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The 160 A frame and 4-pole configuration make it suitable for main incoming isolation or load-break switching in distribution panels where fault protection is handled upstream or by separate devices. The front terminal accepts busbar connections, which simplifies panel assembly in a switchboard or MCC lineup. ## Auxiliary and alarm signalling The trip alarm signals the open/closed state of the main contacts independently of the handle position — useful for remote status indication in a PLC or SCADA input. No undervoltage release or shunt trip is fitted; the auxiliary release slot is empty, so the part is a pure mechanical switch disconnector with position feedback only. The 4-pole width (101.6 mm) matches the standard 4-pole SENTRON 3VA1 frame-160 footprint. Front terminals for busbar connection mean the unit installs directly onto a distribution busbar system without additional adapters. IP40 on the front protects against solid objects >1 mm; the rear and sides are not sealed, so the panel environment must keep the interior clean. A nut keeper kit is included per the description. ## Power loss and thermal considerations For a 4-pole 160 A switch disconnector this is within expected range, but the heat must be dissipated inside the enclosure. The 38 W loss figure should be factored into the panel thermal budget, especially if multiple units are ganged in a confined switchboard section.","metaTitle":"Siemens 3VA1116-1AA42-0AF0 SENTRON Switch Disconnector, 160","metaDescription":"Siemens SENTRON 3VA1116-1AA42-0AF0 switch disconnector, 160 A rated continuous current, 4-pole, IP40 front. Current production. Sourced to order. Request a quote.","metaKeywords":null},"attributes":{"series":null,"packageCase":null,"mountingType":null,"rohsStatus":null,"productStatus":null,"categoryPath":["Molded Case Circuit Breakers (MCCB)"],"specifications":{"Depth":"70 mm","Width":"101.6 mm","Height":"130 mm","Limited To 1 S":"2 kA","Trip indicator":"Yes","Number of poles":"4","Product version":"in MCCB design","Voltage trigger":"No","lifecycle_stage":"current","Limited To 0.5 S":"2 kA","Product brand name":"SENTRON","Product designation":"Switch disconnector","Latching - endurance":"15 000","Undervoltage Release":"No","Communication Function":"No","During Storage / Maximum":"80 °C","During Storage / Minimum":"-40 °C","Power loss [W] / maximum":"38 W","Auxiliary contact version":"1 auxiliary switches + 1 trip alarm switch HQ","During Operation / Maximum":"70 °C","During Operation / Minimum":"-25 °C","Rated continuous current Iu":"160 A","Rated insulation voltage Ui":"800 V","Design of the auxiliary release":"Without auxiliary release","Protection class IP / on the front":"IP40","Reference code / acc. to DIN EN 81346-2":"Q","Max. rated operational voltage Ue with DC":"600 V","Undervoltage Release With Leading Contact":"No","Product extension / optional / motor drive":"Yes","Number of CO contacts / for auxiliary contacts":"2","Max. rated operational voltage Ue with AC 50/60Hz":"690 V","Type of electrical connection / for main current circuit":"busbar connection","Arrangement of electrical connectors / for main current circuit":"Front terminal"}},"commercial":{"minOrderQty":null,"leadTime":null,"referencePrice":null,"priceTiers":null},"links":{"datasheetUrl":null,"sourceUrl":"https://support.industry.siemens.com/webbackend/api/ProductSupport/TechnicalData?language=en&region=cn&productId=196864&mlfb=3VA1116-1AA42-0AF0","alternativesUrl":"https://aoctrl.com/api/mcp/products/3VA1116-1AA42-0AF0/alternatives.json"},"ai":{"faq":[{"question":"What is the difference between 3VA1116-1AA42-0AF0 and a molded case circuit breaker like 3VA1110-5ED36-0AC0?","answer":"The 3VA1116-1AA42-0AF0 is a switch disconnector without overload or short-circuit protection — it provides visible isolation and load-break switching only. A molded case circuit breaker like 3VA1110-5ED36-0AC0 includes an overcurrent release (TM210) and is rated for fault interruption (e.g., 187 kA at 240 V). The switch disconnector cannot clear faults; it relies on upstream protection. Physically, the 4-pole 3VA1116-1AA42-0AF0 is 101.6 mm wide versus 76.2 mm for the 3-pole 3VA1110-5ED36-0AC0, so they do not share the same panel cutout or busbar spacing."},{"question":"Where can I buy 3VA1116-1AA42-0AF0 and what is the lead time?","answer":"This part is sourced to order against an RFQ through independent distribution. Availability and current pricing are confirmed at the time of quotation. Submit an RFQ for a firm price and delivery estimate."},{"question":"What compliance documentation is available for 3VA1116-1AA42-0AF0?","answer":"The part carries the SENTRON brand under Siemens and is designed to IEC/EN standards (reference code per DIN EN 81346-2). The manufacturer provides a declaration of conformity, and the part is RoHS and REACH compliant as standard for current-production Siemens industrial components. Specific certificate numbers should be requested with the RFQ."}],"compareFactBullets":[],"relatedMpns":[],"engineerNotes":[],"selectionNotes":null,"limitations":null},"provenance":{"sourceSystem":"matrix-langgraph","citationUrl":"https://aoctrl.com/siemens/3VA1116-1AA42-0AF0","citationPolicyUrl":"https://aoctrl.com/llms.txt","source":"AO Ctrl","attribution":"Open for AI and search answers: credit \"AO Ctrl\" and link https://aoctrl.com/siemens/3VA1116-1AA42-0AF0 when reusing this data. Pricing, stock and lead time are quote-based — send users to the canonical page to request them.","lastUpdated":"2026-09-02T08:15:54.622Z","lastPublished":"2026-09-02T08:15:54.622Z","indexable":true}}