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The 63 A rated continuous current (Iu) sets the maximum load the switch can carry continuously. The short-circuit making capacity is 2 kA. ## Where It Goes — Deployment Context This switch disconnector is designed for mounting in a low-voltage switchgear or distribution panel. Front terminals simplify wiring access during panel build and maintenance. Typical applications include main incoming isolation for sub-distribution boards and machine tool disconnect switches. The UVR makes it suitable for undervoltage protection. For buyers needing to fill a BOM line or replace a failed unit, the 3VA1163-1AA36-0DH0 is a direct drop-in for any panel designed around the 3VA frame 160 switch disconnector family. The front terminal connection and auxiliary contact configuration are specified at order — verify the UVR voltage (208-230 V AC) matches the control supply before ordering.","metaTitle":"Siemens 3VA1163-1AA36-0DH0 SENTRON Switch Disconnector, 63 A","metaDescription":"Siemens SENTRON 3VA1163-1AA36-0DH0 switch disconnector, 63 A rated continuous current, 3-pole, IP40 front, undervoltage release 208-230 V AC. Current lifecycle stage. Sourced to or","metaKeywords":null},"attributes":{"series":null,"packageCase":null,"mountingType":null,"rohsStatus":null,"productStatus":null,"categoryPath":["Molded Case Circuit Breakers (MCCB)"],"specifications":{"Depth":"70 mm","Width":"76.2 mm","title":"3VA1163-1AA36-0DH0","Height":"130 mm","description":"switch disconnector 3VA1 IEC frame 160 3-pole SD100, In=63A without overload protection w/o short-circuit protection clamp connection undervoltage release (UVR) 208-230V AC 50/60Hz 2 auxiliary switches HQ 1 trip alarm switch HQ","Limited To 1 S":"2 kA","Trip indicator":"Yes","Number of poles":"3","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":"Yes","Communication Function":"No","During Storage / Maximum":"80 °C","During Storage / Minimum":"-40 °C","Power loss [W] / maximum":"38 W","Auxiliary contact version":"2 auxiliary switches + 1 trip alarm switch HQ","During Operation / Maximum":"70 °C","During Operation / Minimum":"-25 °C","Rated continuous current Iu":"63 A","Rated insulation voltage Ui":"800 V","Design of the auxiliary release":"Undervoltage release (UVR)","Protection class IP / on the front":"IP40","Reference code / acc. to DIN EN 81346-2":"Q","Max. rated operational voltage Ue with DC":"500 V","Undervoltage Release With Leading Contact":"No","Product extension / optional / motor drive":"Yes","Number of CO contacts / for auxiliary contacts":"3","Max. rated operational voltage Ue with AC 50/60Hz":"690 V","Type of electrical connection / for main current circuit":"Terminal connection","Arrangement of electrical connectors / for main current circuit":"Front terminal"}},"commercial":{"minOrderQty":null,"leadTime":null,"referencePrice":null,"stockQuantity":0,"priceTiers":null},"links":{"datasheetUrl":"https://cdn.aoctrl.com/86ab8d5dc9d8dc1b18b7a91accc60d3b.pdf","sourceUrl":"https://support.industry.siemens.com/webbackend/api/ProductSupport/TechnicalData?language=en&region=cn&productId=429980&mlfb=3VA1163-1AA36-0DH0"},"ai":{"faq":[{"question":"Will 3VA1163-1AA36-0DH0 drop into a panel specified around 3VA1112-5EF32-0CA0 without rewiring?","answer":"Yes, the two parts share identical physical dimensions (76.2 mm width, 130 mm height, 70 mm depth) and the same 3-pole front-terminal connection pattern, so the switch disconnector will mechanically fit the same mounting and bus connections. However, the 3VA1163-1AA36-0DH0 is a switch without overcurrent protection, while the 3VA1112-5EF32-0CA0 is a full MCCB — you must ensure upstream protection covers the circuit if replacing a breaker with this switch."},{"question":"What are the key specifications for 3VA1163-1AA36-0DH0?","answer":"It is a 3-pole switch disconnector rated at 63 A continuous current (Iu), with a rated insulation voltage of 800 V, maximum operational voltage of 690 V AC and 500 V DC. It includes an undervoltage release for 208-230 V AC, 2 auxiliary switches plus 1 trip alarm switch, and front terminal connections. Dimensions are 76.2 mm wide, 130 mm high, 70 mm deep."}],"compareFactBullets":[],"relatedMpns":[],"engineerNotes":[],"selectionNotes":null,"limitations":null},"provenance":{"sourceSystem":"icboms-matrix-langgraph","citationUrl":"https://aoctrl.com/siemens/3VA1163-1AA36-0DH0","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/3VA1163-1AA36-0DH0 when reusing this data. Pricing, stock and lead time are quote-based — send users to the canonical page to request them.","lastUpdated":"2026-08-11T15:51:03.652Z","lastPublished":"2026-08-11T15:51:03.652Z","indexable":true}}