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Its interrupting capacity reaches 75.6 kA at 240 V AC and 52.5 kA at 415 V AC — enough for high-fault utility feeds or transformer secondaries where standard MCBs would weld shut. ## Thermal derating and ambient limits Above that, the TM240 release derates linearly: 15.36 A at 55 °C, 15.04 A at 60 °C, 14.72 A at 65 °C, and 14.4 A at 70 °C. The IP40 front protection means it's rated against tools and solid objects over 1 mm, but not sealed against water — keep it out of washdown zones unless enclosed. ## Integration and panel fit The 76.2 mm width (3-inch pitch) matches standard 3-pole MCCB cutouts in Siemens SENTRON distribution panels and most third-party enclosures. The integrated auxiliary trip (order code 3VA9608-0BB11) is a factory-fitted shunt trip accessory — verify compatibility if the panel spec calls for a different trip unit. Latching endurance rated at 15 000 operations — sufficient for typical panel-switch duty but not for frequent motor starting. For high-cycle applications, consider a contactor ahead of this breaker.","metaTitle":"Siemens 3VA1196-3EF32-0BC0 SENTRON MCCB, 16 A, 3-Pole, 75.6","metaDescription":"Siemens SENTRON 3VA1196-3EF32-0BC0 molded case circuit breaker, 16 A rated, 3-pole, 75.6 kA breaking at 240 V. TM240 release, undervoltage trip. Current production. 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