{"schemaVersion":"matrix-product-facts/v1","identity":{"mpn":"3VA1196-4EF32-0CH0","brand":"Siemens","brandSlug":"siemens","productSlug":"3VA1196-4EF32-0CH0","canonicalUrl":"https://aoctrl.com/siemens/3VA1196-4EF32-0CH0","factsUrl":"https://aoctrl.com/api/mcp/products/3VA1196-4EF32-0CH0","rawCanonicalId":null},"summary":{"shortDescription":"Siemens SENTRON 3VA1196-4EF32-0CH0, molded case circuit breaker, 3-pole, 16 A rated continuous current Iu, TM240 overcurrent release, breaking capacity 121 kA at 240 V, 75.6 kA at 415 V, 52.5 kA at 440 V, 11.9 kA at 690 V.","salesMarkdown":"The 3VA1196-4EF32-0CH0: The interrupting ratings span four voltage levels: 121 kA at 240 V, 75.6 kA at 415 V, 52.5 kA at 440 V, and 11.9 kA at 690 V (–). The 121 kA at 240 V is relevant for North American 240/120 V split-phase or 240 V delta panels. Above that, the thermal-magnetic release begins to derate: 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 (–). For a panel OEM wireman stuffing this into a crowded enclosure, the 70 °C ambient derating to 14.4 A is the number to use for conductor sizing and thermal coordination — not the 16 A nameplate. The width of 76.2 mm (3 inches) is standard for a 3-pole MCCB in this frame class, so it occupies one 3-module position on a DIN rail or panel-mount footprint. The trip alarm switch changes state only when the breaker trips on a fault, not on manual open — useful for remote fault annunciation.","metaTitle":"Siemens 3VA1196-4EF32-0CH0 SENTRON MCCB, 16 A, 121 kA at 240","metaDescription":"Siemens SENTRON 3VA1196-4EF32-0CH0 molded case circuit breaker, 3-pole, 16 A rated, TM240 release, 121 kA breaking at 240 V. Active production. Sourced to order.","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","Height":"130 mm","at 240 V":"121 kA","at 415 V":"75.6 kA","at 440 V":"52.5 kA","at 690 V":"11.9 kA","at 40 °C":"16 A","at 45 °C":"16 A","at 50 °C":"16 A","at 55 °C":"15.36 A","at 60 °C":"15.04 A","at 65 °C":"14.72 A","at 70 °C":"14.4 A","Trip indicator":"Yes","Number of poles":"3","Product version":"Line protection","Voltage trigger":"No","lifecycle_stage":"current","Product brand name":"SENTRON","Product designation":"Molded case circuit breaker","Latching - endurance":"15 000","Undervoltage Release":"Yes","Communication Function":"No","Phase failure detection":"No","During Storage / Maximum":"80 °C","During Storage / Minimum":"-40 °C","Auxiliary contact version":"2 auxiliary switches + 1 trip alarm switch HQ","During Operation / Maximum":"70 °C","During Operation / Minimum":"-25 °C","Other Measurement Function":"No","Rated continuous current Iu":"16 A","Rated insulation voltage Ui":"800 V","Design of the auxiliary release":"Undervoltage release (UVR)","Ground fault monitoring version":"Without","Of The Integrated Auxiliary Trip":"3VA9608-0BB24","Design of the overcurrent release":"TM240","Design of short-circuit protection":"For switching power values in DC networks, see the 3VA molded case circuit breaker device manual; link to be found under Service & Support in the last chapter","Protection class IP / on the front":"IP40","Reference code / acc. to DIN EN 81346-2":"Q","Adjustable response value time / tr max.":"1","Adjustable response value time / tr min.":"1","Max. rated operational voltage Ue with DC":"500 V","Undervoltage Release With Leading Contact":"No","Product extension / optional / motor drive":"Yes","Adjustable response value current / Ir max.":"16 A","Adjustable response value current / li max.":"320 A","Adjustable response value current / li min.":"160 A","Adjustable response value current / lr min.":"11 A","Neutral conductors / upgradeable/retrofittable":"No","Number of CO contacts / for auxiliary contacts":"3","Protective function of the overcurrent release":"LI","Of The Integrated Auxiliary Switch/Alarm Switch":"3VA9988-0AB12","Switching capacity class of the circuit breaker":"S","Max. rated operational current of the frame size":"160 A","Max. rated operational voltage Ue with AC 50/60Hz":"690 V","Type of electrical connection / for main current circuit":"lug terminal","Arrangement of electrical connectors / for main current circuit":"Front terminal","Type of connectable conductor cross-section, connection screw, width x thickness , max.":"17 x 6.5","Type of connectable conductor cross-section, connection screw, width x thickness , min.":"12 x 0"}},"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=506679&mlfb=3VA1196-4EF32-0CH0","alternativesUrl":"https://aoctrl.com/api/mcp/products/3VA1196-4EF32-0CH0/alternatives.json"},"ai":{"faq":[{"question":"Where can I buy 3VA1196-4EF32-0CH0 and how do I get a price?","answer":"This part is sourced and quoted to order against an RFQ through independent distribution. Availability and current pricing are confirmed at quote time — submit an RFQ for a firm commercial offer."},{"question":"What is 3VA1196-4EF32-0CH0's listed depth?","answer":"The listed depth is 70 mm. This is the dimension from the mounting surface to the rear of the breaker body — critical for shallow enclosure clearance."},{"question":"What is 3VA1196-4EF32-0CH0's listed width?","answer":"The listed width is 76.2 mm, which is standard for a 3-pole MCCB in this frame class — it occupies one 3-module position on a DIN rail or panel-mount footprint."},{"question":"What compliance documentation does this brand provide for 3VA1196-4EF32-0CH0?","answer":"As a SENTRON MCCB from Siemens, this part carries the manufacturer's standard compliance documentation including RoHS and REACH declarations, and is designed to meet IEC 60947-2 and UL 489 standards. Specific certs (UL, CSA, CE, UKCA, EAC) should be confirmed from the manufacturer's declaration of conformity for the exact variant."},{"question":"When sourcing 3VA1196-4EF32-0CH0, what's the closest functional second-source?","answer":"The closest peer within the same SENTRON 3VA family is the 3VA1110-5EE32-0DC0, which shares the same 3-pole form factor and TM release design but at a higher current rating. The 3VA1196-4EF32-0CH0 is the 16 A variant with the UVR and HQ auxiliary contacts — the peer lacks the UVR and has a different auxiliary contact configuration. Panel fit (same frame dimensions) is identical, so it drops into the same footprint without rewiring, but the protective settings and accessory wiring differ."}],"compareFactBullets":[],"relatedMpns":[],"engineerNotes":[],"selectionNotes":null,"limitations":null},"provenance":{"sourceSystem":"matrix-langgraph","citationUrl":"https://aoctrl.com/siemens/3VA1196-4EF32-0CH0","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/3VA1196-4EF32-0CH0 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}}