{"schemaVersion":"matrix-product-facts/v1","identity":{"mpn":"3VA1196-4EF32-0HH0","brand":"Siemens","brandSlug":"siemens","productSlug":"3VA1196-4EF32-0HH0","canonicalUrl":"https://aoctrl.com/siemens/3VA1196-4EF32-0HH0","factsUrl":"https://aoctrl.com/api/mcp/products/3VA1196-4EF32-0HH0","rawCanonicalId":null},"summary":{"shortDescription":"Siemens SENTRON 3VA1196-4EF32-0HH0, 3-pole molded case circuit breaker, 16 A rated current, 121 kA breaking capacity at 240 VAC, line protection design.","salesMarkdown":"It's a 3-pole unit rated 16 A continuous at 40 °C, and it holds that 16 A rating all the way up to 55 °C before derating to 15 A at 60 °C and above. That's a solid thermal curve for a panel that runs warm; you don't lose headroom until the ambient passes 55 °C. ## Breaking capacity — the real selection number The interrupting rating is the headline here: 121 kA at 240 VAC, 75.6 kA at 415 VAC, 52.5 kA at 440 VAC, and 11.9 kA at both 500 V and 690 VAC. The depth at 70 mm means it clears most standard enclosure depths with room for wiring behind the breaker. ## What's on the nameplate vs what's inside The supplied basic switch is order code 3VA11964EF320AA0 — that's the internal mechanism. The breaker has a trip indicator (mechanical flag) and a voltage trigger for the shunt trip. The -25 °C lower operating limit means it's fine for unheated electrical rooms in temperate climates, but not for direct outdoor installation in freezing conditions without a heater.","metaTitle":"Siemens 3VA1196-4EF32-0HH0 SENTRON MCCB, 16 A, 121 kA at 240","metaDescription":"Siemens SENTRON 3VA1196-4EF32-0HH0 molded case circuit breaker, 3-pole, 16 A rated, 121 kA breaking capacity at 240 VAC. Active production. Quoted to order against RFQ.","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","Maximum":"0 A","Minimum":"0 A","at 240 V":"121 kA","at 415 V":"75.6 kA","at 440 V":"52.5 kA","at 500 V":"11.9 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":"16 A","at 60 °C":"15 A","at 65 °C":"15 A","at 70 °C":"15 A","Depth [In]":"2.76 in","Width [In]":"3 in","Height [In]":"5.12 in","Trip Indicator":"Yes","Number Of Poles":"3","Voltage Trigger":"Yes","lifecycle_stage":"current","Product Brand Name":"SENTRON","Product Designation":"Molded case circuit breaker","Undervoltage Release":"No","Design Of The Product":"Line protection","Communication Function":"No","During Storage / Maximum":"80 °C","During Storage / Minimum":"-40 °C","power loss [W] / maximum":"10.6 W","During Operation / Maximum":"70 °C","During Operation / Minimum":"-25 °C","Other Measurement Function":"No","Of The Supplied Basic Switch":"3VA11964EF320AA0","Design Of The Auxiliary Switch":"2 auxiliary switches + 1 trip alarm switch HQ","Design Of The Auxiliary Release":"shunt trip (STL)","Ground-Fault Monitoring Version":"Without","Insulation Voltage / Rated Value":"800 V","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","Of The Integrated Auxiliary Trip Unit":"3VA9688-0BL30","Product Function / Grounding Protection":"No","operating voltage / at AC / rated value":"690 V","operating voltage / at DC / rated value":"500 V","reference code / according to IEC 81346-2":"Q","Product Extension / Optional / Motor Drive":"Yes","Protection Function Of The Overcurrent Release":"LI","number of CO contacts / for auxiliary contacts":"3","Of The Integrated Auxiliary Switch/Alarm Switch":"3VA9988-0AB12","Switching Capacity Class Of The Circuit Breaker":"S","Mechanical Service Life (Operating Cycles) / Typical":"20 000","Type Of Electrical Connection / For Main Current Circuit":"nut keeper kit on both ends","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=344197&mlfb=3VA1196-4EF32-0HH0","alternativesUrl":"https://aoctrl.com/api/mcp/products/3VA1196-4EF32-0HH0/alternatives.json"},"ai":{"faq":[{"question":"Where can I buy 3VA1196-4EF32-0HH0 and what is the lead time?","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 lead time and price."},{"question":"What is the closest functional alternative to 3VA1196-4EF32-0HH0?","answer":"A peer in the same SENTRON 3VA family is the 3VA1110-5ED36-0AC0, but it is a different frame size and rating — the 3VA1196-4EF32-0HH0 has a higher breaking capacity (121 kA vs lower) and a different auxiliary switch configuration. They are not drop-in replacements; verify the interrupting rating and accessory fit for your specific application."},{"question":"Will 3VA1196-4EF32-0HH0 fit in a panel designed for 3VA1110-5ED36-0AC0?","answer":"Not without checking dimensions. The 3VA1196-4EF32-0HH0 has a 76.2 mm width, 130 mm height, and 70 mm depth. The peer 3VA1110-5ED36-0AC0 may have different mounting hole patterns and depth — compare the physical outlines before assuming a direct swap."},{"question":"What compliance documentation is available for 3VA1196-4EF32-0HH0?","answer":"As a Siemens SENTRON MCCB, it carries IEC and UL certifications typical for the class. Specific RoHS, REACH, and UL file numbers are listed in the manufacturer's declaration of conformity — request the compliance pack with your RFQ."}],"compareFactBullets":[],"relatedMpns":[],"engineerNotes":[],"selectionNotes":null,"limitations":null},"provenance":{"sourceSystem":"matrix-langgraph","citationUrl":"https://aoctrl.com/siemens/3VA1196-4EF32-0HH0","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/3VA1196-4EF32-0HH0 when reusing this data. 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