{"schemaVersion":"matrix-product-facts/v1","identity":{"mpn":"3VA1196-4GE42-0AA0","brand":"Siemens","brandSlug":"siemens","productSlug":"3VA1196-4GE42-0AA0","canonicalUrl":"https://aoctrl.com/siemens/3VA1196-4GE42-0AA0","factsUrl":"https://aoctrl.com/api/mcp/products/3VA1196-4GE42-0AA0","rawCanonicalId":null},"summary":{"shortDescription":"Siemens SENTRON 3VA1196-4GE42-0AA0, molded case circuit breaker, 4-pole, 16 A, TM220 thermal-magnetic release, line protection, breaking capacity 121 kA at 240 V AC.","salesMarkdown":"## What this MCCB does on the line Breaking capacity runs 121 kA at 240 V AC and still holds 75.6 kA at 415 V, so it handles high available fault current on the secondary side of a distribution transformer without needing an upstream current-limiting fuse. Rated current is flat at 16 A from 40 °C through 55 °C ambient; it only starts to derate at 60 °C (15 A) and holds there through 70 °C. That means in a warm panel — say 50 °C — you get the full 16 A without having to oversize the breaker. Power loss is 10.6 W maximum at rated load. In a densely packed panel that heat adds up; plan ventilation or spacing if you're ganging several of these on a DIN rail. The breaker measures 130 mm high, 101.6 mm wide, 70 mm deep — a 4-pole frame that occupies roughly four 18 mm module widths on a DIN rail. Front face carries IP40 protection, so it's fine in a typical IP54 or IP65 enclosure as long as the door gasket handles the rest. ## Breaking capacity by voltage — selectivity planning Breaking capacity drops as system voltage rises: 121 kA at 240 V, 75.6 kA at 415 V, 52.5 kA at 440 V, and 11.9 kA at both 500 V and 690 V. For a 400 V distribution panel the 75.6 kA figure gives plenty of margin against a typical 50 kA SCCR requirement.","metaTitle":"Siemens 3VA1196-4GE42-0AA0 SENTRON MCCB, 16A, 4-Pole, 121kA","metaDescription":"Siemens SENTRON 3VA1196-4GE42-0AA0 molded case circuit breaker, 16 A, 4-pole, TM220 release. Breaking capacity 121 kA at 240 V AC. Active production, available to order. Sourced ag","metaKeywords":null},"attributes":{"series":null,"packageCase":null,"mountingType":null,"rohsStatus":null,"productStatus":"Active","categoryPath":["Molded Case Circuit Breakers (MCCB)"],"specifications":{"Depth":"70 mm","Width":"101.6 mm","Height":"130 mm","Maximum":"16 A","Minimum":"16 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]":"4 in","Height [In]":"5.12 in","Trip Indicator":"No","Number Of Poles":"4","Voltage Trigger":"No","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","Ground-Fault Monitoring Version":"Without","Insulation Voltage / Rated Value":"800 V","Design Of The Overcurrent Release":"TM220","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","design of the N-conductor protection":"100%","Product Function / Grounding Protection":"No","operating voltage / at AC / rated value":"690 V","operating voltage / at DC / rated value":"600 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":"0","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=174349&mlfb=3VA1196-4GE42-0AA0","alternativesUrl":"https://aoctrl.com/api/mcp/products/3VA1196-4GE42-0AA0/alternatives.json"},"ai":{"faq":[{"question":"What are the key ratings for this MCCB?","answer":"Rated current is 16 A continuous, 4-pole, with a TM220 thermal-magnetic release. Breaking capacity ranges from 121 kA at 240 V AC down to 11.9 kA at 690 V AC. Insulation voltage is 800 V."},{"question":"Where can I buy the 3VA1196-4GE42-0AA0?","answer":"This part is sourced and quoted to order against an RFQ through independent distribution. Availability and current pricing are confirmed at quote time."},{"question":"What is the depth of the 3VA1196-4GE42-0AA0?","answer":"The depth is 70 mm (2.76 in). Overall dimensions are 130 mm high by 101.6 mm wide."},{"question":"Will the 3VA1196-4GE42-0AA0 drop into a panel specified for a 5SQ2670-2YA06?","answer":"Both are 4-pole 16 A MCCBs from different Siemens platforms, but the 3VA series uses a different mounting footprint and accessory system than the older 5SQ series. Panel cutouts and busbar spacing may differ; verify the physical dimensions and terminal arrangement before substitution."}],"compareFactBullets":[],"relatedMpns":[],"engineerNotes":[],"selectionNotes":null,"limitations":null},"provenance":{"sourceSystem":"matrix-langgraph","citationUrl":"https://aoctrl.com/siemens/3VA1196-4GE42-0AA0","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/3VA1196-4GE42-0AA0 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}}