{"schemaVersion":"matrix-product-facts/v1","identity":{"mpn":"3VA2116-6HN32-0CH0","brand":"Siemens","brandSlug":"siemens","productSlug":"3VA2116-6HN32-0CH0","canonicalUrl":"https://aoctrl.com/siemens/3VA2116-6HN32-0CH0","factsUrl":"https://aoctrl.com/api/mcp/products/3VA2116-6HN32-0CH0","rawCanonicalId":null},"summary":{"shortDescription":"Siemens SENTRON 3VA2116-6HN32-0CH0, 3-pole molded case circuit breaker, 160 A continuous, 242 kA breaking capacity at 240 V, line protection design with undervoltage release and auxiliary switches.","salesMarkdown":"The Siemens SENTRON 3VA2116-6HN32-0CH0 is a 3-pole molded case circuit breaker rated for 160 A continuous current across the full 40 °C to 70 °C ambient range — no derating needed as the panel warms up. Breaking capacity steps from 242 kA at 240 V down to 187 kA at 415 V and 440 V, then 121 kA at 500 V, and 3.7 kA at 690 V. That's a lot of fault-interrupting headroom for a 160 A frame; you're buying selectivity margin on the high side, not a breaker that's maxed out at its first fault. ## Built-in extras that matter on the line No communication function onboard; this is a hardwired breaker, not a smart metering unit.","metaTitle":"Siemens SENTRON 3VA2116-6HN32-0CH0 MCCB, 160 A, 3-Pole, 242","metaDescription":"Siemens SENTRON 3VA2116-6HN32-0CH0 molded case circuit breaker, 160 A continuous, 3-pole, 242 kA breaking at 240 V. Active production. Sourced to order. Request quote.","metaKeywords":null},"attributes":{"series":null,"packageCase":null,"mountingType":null,"rohsStatus":null,"productStatus":null,"categoryPath":["Molded Case Circuit Breakers (MCCB)"],"specifications":{"Depth":"86 mm","Width":"105 mm","Height":"181 mm","Maximum":"1 600 A","Minimum":"1 600 A","at 240 V":"242 kA","at 415 V":"187 kA","at 440 V":"187 kA","at 500 V":"121 kA","at 690 V":"3.7 kA","at 40 °C":"160 A","at 45 °C":"160 A","at 50 °C":"160 A","at 55 °C":"160 A","at 60 °C":"160 A","at 65 °C":"160 A","at 70 °C":"160 A","Depth [In]":"3.39 in","Width [In]":"4.13 in","Height [In]":"7.13 in","Trip Indicator":"Yes","Number Of Poles":"3","Voltage Trigger":"No","lifecycle_stage":"current","Product Brand Name":"SENTRON","Product Designation":"Molded case circuit breaker","Undervoltage Release":"Yes","Design Of The Product":"Line protection","Communication Function":"No","During Storage / Maximum":"80 °C","During Storage / Minimum":"-40 °C","power loss [W] / maximum":"28 W","During Operation / Maximum":"70 °C","During Operation / Minimum":"-25 °C","Other Measurement Function":"No","Of The Supplied Basic Switch":"3VA21166HN320AA0","Design Of The Auxiliary Switch":"2 auxiliary switches + 1 trip alarm switch HQ","Design Of The Auxiliary Release":"undervoltage release (UVR)","Ground-Fault Monitoring Version":"Without","Continuous Current / Rated Value":"160 A","Insulation Voltage / Rated Value":"800 V","Design Of The Overcurrent Release":"ETU350","protection class IP / on the front":"IP40","Of The Integrated Auxiliary Trip Unit":"3VA9608-0BB24","Product Function / Grounding Protection":"No","operating voltage / at AC / rated value":"690 V","reference code / according to IEC 81346-2":"Q","Continuous Current / Rated Value / Maximum":"160 A","Product Extension / Optional / Motor Drive":"Yes","Protection Function Of The Overcurrent Release":"LSI","number of CO contacts / for auxiliary contacts":"3","Of The Integrated Auxiliary Switch/Alarm Switch":"3VA9988-0AB12","Switching Capacity Class Of The Circuit Breaker":"H","Mechanical Service Life (Operating Cycles) / Typical":"25 000","Type Of Electrical Connection / For Main Current Circuit":"on both sides nut keeper kit","Arrangement Of Electrical Connectors / For Main Current Circuit":"Front terminal"}},"commercial":{"minOrderQty":null,"leadTime":null,"referencePrice":null,"priceTiers":null},"links":{"datasheetUrl":"https://cdn.aoctrl.com/83eff65c44469ff46b70582785c85926.pdf","sourceUrl":"https://support.industry.siemens.com/webbackend/api/ProductSupport/TechnicalData?language=en&region=cn&productId=34868&mlfb=3VA2116-6HN32-0CH0","alternativesUrl":"https://aoctrl.com/api/mcp/products/3VA2116-6HN32-0CH0/alternatives.json"},"ai":{"faq":[{"question":"What is the breaking capacity of 3VA2116-6HN32-0CH0 at 415 V?","answer":"187 kA at 415 V, which is the same rating as at 440 V. At 240 V it reaches 242 kA, and at 690 V it drops to 3.7 kA."},{"question":"What does the undervoltage release do on this MCCB?","answer":"The undervoltage release (UVR) trips the breaker when control voltage drops below a threshold, commonly used in emergency-stop and safety isolation circuits to ensure the load is disconnected if control power is lost."},{"question":"Where can I buy 3VA2116-6HN32-0CH0 and how is it quoted?","answer":"This part is sourced to order against an RFQ through independent distribution. Availability and current pricing are confirmed at quote time — submit an RFQ for a firm price and lead time."},{"question":"Will 3VA2116-6HN32-0CH0 drop into a panel specified for 3VA2116-5HL32-0AK0?","answer":"Both are 3-pole SENTRON 3VA160 frame breakers with the same physical footprint (105 mm width, 181 mm height, 86 mm depth), so mechanical fit is identical. The difference is in the internal accessories: this unit has an undervoltage release and 2 auxiliary + 1 trip alarm switch, while the -5HL32 variant may have a different accessory configuration. Check the wiring diagram for the UVR coil connections before swapping."}],"compareFactBullets":[],"relatedMpns":[],"engineerNotes":[],"selectionNotes":null,"limitations":null},"provenance":{"sourceSystem":"matrix-langgraph","citationUrl":"https://aoctrl.com/siemens/3VA2116-6HN32-0CH0","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/3VA2116-6HN32-0CH0 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}}