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The steep drop at 690 V is characteristic of a breaker optimized for 240–500 V distribution — at 690 V it still interrupts, but the 3.8 kA figure means it is not the first choice for 690 V motor circuits unless the fault current is confirmed below that level. For most 400–480 V industrial panels, the 242 kA rating provides generous headroom above typical available fault currents, simplifying coordination studies. No derating is required up to 70 °C, which simplifies panel layout in warm environments or enclosures with multiple heat sources. The 140 mm width for a 4-pole frame is standard for SENTRON 3VA2 breakers — verify the existing panel cutout or mounting plate matches this footprint before ordering. Front IP40 protection means it is suited for indoor panel mounting where no water spray is present; for washdown environments, additional enclosure protection is needed. The adjustable N-conductor protection (OFF, 50%, 100%) and ground-fault monitoring via summation current formation on L+N are configured via the ETU330 interface — set these before installation. ## Key approvals and compliance documentation As a Siemens SENTRON product, the 3VA2116-7HM42-0AA0 carries the manufacturer's standard compliance documentation package including CE marking for the European market, and is designed to meet IEC 60947-2 for molded case circuit breakers. For specific UL/CSA listings or RoHS/REACH declarations, the manufacturer's documentation portal provides the current declarations by order code.","metaTitle":"Siemens 3VA2116-7HM42-0AA0 SENTRON MCCB, 160 A, 4-Pole, ETU3","metaDescription":"Siemens SENTRON 3VA2116-7HM42-0AA0 molded case circuit breaker, 160 A rated, 4-pole, ETU330 release, 330 kA breaking at 240 V. Current production. Quoted to order against RFQ.","metaKeywords":null},"attributes":{"series":null,"packageCase":null,"mountingType":null,"rohsStatus":null,"productStatus":"Active","categoryPath":["Molded Case Circuit Breakers (MCCB)"],"specifications":{"Depth":"86 mm","Width":"140 mm","Height":"181 mm","at 240 V":"330 kA","at 415 V":"242 kA","at 440 V":"242 kA","at 500 V":"187 kA","at 690 V":"3.8 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]":"3.4 in","Width [in]":"5.5 in","Height [in]":"7.1 in","Number of poles":"4","Product version":"Line protection","lifecycle_stage":"current","Product brand name":"SENTRON","Product designation":"Molded case circuit breaker","Latching - endurance":"20 000","Communication Function":"No","During Storage / Maximum":"80 °C","During Storage / Minimum":"-40 °C","Power loss [W] / maximum":"25.5 W","During Operation / Maximum":"70 °C","During Operation / Minimum":"-40 °C","Other Measurement Function":"No","Rated continuous current Iu":"160 A","Rated insulation voltage Ui":"800 V","Ground fault monitoring version":"Summation current formation L + N conductor","Design of the overcurrent release":"ETU330","Protection class IP / on the front":"IP40","Design of the N-conductor protection":"adjustable OFF; 50%; 100%","Reference code / acc. to DIN EN 81346-2":"Q","Adjustable response value time / tr max.":"17","Adjustable response value time / tr min.":"0.5","Product extension / optional / motor drive":"Yes","Adjustable response value current / Ir max.":"160 A","Adjustable response value current / lg max.":"160 A","Adjustable response value current / lg min.":"32 A","Adjustable response value current / li max.":"1 600 A","Adjustable response value current / li min.":"240 A","Adjustable response value current / lr min.":"63 A","Adjustable response value current / tg max.":"0.3 s","Adjustable response value current / tg min.":"0.1 s","Ground fault protection can be switched ON/OFF":"No","Neutral conductors / upgradeable/retrofittable":"No","Number of CO contacts / for auxiliary contacts":"0","Protective function of the overcurrent release":"LIG","Switching capacity class of the circuit breaker":"C","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"}},"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=255516&mlfb=3VA2116-7HM42-0AA0","alternativesUrl":"https://aoctrl.com/api/mcp/products/3VA2116-7HM42-0AA0/alternatives.json"},"ai":{"faq":[{"question":"What are the key ratings of 3VA2116-7HM42-0AA0?","answer":"Rated continuous current Iu is 160 A across a 40–70 °C ambient range (–). Breaking capacity reaches 330 kA at 240 V and 242 kA at 415 V. It is a 4-pole MCCB with an ETU330 electronic overcurrent release."},{"question":"Will 3VA2116-7HM42-0AA0 drop into a panel specified for 3VA2110-7HK42-0AA0?","answer":"Both are 4-pole SENTRON 3VA2 frame breakers with the same 140 mm width and 86 mm depth, so the mechanical footprint is identical. The 3VA2116-7HM42-0AA0 is rated 160 A versus the 3VA2110-7HK42-0AA0's lower current, so verify the bus bar and lug ratings upstream. The ETU330 release offers the same adjustment range. No rewiring of the panel cutout is needed, but the higher continuous current may require checking the cable and terminal sizing."},{"question":"Where can I buy 3VA2116-7HM42-0AA0 and how is it quoted?","answer":"This part is sourced and quoted to order against an RFQ through independent distribution channels. Availability and current pricing are confirmed at quote time — submit an RFQ for a firm price and lead time for your required quantity."}],"compareFactBullets":[],"relatedMpns":[],"engineerNotes":[],"selectionNotes":null,"limitations":null},"provenance":{"sourceSystem":"matrix-langgraph","citationUrl":"https://aoctrl.com/siemens/3VA2116-7HM42-0AA0","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/3VA2116-7HM42-0AA0 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}}