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Breaking capacity hits 242 kA at 240 V AC, 187 kA at 415 V and 440 V, and 121 kA at 500 V; at 690 V it still clears 4.5 kA, covering most industrial distribution fault levels. The ETU330 electronic trip unit provides adjustable I²t and instantaneous protection, plus N-conductor protection configurable to OFF, 50%, or 100% of the phase rating — useful for mixed-load panels where neutral sizing varies. ## Panel fit and thermal management Maximum power dissipation is 19.7 W at rated load; account for this in sealed enclosures to keep internal ambient below 70 °C operating max.","metaTitle":"Siemens 3VA2216-6HM42-0AA0 SENTRON MCCB, 160 A, 4-Pole, ETU3","metaDescription":"Siemens SENTRON 3VA2216-6HM42-0AA0 molded case circuit breaker, 160 A continuous, 4-pole, ETU330 trip unit. Breaking capacity 242 kA at 240 V. Active production. 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