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That 240 A floor means this breaker won't coordinate below that threshold — if your downstream load draws less than 240 A fault current, the breaker may not see it as a fault. That's typical for a 160 A frame; the pickup range is set relative to the 160 A rating. The 32 A initial value is the starting point for the short-time or instantaneous adjustment, not the continuous rating. ## Panel fit — dimensions and environment Width 105 mm, height 181 mm, depth 86 mm. Communication function is present, so expect a plug-in module or internal bus for remote monitoring; the exact protocol isn't listed here, but the SENTRON 3VA2 series typically supports PROFIBUS or PROFINET via a communication module.","metaTitle":"3VA2216-6KQ32-0AA0 SENTRON MCCB, 160 A, 3-Pole, 242 kA at 24","metaDescription":"Siemens 3VA2216-6KQ32-0AA0 SENTRON molded case circuit breaker, 160 A continuous, 3-pole, 242 kA at 240 VAC. Current lifecycle. 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