{"schemaVersion":"matrix-product-facts/v1","identity":{"mpn":"5SM6011-1","brand":"Siemens","brandSlug":"siemens","productSlug":"5SM6011-1","canonicalUrl":"https://aoctrl.com/siemens/5SM6011-1","factsUrl":"https://aoctrl.com/api/mcp/products/5SM6011-1","rawCanonicalId":null},"summary":{"shortDescription":"Siemens SENTRON 5SM6011-1 arc-fault detection device block, 16 A, 230 V AC, 2-pole 1P+N, 1 MW, for MCB 5SY60, DIN rail mount.","salesMarkdown":"## Arc-fault detection unit block for MCB 5SY60 The Siemens 5SM6011-1 is a SENTRON arc-fault detection device (AFDD) block designed to snap onto a 5SY60 miniature circuit breaker, forming a combined arc-fault / overcurrent protective device. Rated 16 A at 230 V AC, it detects both series arcs (1 A to 20 A) and parallel arcs (50 A to 500 A) — the series range covers loose connections and frayed conductors in the load circuit, while the parallel range catches line-to-neutral or line-to-ground faults. The 2-pole (1P+N) unit occupies a single modular width (36 mm) on DIN rail and mounts in any position, making it a straightforward retrofit into existing 5SY60-based panels. ## What the arc ratings mean for fit The series arc minimum of 1 A means the unit can detect a high-impedance arc — the kind that doesn't draw enough current to trip a standard MCB but still generates enough heat to start a fire. The parallel arc maximum of 500 A covers the full prospective fault current a 16 A circuit can deliver at 230 V. This is a detection block, not a standalone device: it requires the paired 5SY60 MCB to interrupt the fault current once the AFDD signals it. The 10 000 switching cycles mechanical service life matches the MCB's endurance, so the pair can be treated as a single maintenance item. Mounts on DIN rail (REG) per; installation depth is 70 mm. The 36 mm width (1 MW) matches the 5SY60 MCB it clips to — no extra rail space beyond the breaker itself. IP20 with connected protective device and conductors, so it belongs inside a distribution board or enclosure, not in a wet or dusty location.","metaTitle":"Siemens 5SM6011-1 SENTRON Arc-Fault Detection Unit, 16 A 230","metaDescription":"Siemens 5SM6011-1 SENTRON arc-fault detection device block, 16 A rated, 230 V AC, 2-pole 1P+N, DIN rail mount. Active production, sourced to order. Request quote for current pricin","metaKeywords":null},"attributes":{"series":null,"packageCase":null,"mountingType":null,"rohsStatus":null,"productStatus":null,"categoryPath":["Residual Current Breakers (RCCB/RCBO)"],"specifications":{"Depth":"68.5 mm","Width":"36 mm","Height":"95 mm","Maximum":"75 °C","Minimum":"-40 °C","Rated Value":"50Hz","Halogen-Free":"Yes","Silicon-Free":"Yes","Number Of Poles":"2","Type Of Voltage":"AC","lifecycle_stage":"current","Fastening Method":"DIN rail (REG)","Mounting Position":"any","Installation Depth":"70 mm","Product Brand Name":"SENTRON","Degree Of Pollution":"2","Product Designation":"Arc-fault detection unit block","at AC / rated value":"230 V","protection class IP":"IP20, with connected protective device and conductors","Overvoltage Category":"III","Design Of The Product":"for MCB 5SY60","Number Of Poles / Note":"1P+N","Number Of Modular Width Units":"1","Position / Of Power Supply Cord":"Bottom","Switching Function / Short-Term Delayed":"No","operational current / at AC / rated value":"16 A","size of installation devices / acc. to DIN 43880":"1","Mechanical Service Life (Switching Cycles) / Typical":"10 000","In The Event Of Electrical Arcs In Series With The Load / Maximum":"20 A","In The Event Of Electrical Arcs In Series With The Load / Minimum":"1 A","Number Of Modular Width Units / Of The Mountable Protective Device":"1","In The Event Of Electrical Arcs In Parallel With The Load / Maximum":"500 A","In The Event Of Electrical Arcs In Parallel With The Load / Minimum":"50 A"}},"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=455665&mlfb=5SM6011-1","alternativesUrl":"https://aoctrl.com/api/mcp/products/5SM6011-1/alternatives.json"},"ai":{"faq":[{"question":"How do I get current pricing and availability for 5SM6011-1?","answer":"We source the 5SM6011-1 to order against an RFQ through independent distribution. Submit a request for quote — we confirm current pricing and lead time at quote time, with no obligation."},{"question":"What is 5SM6011-1's depth?","answer":"The 5SM6011-1 has a depth of 68.5 mm, with an installation depth of 70 mm including the DIN rail clip."},{"question":"Will 5SM6011-1 drop into a panel specified around 5SL6516-6YA?","answer":"No — the 5SM6011-1 is an arc-fault detection block that clips onto a 5SY60 MCB, not a standalone MCB like the 5SL6516-6YA. They serve different functions (arc-fault protection vs. overcurrent protection) and are not footprint-interchangeable. The 5SM6011-1 occupies 1 MW (36 mm) plus the paired MCB's width; the 5SL6516-6YA occupies 2 MW (36 mm) as a single device. Panel rewiring would be required."},{"question":"What compliance documentation does Siemens provide for 5SM6011-1?","answer":"The 5SM6011-1 carries halogen-free and silicon-free declarations. For specific RoHS, REACH, or UL documentation, request the manufacturer's compliance certificates through an RFQ — we provide them with the quote."}],"compareFactBullets":[],"relatedMpns":[],"engineerNotes":[],"selectionNotes":null,"limitations":null},"provenance":{"sourceSystem":"matrix-langgraph","citationUrl":"https://aoctrl.com/siemens/5SM6011-1","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/5SM6011-1 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}}