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Schneider Electric C12E4TM160B — Miniature Circuit Breakers (MCB)

Schneider Electric C12E4TM160B ComPacT NSXm 160A 4P MCCB, 16

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Schneider Electric ComPacT NSXm, C12E4TM160B, 160 A at 40 °C, 4P, thermal-magnetic trip unit TM-D, 16 kA at 415 V AC, EN/IEC 60947-2.

Sourced new & surplus through independent channelsAuthenticity-screened · ESD-safe packingListing updated Jul 2026

Specifications

C12E4TM160B — Identification
ParameterValue
Product nameComPacT NSXm
Product rangeComPacT
Product/component typeCircuit breaker
Device applicationDistribution
C12E4TM160B — Ratings
ParameterValue
Rated current (In)160 A at 40 °C
Poles configuration4P
Rated operational voltage (Ue)440 V AC 50/60 Hz
Rated insulation voltage (Ui)800 V AC 50/60 Hz
Rated impulse withstand voltage (Uimp)8 kV
Network type (AC/DC)AC
Network frequency50/60 Hz
Utilisation categoryCategory A
Overvoltage categoryIII
C12E4TM160B — Protection
ParameterValue
Trip unit technologyThermal-magnetic
Earth-leakage protectionWithout
Suitability for isolationYes conforming to IEC 60947-2
Electrical durability (cycles)20000 cycles at 440 V In/2 10000 cycles at 440 V In
Mechanical durability (cycles)20000 cycles
C12E4TM160B — Mechanical
ParameterValue
Mounting supportBackplate
Control typeToggle
Local signalling/indicationFlag (green) for presence of auxiliary contacts
Number of 9 mm pitches12 module
C12E4TM160B — Environmental
ParameterValue
Operating ambient temperature-25...70 °C
Storage ambient temperature-50...85 °C
IP degree of protectionIP40 conforming to IEC 60529
Pollution degree3 conforming to IEC 60664-1
Relative humidity0...95 %
C12E4TM160B — Approvals
ParameterValue
StandardsEN/IEC 60947-2
C12E4TM160B — Electrical
ParameterValue
[Icu] rated ultimate short-circuit breaking capacity25 kA Icu at 220...240 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2 16 kA Icu at 380...415 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2 10 kA Icu at 440 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2
[Ics] rated service short-circuit breaking capacity25 kA at 220...240 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2 16 kA at 380...415 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2 10 kA at 440 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2
C12E4TM160B — Specifications
ParameterValue
[Ir] long-time protection pick-up adjustment range0.7...1 x In
Trip unit protection functionsLI

Product details

160 A MCCB for distribution panels

The 4P configuration with left-side neutral covers three-phase plus neutral circuits without a separate neutral breaker. The toggle control and front-facing connections simplify panel wiring and labelling.

Selectivity and coordination

The 16 kA at 415 V AC (E performance level) gives the C12E4TM160B a defined short-circuit withstand for downstream coordination. For a 160 A frame, this is a standard interrupting rating — not the highest in the NSXm family, but sufficient for most distribution panels where the upstream transformer or feeder limits fault current below that threshold. The TM-D thermal-magnetic trip provides fixed magnetic pickup for short-circuit and adjustable thermal overload for cable protection.

The 108 mm width occupies 12 module pitches of 9 mm. Front connections accept compression lugs or busbars; connection pitch is 35 mm with spreaders, 27 mm without. IP40 front face and IK07 impact resistance suit it for enclosed panel mounting where occasional tool contact or minor impact is expected.

Frequently asked questions

What is the breaking capacity of C12E4TM160B?

16 kA at 415 V AC, performance level E. This is the standard interrupting rating for the 160 A frame in the ComPacT NSXm range.

What standards does C12E4TM160B comply with?

EN/IEC 60947-2 for circuit-breakers. It is also suitable for isolation per that standard.

Where can I buy C12E4TM160B?

Sourced and quoted to order against an RFQ through independent distribution. Availability and current pricing are confirmed at quote time.

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C12E4TM160B