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Schneider Electric C12H3TM160B — Miniature Circuit Breakers (MCB)

Schneider Electric C12H3TM160B ComPacT NSXm 160A 3P 70kA MCC

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Schneider Electric ComPacT NSXm, C12H3TM160B, 160A at 40°C, 3P, 70kA at 415V AC, thermal-magnetic TM-D trip unit, IP40, grey (RAL 7016).

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

Specifications

C12H3TM160B — Identification
ParameterValue
Product nameComPacT NSXm
Product rangeComPacT
Product/component typeCircuit breaker
Device applicationDistribution
C12H3TM160B — Ratings
ParameterValue
Rated current (In)160 A at 40 °C
Poles configuration3P
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
C12H3TM160B — 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
C12H3TM160B — Mechanical
ParameterValue
Mounting supportBackplate
Control typeToggle
Local signalling/indicationFlag (green) for presence of auxiliary contacts
Number of 9 mm pitches9 module
C12H3TM160B — 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 %
C12H3TM160B — Approvals
ParameterValue
StandardsEN/IEC 60947-2
C12H3TM160B — Electrical
ParameterValue
[Icu] rated ultimate short-circuit breaking capacity100 kA Icu at 220...240 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2 70 kA Icu at 380...415 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2 65 kA Icu at 440 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2
[Ics] rated service short-circuit breaking capacity100 kA at 220...240 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2 70 kA at 380...415 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2 65 kA at 440 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2
C12H3TM160B — Specifications
ParameterValue
[Ir] long-time protection pick-up adjustment range0.7...1 x In
Trip unit protection functionsLI

Product details

The Schneider Electric C12H3TM160B is a ComPacT NSXm moulded-case circuit breaker with a TM-D thermal-magnetic trip unit, rated 160 A at 40 °C, 3-pole, and a breaking capacity of 70 kA at 415 V AC — that H performance level means it can safely interrupt fault currents up to 70 kA without upstream cascading, sized for high-fault distribution panels where the available short-circuit current is substantial. Above that, you derate per the thermal curve.

The 81 mm width and 137 mm height fit standard distribution panel layouts. Connection is front-facing on both line and load sides, using compression lugs or busbars. The 35 mm connection pitch with spreaders (27 mm without) matches common busbar systems. IP40 enclosure protection means it is suited for indoor panels where dust and small objects are excluded — not for washdown or outdoor use. The IK07 impact rating handles light mechanical knocks during panel assembly. The toggle control gives a clear on/off visual, and the flag indicator (green) shows when auxiliary contacts are present — handy for panel builders wiring status feedback back to a PLC.

Suitable for isolation per that standard. Pollution degree 3 (conforming to IEC 60664-1) means it handles conductive pollution in industrial environments. Overvoltage category III covers fixed-installation distribution panels.

Frequently asked questions

How do I get pricing and availability for C12H3TM160B?

Submit an RFQ through this listing. The part is sourced through independent distribution; availability and current pricing are confirmed at quote time.

What is the breaking capacity of C12H3TM160B?

70 kA at 415 V AC (H performance level). That is the maximum fault current it can safely interrupt.

What standards does C12H3TM160B comply with?

It complies with EN/IEC 60947-2 and is suitable for isolation per that standard. Pollution degree 3 and overvoltage category III per IEC 60664-1.

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C12H3TM160B