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Schneider Electric C12H3TM160L — Miniature Circuit Breakers (MCB)

C12H3TM160L ComPacT NSXm 160A 3P 70kA 415V AC MCCB

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

$292.68 – $347.78Ref. price · indicative, final on quote
Sourced new & surplus through independent channelsAuthenticity-screened · ESD-safe packingListing updated Jul 2026

Specifications

C12H3TM160L — Identification
ParameterValue
Product nameComPacT NSXm
Product rangeComPacT
Product/component typeCircuit breaker
Device applicationDistribution
C12H3TM160L — 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
C12H3TM160L — 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
C12H3TM160L — Mechanical
ParameterValue
Mounting supportBackplate
Control typeToggle
Local signalling/indicationFlag (green) for presence of auxiliary contacts
Number of 9 mm pitches9 module
C12H3TM160L — 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 %
C12H3TM160L — Approvals
ParameterValue
StandardsEN/IEC 60947-2
C12H3TM160L — 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
C12H3TM160L — Specifications
ParameterValue
[Ir] long-time protection pick-up adjustment range0.7...1 x In
Trip unit protection functionsLI

Product details

That certifies its short-circuit making and breaking capacity, its isolation suitability (marked 'Yes' per IEC 60947-2), and its utilisation category A — meaning it is not intended for frequent switching of motor loads, but for distribution-circuit protection where the breaker sees occasional switching, not daily cycling. The TM-D trip unit is thermal-magnetic: the thermal bimetal handles overload protection (long-time delay), the magnetic coil handles short-circuit instantaneously. No earth-leakage protection built in — that would need an add-on module.

Where it sits in the panel

Mounts on a backplate — no DIN rail required, though the 9-module pitch (9 mm per pole, so 27 mm total width) matches standard DIN-rail spacing if you use a DIN adapter. Width is 81 mm, height 137 mm, depth 80 mm. Connection terminals are front-facing, both upside and downside, which simplifies busbar routing in a distribution board. The Everlink lug terminals accept 2.5 to 70 mm² flexible copper or 2.5 to 95 mm² rigid/stranded copper — sized for the 160 A feed. Connection pitch is 35 mm with spreaders, 27 mm without; that matters when you are laying out busbar take-off points.

Listed as current production — no NRND or obsolescence flag on this code. That means it is still a standard catalogue item, not a last-time-buy orphan. No official successor exists because none is needed — this is the current build.

Frequently asked questions

What is C12H3TM160L's listed range?

It belongs to the Schneider Electric ComPacT family, specifically the ComPacT NSXm sub-range.

What is the breaking capacity of C12H3TM160L?

70 kA at 415 V AC — the H performance level — which is the short-circuit rating that governs coordination with upstream protective devices.

Where can I buy C12H3TM160L?

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

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C12H3TM160L