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Schneider Electric C160H4FM — Miniature Circuit Breakers (MCB)

Schneider C160H4FM ComPacT NS1600H Frame, 1600A 4P 70kA

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Schneider Electric, ComPacT NS1600H new generation, basic frame C160H4FM, 1600 A at 50 °C, 4 poles, fixed, manually operated, 70 kA Icu at 415 V AC, without control unit.

$3,010.69 – $4,128.26Ref. price · indicative, final on quote
Schneider Electric C160H4FM datasheet (PDF)
Sourced new & surplus through independent channelsAuthenticity-screened · ESD-safe packingListing updated Jul 2026

Specifications

C160H4FM — Identification
ParameterValue
Product rangeComPacT
Product range (series)ComPacT NS630b...1600 new generation
Product/component typeBasic frame
Device applicationDistribution
C160H4FM — Ratings
ParameterValue
Rated current (In)1600 A at 50 °C
Breaking capacity85 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 50 kA Icu at 500/525 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2 42 kA Icu at 660/690 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2
Rated service breaking capacity (Ics)37 kA at 220/240 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2 37 kA at 380/415 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2 37 kA at 440 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2 30 kA at 500/525 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2 22 kA at 660/690 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2
Rated operational voltage (Ue)690 V AC 50/60 Hz
Rated insulation voltage (Ui)800 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2
Rated impulse withstand voltage (Uimp)8 kV conforming to IEC 60947-2
Network type (AC/DC)AC
Network frequency50/60 Hz
Utilisation categoryCategory B
Overvoltage categoryIII
C160H4FM — Protection
ParameterValue
Suitability for isolationYes conforming to EN/IEC 60947-2
Electrical durability (cycles)1000 cycles 690 V AC 50/60 Hz In conforming to IEC 60947-2 2000 cycles 690 V AC 50/60 Hz In/2 conforming to IEC 60947-2 2000 cycles 440 V AC 50/60 Hz In conforming to IEC 60947-2 5000 cycles 440 V AC 50/60 Hz In/2 conforming to IEC 60947-2
Mechanical durability (cycles)10000 cycles conforming to IEC 60947-2
C160H4FM — Mechanical
ParameterValue
Mounting supportBackplate
Mounting modeFixed
Control typeManually operated
C160H4FM — 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 60947
C160H4FM — Approvals
ParameterValue
StandardsIEC 60947-2

Product details

The Schneider Electric C160H4FM is a basic frame in the ComPacT NS630b...1600 new generation range, rated 1600 A at 50 °C. It is a 4-pole, fixed-mount, manually operated frame without a control unit — you add the trip unit and auxiliaries to match the protection scheme.

That gives the site electrical engineer room to coordinate downstream breakers without cascading the full fault — the Icw of 19.2 kA for 1 s supports delayed-tripping selectivity schemes.

Fixed backplate mount, 280 mm wide by 224 mm tall by 147 mm deep. Connection pitch is 70 mm. Neutral position is left. The fixed format means you bolt the busbars directly; no draw-out cradle, so plan for isolation via upstream switching or the frame's own suitability-for-isolation marking per EN/IEC 60947-2.

The C160H4FM is a current-production item in Schneider's ComPacT NS new generation line. No end-of-life notice has been issued.

The 1600 A rating is at 50 °C ambient; derate per the IEC 60947-2 thermal curve for higher enclosure temperatures. Category B supports selectivity with an external trip unit.

Frequently asked questions

What is the closest pin-compatible alternative to C160H4FM?

Within the ComPacT NS new generation range, the C160H4FM is the 4-pole, fixed, manually operated basic frame at 1600 A with H breaking capacity. The closest sibling is the same frame with a different breaking capacity code (N or S) or with an integrated trip unit (e.g., C160H4TM or C160H4D). The physical footprint and mounting are identical across the NS1600H family; the difference is the interrupting rating and whether a Micrologic trip unit is factory-installed.

What compliance documentation does Schneider provide for C160H4FM?

The C160H4FM is designed and tested to IEC 60947-2, with pollution degree 3, overvoltage category III, and Class II shock protection on the front face. It carries the CE mark as part of Schneider's standard compliance. For specific RoHS, REACH, or UL documentation, request the compliance pack at quote time — the frame is suitable for isolation per EN/IEC 60947-2.

What is C160H4FM's listed range?

The C160H4FM belongs to the ComPacT range, specifically the ComPacT NS630b...1600 new generation series.

What is C160H4FM's depth?

The C160H4FM has a depth of 147 mm.

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