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Schneider Electric C16B32D160 — Miniature Circuit Breakers (MCB)

Schneider Electric C16B32D160 ComPacT NSX160B, 160 A, 3P, Mi

MPNC16B32D160
Obsolete

Schneider Electric ComPacT NSX, NSX160B, circuit breaker, 160 A, 3P, MicroLogic 2.2 electronic trip unit, 40 kA Icu at 240 V AC.

$368.61 – $948.83Ref. price · indicative, final on quote
Sourced new & surplus through independent channelsAuthenticity-screened · ESD-safe packingListing updated Jul 2026

Specifications

C16B32D160 — Identification
ParameterValue
Product nameComPacT NSX
Product rangeComPacT
Product/component typeCircuit breaker
Device applicationDistribution
C16B32D160 — Ratings
ParameterValue
Rated current (In)160 A at 40 °C
Poles configuration3P
Breaking capacity40 kA Icu at 220/240 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2 25 kA Icu at 380/415 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2 20 kA Icu at 440 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2 15 kA Icu at 500 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2
Rated service breaking capacity (Ics)40 kA at 220/240 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2 25 kA at 380/415 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2 20 kA at 440 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2 15 kA at 500 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
Rated impulse withstand voltage (Uimp)8 kV
Network type (AC/DC)AC
Network frequency50/60 Hz
Utilisation categoryCategory A
Overvoltage categoryIII
C16B32D160 — Protection
ParameterValue
Trip unit technologyElectronic
Earth-leakage protectionWithout
Suitability for isolationYes conforming to EN/IEC 60947-2
Electrical durability (cycles)40000 cycles at 440 V In/2 20000 cycles at 440 V In 15000 cycles at 690 V In/2 7500 cycles at 690 V In
Mechanical durability (cycles)40000 cycles
C16B32D160 — Mechanical
ParameterValue
Mounting supportBackplate
Control typeToggle
Local signalling/indicationFlashing LED (green) for ready to operate LED 105 % Ir (red) for overload LED 90 % Ir (orange) for overload
C16B32D160 — 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 %
C16B32D160 — Approvals
ParameterValue
StandardsEN/IEC 60947-2
C16B32D160 — Specifications
ParameterValue
[Ir] long-time protection pick-up adjustment range63...160 A
Trip unit protection functionsLSoI

Product details

The C16B32D160 is a Schneider Electric ComPacT NSX160B moulded-case circuit breaker, rated 160 A at 40 °C with a MicroLogic 2.2 electronic trip unit. The 40 kA Icu at 240 V AC is the maximum fault current it can safely interrupt once; the 25 kA at 415 V AC is the more relevant number for a 400 V distribution panel. The MicroLogic 2.2 trip unit provides L (long-time overload), So (short-time short-circuit with fixed delay), and I (instantaneous short-circuit) protection curves. That matters on a conveyor or compressor with repetitive overload cycles.

Mounts flat on a backplate in either horizontal or vertical orientation — no derating required for position. Front-connect on both line and load sides, with a 35 mm connection pitch that matches standard busbar systems. The 105 mm width and 161 mm height fit a standard 3-pole MCCB cutout; depth of 86 mm leaves room for rear-access wiring in a 400 mm deep enclosure. Five accessory slots accept auxiliary contacts, shunt trips, undervoltage releases, or communication modules (Modbus, Ethernet) without increasing the breaker footprint. The toggle handle provides local manual operation with clear ON/OFF indication.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I buy C16B32D160 and how do I get a price?

The C16B32D160 is sourced and quoted to order against an RFQ through independent distribution. Submit a request for quote to confirm current availability and pricing at the time of order.

What is C16B32D160's listed range on this component line?

The range is ComPacT, and the product name is ComPacT NSX. The device short name is NSX160B.

What are the key ratings of the C16B32D160?

It is a 3-pole, 160 A breaker with a MicroLogic 2.2 electronic trip unit. Breaking capacity is 40 kA Icu at 240 V AC, 25 kA at 415 V AC, and 20 kA at 440 V AC. Mechanical durability is 40,000 cycles.

MPN
C16B32D160