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Schneider Electric C16B3TM160 — Miniature Circuit Breakers (MCB)

Schneider Electric C16B3TM160 ComPacT NSX160B, 160 A, 25 kA

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Schneider Electric ComPacT NSX, NSX160B, C16B3TM160, 3-pole 160 A thermal-magnetic circuit breaker, 25 kA Icu at 415 V AC, IP40, toggle control.

$241.39Ref. price · indicative, final on quote
Sourced new & surplus through independent channelsAuthenticity-screened · ESD-safe packingListing updated Jul 2026

Specifications

C16B3TM160 — Identification
ParameterValue
Product nameComPacT NSX
Product rangeComPacT
Product/component typeCircuit breaker
Device applicationDistribution
C16B3TM160 — 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
C16B3TM160 — Protection
ParameterValue
Trip unit technologyThermal-magnetic
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
C16B3TM160 — Mechanical
ParameterValue
Mounting supportBackplate
Control typeToggle
C16B3TM160 — 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 %
C16B3TM160 — Approvals
ParameterValue
StandardsEN/IEC 60947-2
C16B3TM160 — Specifications
ParameterValue
[Ir] long-time protection pick-up adjustment range0.7...1 x In
Trip unit protection functionsLI

Product details

Its TM-D trip unit provides thermal-magnetic overload and short-circuit protection (L and I curves) rated at 160 A at 40 °C. At 220/240 V AC the Icu rises to 40 kA; at 440 V AC it drops to 20 kA, and at 500 V AC to 15 kA, all per IEC 60947-2. The 3-pole configuration (3P) with three protected poles (3D) suits three-phase distribution. The front-facing connections (upside and downside) make for straightforward bus-bar or cable routing. IP40 protection keeps out tools and debris but not moisture — mount inside a panel with a door.

Durability and thermal management

Mechanical durability is rated at 40,000 cycles; electrical durability varies with load: 40,000 cycles at 440 V at half-rated current (In/2), 20,000 cycles at full 440 V In, and 7,500 cycles at 690 V In. The 13.95 W power dissipation per pole (total ~42 W for three poles) means you need to account for heat rise in a sealed enclosure — derate the breaker if ambient exceeds 40 °C or if it's packed tightly with other heat sources.

It carries a suitability-for-isolation marking per that standard. The IK07 impact rating (IEC 62262) means it withstands a 2 J impact — enough for accidental tool drops during panel work. Operating altitude is 0–2000 m without derating, and up to 5000 m with derating. Relative humidity range is 0–95%.

Frequently asked questions

How do I get current pricing and availability for C16B3TM160?

The C16B3TM160 is sourced and quoted to order against an RFQ through independent distribution. Availability and current pricing are confirmed at quote time — submit an RFQ for a firm price and lead time.

What is C16B3TM160's breaking capacity at 415 V?

The C16B3TM160 has a breaking capacity of 25 kA Icu at 380/415 V AC 50/60 Hz per IEC 60947-2. This is the B breaking capacity code — the standard rating for this NSX160B variant.

What compliance documentation does this brand provide for C16B3TM160?

The C16B3TM160 is certified to EN/IEC 60947-2 and carries a suitability-for-isolation marking per that standard. It is rated IP40 (IEC 60529) and IK07 (IEC 62262), with pollution degree 3 per IEC 60664-1. The manufacturer provides the standard declaration of conformity and product certificate for these standards.

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C16B3TM160