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Schneider Electric C16H3TM160C — Miniature Circuit Breakers (MCB)

Schneider C16H3TM160C ComPacT NSX160H, 160 A, 100 kA Icu

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Schneider Electric ComPacT NSX160H, C16H3TM160C, 3-pole thermal-magnetic circuit breaker, 160 A rated current, 100 kA Icu at 240 V AC, IP40, toggle control.

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

Specifications

C16H3TM160C — Identification
ParameterValue
Product nameComPacT NSX
Product rangeComPacT
Product/component typeCircuit breaker
Device applicationDistribution
C16H3TM160C — Ratings
ParameterValue
Rated current (In)160 A at 50 °C
Poles configuration3P
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 50 kA Icu at 500 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2 35 kA Icu at 525 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2 10 kA Icu at 660/690 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2
Rated service breaking capacity (Ics)100 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 50 kA at 500 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2 35 kA at 525 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2 10 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
Rated impulse withstand voltage (Uimp)8 kV
Network type (AC/DC)AC
Network frequency50/60 Hz
Utilisation categoryCategory A
Overvoltage categoryIII
C16H3TM160C — 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
C16H3TM160C — Mechanical
ParameterValue
Mounting supportBackplate
Control typeToggle
C16H3TM160C — 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 %
C16H3TM160C — Approvals
ParameterValue
StandardsEN/IEC 60947-2
C16H3TM160C — Specifications
ParameterValue
[Ir] long-time protection pick-up adjustment range0.7...1 x In
Trip unit protection functionsLI

Product details

What you're looking at

The thermal-magnetic TM-D trip gives you L (overload) protection via a bimetal element and I (short-circuit) protection via a solenoid — simple, field-adjustable, no electronics to fail. The 100 kA Icu at 240 V AC is the maximum fault current it can safely interrupt; at 415 V it still handles 70 kA, and even at 690 V it holds 10 kA. That's a serious SCCR for a 160 A frame. Electrical durability is listed at 40,000 cycles at 440 V at half rated current, and 20,000 cycles at full rated current. Mechanical durability matches at 40,000 cycles. For a distribution breaker that's solid — it's not a contactor meant for millions of operations, but it'll handle routine switching for years in a panel. Power dissipation runs 13.95 W per pole, so roughly 42 W total for the 3-pole unit.

The 105 mm width and 161 mm height fit standard ComPacT NSX panel cutouts. IK07 impact resistance handles incidental tool bumps during installation.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I buy C16H3TM160C and how do I get a price?

The C16H3TM160C is sourced to order against an RFQ through our independent distribution channels. Submit a request for quote (RFQ) and we'll confirm availability and current pricing at quote time.

What is C16H3TM160C's breaking capacity at 415 V?

The C16H3TM160C delivers 70 kA Icu at 380/415 V AC 50/60 Hz per IEC 60947-2, which is the H breaking capacity code rating.

What compliance standards does C16H3TM160C meet?

The C16H3TM160C is certified to EN/IEC 60947-2, suitable for isolation per that standard, and carries IP40 and IK07 protection ratings. Pollution degree 3 per IEC 60664-1 and overvoltage category III.

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C16H3TM160C