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Schneider Electric C16N6TM160 — Miniature Circuit Breakers (MCB)

C16N6TM160 ComPacT NSX160N, 160 A, 50 kA at 415 V AC

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Schneider Electric ComPacT NSX NSX160N, 4P, 160 A thermal-magnetic circuit breaker, TM-D trip unit, 50 kA Icu at 415 V AC, toggle control.

$384.21Ref. price · indicative, final on quote
Sourced new & surplus through independent channelsAuthenticity-screened · ESD-safe packingListing updated Jul 2026

Specifications

C16N6TM160 — Identification
ParameterValue
Product nameComPacT NSX
Product rangeComPacT
Product/component typeCircuit breaker
Device applicationDistribution
C16N6TM160 — Ratings
ParameterValue
Rated current (In)160 A at 40 °C
Poles configuration4P
Breaking capacity90 kA Icu at 220/240 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2 50 kA Icu at 380/415 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2 50 kA Icu at 440 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2 36 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 85 kA Icu at 240 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to UL 60947-4-1 50 kA Icu at 480 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to UL 60947-4-1 10 kA Icu at 600 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to UL 60947-4-1
Rated service breaking capacity (Ics)90 kA at 220/240 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2 50 kA at 380/415 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2 50 kA at 440 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2 36 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
C16N6TM160 — 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
C16N6TM160 — Mechanical
ParameterValue
Mounting supportBackplate
Control typeToggle
C16N6TM160 — 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 %
C16N6TM160 — Approvals
ParameterValue
StandardsEN/IEC 60947-2
C16N6TM160 — Specifications
ParameterValue
[Ir] long-time protection pick-up adjustment range0.7...1 x In
Trip unit protection functionsLI

Product details

It lives in the ComPacT NSX family, the workhorse distribution and panelboard line that replaced the older Compact NS series. IK07 impact resistance handles the odd dropped tool during commissioning.

Breaking capacity — what the N rating buys you

The N code delivers 50 kA Icu at 380/415 V AC and 440 V AC, 90 kA at 220/240 V, and 36 kA at 500 V. The UL 60947-4-1 ratings mirror the IEC ones: 85 kA at 240 V, 50 kA at 480 V, 10 kA at 600 V. The TM-D trip gives L (thermal overload) and I (magnetic short-circuit) protection in one package, no electronic adjustment.

Electrical endurance: 40,000 cycles at 440 V at half rated current, 20,000 at full 160 A. At 690 V it halves again — 15,000 cycles at half load, 7,500 at full. Mechanical durability is 40,000 cycles. That's typical for a molded-case frame in this class — fine for daily switching in a distribution board, not for a motor-starting contactor duty cycle.

Frequently asked questions

What is the breaking capacity of C16N6TM160 at 415 V?

50 kA Icu at 380/415 V AC 50/60 Hz per IEC 60947-2. The N breaking capacity code is the mid-range option in the NSX160N frame.

Where can I buy C16N6TM160 and how is it quoted?

This part is sourced and quoted to order against an RFQ through independent distribution channels. Availability and current pricing are confirmed at quote time — submit an RFQ for a firm commercial offer.

What compliance documentation does Schneider provide for C16N6TM160?

The breaker is certified to EN/IEC 60947-2 and carries UL 60947-4-1 ratings. Pollution degree 3 per IEC 60664-1, overvoltage category III. Standard documentation includes the IEC declaration of conformity and UL recognition file; RoHS and REACH compliance data is available on request.

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