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Schneider Electric C16S3D — Miniature Circuit Breakers (MCB)

Schneider C16S3D ComPacT NSX160S DC, 100 kA 750 VDC 3P, 160

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Schneider Electric ComPacT NSX DC, NSX160S DC, circuit breaker basic frame, 3P, 160 A at 40 °C, 100 kA Icu at 750 V DC, fixed mount, toggle control.

$167.67Ref. price · indicative, final on quote
Sourced new & surplus through independent channelsAuthenticity-screened · ESD-safe packingListing updated Jul 2026

Specifications

C16S3D — Identification
ParameterValue
Product nameComPacT NSX DC
Product rangeComPacT
Product/component typeBasic frame
Device applicationDistribution
C16S3D — Ratings
ParameterValue
Rated current (In)160 A at 40 °C
Poles configuration3P
Breaking capacity100 kA Icu at 250 V DC 1P conforming to IEC 60947-2 100 kA Icu at 24...125 V DC 1P conforming to IEC 60947-2 100 kA Icu at 500 V DC 2P conforming to IEC 60947-2 100 kA Icu at 750 V DC 3P conforming to IEC 60947-2
Rated service breaking capacity (Ics)100 kA at 250 V DC conforming to IEC 60947-2 (1P) 100 kA at 24...125 V DC conforming to IEC 60947-2 (1P) 100 kA at 500 V DC conforming to IEC 60947-2 (2P) 100 kA at 750 V DC conforming to IEC 60947-2 (3P)
Rated operational voltage (Ue)750 V DC conforming to IEC 60947-2
Rated insulation voltage (Ui)750 V DC conforming to IEC 60947-2
Rated impulse withstand voltage (Uimp)8 kV conforming to IEC 60947-2
Network type (AC/DC)DC
Utilisation categoryCategory A
Overvoltage categoryIII
C16S3D — Protection
ParameterValue
Suitability for isolationYes conforming to EN/IEC 60947-2
Electrical durability (cycles)10000 cycles 250 V DC In/2 conforming to IEC 60947-2 10000 cycles 500 V DC In/2 conforming to IEC 60947-2 10000 cycles 750 V DC In/2 conforming to IEC 60947-2 5000 cycles 250 V DC In conforming to IEC 60947-2 5000 cycles 500 V DC In conforming to IEC 60947-2 5000 cycles 750 V DC In conforming to IEC 60947-2
Mechanical durability (cycles)10000 cycles conforming to IEC 60947-2
C16S3D — Mechanical
ParameterValue
Mounting supportBackplate
Mounting modeFixed
Control typeToggle
C16S3D — 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
C16S3D — Approvals
ParameterValue
StandardsEN/IEC 60947-2

Product details

It carries 100 kA Icu at 750 V DC (3P) per EN/IEC 60947-2, which means it can safely interrupt a 100 kA fault on a 750 V DC bus without welding or cascading. That's the kind of SCCR headroom you need for large DC drives, UPS battery banks, or solar combiner boxes where the prospective fault current is serious.

The breaking capacity is rated per IEC 60947-2 across multiple DC voltages: 100 kA Icu at 250 V DC 1P, 100 kA at 500 V DC 2P, and 100 kA at 750 V DC 3P. That's full-rated performance, not derated. The Ics (service breaking capacity) matches the Icu at each voltage level, so after clearing a fault the breaker can be reclosed without immediate replacement — important for uptime in a DC traction or industrial process line.

Fixed-mount on a backplate, 105 mm wide × 161 mm high × 86 mm deep. Front connections top and bottom, toggle control, IP40 front face with Class II shock protection — so it's fine in a ventilated enclosure but not for washdown. IK07 impact rating handles accidental tool drops during maintenance.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I buy C16S3D and get a price?

C16S3D is sourced to order against an RFQ through independent distribution. Submit a request for quote; availability and current pricing are confirmed at quote time.

What is the breaking capacity of C16S3D?

C16S3D is rated 100 kA Icu at 750 V DC (3P), 100 kA at 500 V DC (2P), and 100 kA at 250 V DC (1P), all per IEC 60947-2.

What compliance documentation does C16S3D carry?

C16S3D complies with EN/IEC 60947-2, carries IP40 protection, IK07 impact rating, and Class II electrical shock protection on the front face. Pollution degree 3 per IEC 60664-1.

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