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Schneider Electric GV2ME21A — Miniature Circuit Breakers (MCB)

Schneider GV2ME21A Motor Circuit Breaker, 23 A, Thermal-Magn

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Schneider Electric TeSys Deca GV2ME21A, motor circuit breaker, 23 A rated current, thermal-magnetic trip, 3 poles, 50 kA breaking capacity at 230 V.

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Schneider Electric GV2ME21A datasheet (PDF)
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Specifications

GV2ME21A — Identification
ParameterValue
Product nameTeSys GV2
Product rangeTeSys Deca
Product/component typeMotor circuit breaker
Device applicationMotor protection
GV2ME21A — Ratings
ParameterValue
Poles configuration3P
Breaking capacity50 kA Icu 230/240 V AC 50/60 Hz IEC 60947-2 15 kA Icu 400/415 V AC 50/60 Hz IEC 60947-2 6 kA Icu 440 V AC 50/60 Hz IEC 60947-2 4 kA Icu 500 V AC 50/60 Hz IEC 60947-2 3 kA Icu 690 V AC 50/60 Hz IEC 60947-2
Rated operational voltage (Ue)690 V AC 50/60 Hz IEC 60947-2
Rated insulation voltage (Ui)690 V AC 50/60 Hz IEC 60947-2
Rated impulse withstand voltage (Uimp)6 kV IEC 60947-2
Network type (AC/DC)AC
Network frequency50/60 Hz IEC 60947-2
Utilisation categoryCategory A IEC 60947-2 AC-3 IEC 60947-4-1 AC-3e IEC 60947-4-1
GV2ME21A — Protection
ParameterValue
Trip unit technologyThermal-magnetic
Suitability for isolationYes IEC 60947-1
Electrical durability (cycles)100000 cycles AC-3 415 V In 100000 cycles AC-3e 415 V In
Mechanical durability (cycles)100000 cycles
GV2ME21A — Mechanical
ParameterValue
Control typePush-button
Terminal connection typePower circuit snap-in terminal 2 0.001...0.006 in² (0.75...4 mm²)solid Power circuit snap-in terminal 2 0.001...0.009 in² (0.75...6 mm²)flexible without cable end Power circuit snap-in terminal 2 0.001...0.006 in² (0.75...4 mm²)flexible with cable end
Width1.8 in (45 mm)
Height4.0 in (101 mm)
Depth3.09 in (78.5 mm)
GV2ME21A — Environmental
ParameterValue
Operating ambient temperature-4...140 °F (-20...60 °C)
Storage ambient temperature-40...176 °F (-40...80 °C)
IP degree of protectionIP20 IEC 60529 on front face)
GV2ME21A — Approvals
ParameterValue
StandardsEN/IEC 60947-2 EN/IEC 60947-4-1 UL 60947-4-1 CSA C22.2 No 60947-4-1 IEC/EN 60335-2-40:Annex JJ IEC/EN 60335-1:Clause 30.2
GV2ME21A — Electrical
ParameterValue
[Ics] rated service short-circuit breaking capacity100 % 230/240 V AC 50/60 Hz IEC 60947-2 40 % 400/415 V AC 50/60 Hz IEC 60947-2 50 % 440 V AC 50/60 Hz IEC 60947-2 75 % 500 V AC 50/60 Hz IEC 60947-2 75 % 690 V AC 50/60 Hz IEC 60947-2

Product details

It switches motor loads up to 9 kW at 400 V AC or 11 kW at 500 V, and carries a 3-pole, 690 V insulation voltage rating.

Breaking capacity and trip characteristics

The GV2ME21A delivers 50 kA Icu at 230/240 V AC, dropping to 15 kA at 400/415 V and 3 kA at 690 V. For motor branch circuits, this covers most industrial fault currents up to the panel transformer. The magnetic trip is fixed at 341 A, ensuring instant clearing on high-current faults without nuisance tripping from motor inrush.

Width 45 mm, height 101 mm, depth 78.5 mm. IP20 on the front face keeps finger-safe access; IK04 impact rating handles light panel tool contact.

Frequently asked questions

What are the key compliance certifications for this part?

It meets EN/IEC 60947-2, EN/IEC 60947-4-1, UL 60947-4-1, CSA C22.2 No 60947-4-1, and IEC/EN 60335 series standards.

What are the physical dimensions of the GV2ME21A?

Width 45 mm, height 101 mm, depth 78.5 mm. It fits standard DIN-rail enclosures.

What is the breaking capacity of the GV2ME21A?

Breaking capacity is 50 kA Icu at 230/240 V AC, 15 kA at 400/415 V, 6 kA at 440 V, 4 kA at 500 V, and 3 kA at 690 V, all per IEC 60947-2.

Is the GV2ME21A suitable for motor protection?

Yes, it is designed for motor protection, rated for AC-3 and AC-3e utilization categories, and includes phase failure sensitivity per IEC 60947-4-1.

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