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Schneider Electric GV3P131 — Miniature Circuit Breakers (MCB)

Schneider Electric GV3P131 TeSys Deca Motor Circuit Breaker,

MPNGV3P131
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Schneider Electric TeSys Deca GV3P131 motor circuit breaker, thermal-magnetic, 3-pole, 13 A rated, 9-13 A thermal adjustment range, 100 kA breaking capacity at 400 V AC.

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

Specifications

GV3P131 — Identification
ParameterValue
Product nameTeSys GV3
Product rangeTeSys Deca
Product/component typeMotor circuit breaker
Device applicationMotor protection
GV3P131 — Ratings
ParameterValue
Rated current (In)13 A
Poles configuration3P
Breaking capacity100 kA Icu at 230/240 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2 100 kA Icu at 400/415 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 12 kA Icu at 500 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2 6 kA Icu at 690 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2
Rated operational voltage (Ue)690 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2
Rated insulation voltage (Ui)690 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2
Rated impulse withstand voltage (Uimp)6 kV conforming to IEC 60947-2
Network type (AC/DC)AC
Network frequency50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2
Utilisation categoryCategory A conforming to IEC 60947-2 AC-3 conforming to IEC 60947-4-1
GV3P131 — Protection
ParameterValue
Trip unit technologyThermal-magnetic
Suitability for isolationYes conforming to IEC 60947-1
Electrical durability (cycles)50000 cycles for AC-3 at 415 V In
Mechanical durability (cycles)50000 cycles
GV3P131 — Mechanical
ParameterValue
Control typeRotary handle
Terminal tightening torque5 N.m - on screw clamp terminal
Width55 mm
Height132 mm
Depth136 mm
GV3P131 — Environmental
ParameterValue
Operating ambient temperature-20...60 °C
Storage ambient temperature-40...80 °C
IP degree of protectionIP20 conforming to IEC 60529
GV3P131 — Approvals
ParameterValue
StandardsEN/IEC 60947-2 EN/IEC 60947-4-1 UL 60947-4-1 CSA C22.2 No 60947-4-1 IEC/EN 60335-1:Clause 30.2 IEC/EN 60335-2-40:Annex JJ
GV3P131 — Electrical
ParameterValue
[Ics] rated service short-circuit breaking capacity100 % at 230/240 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2 100 % at 400/415 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2 100 % at 440 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2 50 % at 500 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2 50 % at 690 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2

Product details

It's rated 13 A continuous, with a thermal adjustment range of 9 to 13 A so you can dial it in to match the motor's full-load current. The magnetic trip is fixed at 182 A, which handles startup inrush without nuisance trips on most motor loads up to its rating. It's listed for motor duty under IEC 60947-4-1 (utilisation category AC-3) and for circuit protection under IEC 60947-2 (category A). That dual listing means it serves as both a motor starter disconnect and a branch-circuit short-circuit protection device in one package — saves a fuse holder or separate breaker in the panel.

The headline number here is the breaking capacity: 100 kA Icu at 400/415 V AC. For most industrial distribution boards fed by a 1000 kVA transformer, available fault current sits around 25-50 kA — this gives you a comfortable margin. Motor power ratings are given for 50/60 Hz: 5.5 kW at 400 V, 7.5 kW at 500 V, 11 kW at 690 V. That's the maximum standard induction motor this can protect at each voltage. Phase failure sensitivity is built in, conforming to IEC 60947-4-1. If one phase drops out, the breaker trips — that's critical for motor protection because single-phasing can burn out a winding in minutes under load.

Mounting and integration details

The housing is 55 mm wide, 132 mm tall, 136 mm deep — that's a standard three-module footprint on the rail. Clamping torque is 5 N·m on the screw-clamp terminals, which is typical for this current class. Power dissipation is 8 W per pole, so 24 W total at full load. That matters for thermal management inside a sealed enclosure — if you're packing several of these in a row, you'll need to account for the heat rise in your panel cooling calculation.

It carries UL 60947-4-1, CSA C22.2 No 60947-4-1, and IEC/EN 60947-2 certifications, so it's accepted in North American and European panels without extra paperwork. Also listed for IEC/EN 60335-1 and -2-40 (appliance standards), which covers it for HVAC and refrigeration equipment applications. Climatic withstand conforms to IACS, meaning it's tested for marine and offshore environments — salt fog, humidity, temperature cycling. If your panel is going into a coastal plant or a shipboard installation, that's a relevant qualification.

Frequently asked questions

What are the key ratings I need to check for fit?

The GV3P131 is a 3-pole thermal-magnetic motor circuit breaker rated 13 A continuous, with a thermal adjustment range of 9-13 A. Its magnetic trip is fixed at 182 A. Breaking capacity is 100 kA Icu at 400/415 V AC, dropping to 6 kA at 690 V AC. Motor power ratings are 5.5 kW at 400 V, 7.5 kW at 500 V, and 11 kW at 690 V.

What certifications does the GV3P131 carry?

It is certified to EN/IEC 60947-2, EN/IEC 60947-4-1, UL 60947-4-1, CSA C22.2 No 60947-4-1, and IEC/EN 60335-1 and -2-40. It also conforms to IACS for climatic withstand in marine environments.

What is the physical size and mounting of the GV3P131?

It measures 55 mm wide, 132 mm high, and 136 mm deep. It mounts on 35 mm DIN rail or directly to a panel with three M4 screws. The enclosure is IP20 rated with IK09 impact protection.

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