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Schneider Electric GV3P256 — Miniature Circuit Breakers (MCB)

Schneider Electric GV3P256 TeSys Deca Motor Circuit Breaker,

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Schneider Electric TeSys Deca GV3P256 motor circuit breaker, 3-pole, 25 A, thermal-magnetic, 100 kA breaking capacity at 400 V AC.

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

Specifications

GV3P256 — Identification
ParameterValue
Product nameTeSys GV3
Product rangeTeSys Deca
Product/component typeMotor circuit breaker
Device applicationMotor protection
GV3P256 — Ratings
ParameterValue
Rated current (In)25 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
GV3P256 — 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
GV3P256 — Mechanical
ParameterValue
Control typeRotary handle
Terminal tightening torque6 N.m - on lugs-ring terminals
Width55 mm
Height132 mm
Depth136 mm
GV3P256 — Environmental
ParameterValue
Operating ambient temperature-20...60 °C
Storage ambient temperature-40...80 °C
IP degree of protectionIP20 conforming to IEC 60529
GV3P256 — 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
GV3P256 — 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

Motor power coverage: 11 kW at 400/415 V, 15 kW at 500 V, 18.5 kW at 690 V. That's the real-world selection number — match the motor nameplate kW to the voltage present on your line. Breaking capacity varies with voltage: 100 kA at 230/240 V and 400/415 V, then 50 kA at 440 V, 12 kA at 500 V, 6 kA at 690 V. If your plant runs at 690 V, the 6 kA Icu still covers most downstream faults, but verify against your transformer's prospective short-circuit current. The 55 mm width and 136 mm depth fit standard enclosure backplates — no special spreaders needed (connection pitch is 17.5 mm). Rated for uninterrupted duty per IEC 60947-4-1, so it's fine for continuous motor runs.

Compliant with EN/IEC 60947-2 (circuit-breaker standard) and EN/IEC 60947-4-1 (motor-starter standard), plus UL 60947-4-1 and CSA C22.2 No 60947-4-1. Also listed for IEC/EN 60335-1 and -2-40 (appliance safety) — useful if the breaker lands in a packaged HVAC or refrigeration skid. Phase-failure sensitivity is built in per IEC 60947-4-1, so it protects against single-phasing on a three-phase motor.

Frequently asked questions

What is the breaking capacity at 400 V?

100 kA Icu at 400/415 V AC, 50/60 Hz, per IEC 60947-2. That's the maximum short-circuit current the breaker can safely interrupt at that voltage.

What motor power does this breaker cover?

11 kW at 400/415 V, 15 kW at 500 V, and 18.5 kW at 690 V, all at 50/60 Hz. Match the motor nameplate kW and line voltage to select.

What standards does GV3P256 comply with?

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/-2-40. Phase-failure sensitivity is included per IEC 60947-4-1.

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