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Siemens 3VA1040-2ED32-0BC0 — Molded Case Circuit Breakers (MCCB)

Siemens 3VA1040-2ED32-0BC0 SENTRON MCCB, 40 A, 3-Pole, 52.5

MPN3VA1040-2ED32-0BC0

Siemens SENTRON 3VA1040-2ED32-0BC0, molded case circuit breaker, line protection, 3-pole, 40 A rated at 40 °C, TM210 thermal-magnetic release, integrated undervoltage release, 2 HQ auxiliary switches, interrupting capacity 52.5 kA at 240 V AC.

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

Specifications

3VA1040-2ED32-0BC0 — Identification
ParameterValue
Product designationMolded case circuit breaker
Brand / rangeSENTRON
Product versionLine protection
Integrated auxiliary / alarm switch ref.3VA9988-0AA12
3VA1040-2ED32-0BC0 — Ratings
ParameterValue
Number of poles3
Current at 40 °C40 A
Current at 45 °C40 A
Current at 50 °C40 A
Current at 55 °C38.4 A
Current at 60 °C37.6 A
Current at 65 °C36.8 A
Current at 70 °C36 A
Switching capacity classB
Breaking capacity at 240 V52.5 kA
Breaking capacity at 415 V32 kA
Breaking capacity at 440 V13.6 kA
Breaking capacity at 690 V7.5 kA
3VA1040-2ED32-0BC0 — Protection & Trip Unit
ParameterValue
Overcurrent release (trip unit) typeTM210
3VA1040-2ED32-0BC0 — Construction & Connection
ParameterValue
Main circuit connection typelug terminal
Main circuit connector arrangementFront terminal
Protection class (IP), frontIP40
3VA1040-2ED32-0BC0 — Accessories & Functions
ParameterValue
Undervoltage releaseYes
Voltage triggerNo
Trip indicatorNo
Communication functionNo
Measurement functionNo
Motor drive optionNo
Auxiliary CO contacts2
3VA1040-2ED32-0BC0 — Environmental
ParameterValue
Operating temperature, max.70 °C
Operating temperature, min.-25 °C
Storage temperature, max.80 °C
Storage temperature, min.-40 °C
3VA1040-2ED32-0BC0 — Mechanical
ParameterValue
Height130 mm
Width76.2 mm
Depth70 mm

Product details

That 40 A holds steady through 50 °C — only starts to derate above 55 °C, dropping to 36 A at 70 °C. So for a panel running warm near the top of a cabinet, you've got headroom before the thermal curve bites. At 240 V it's rated 52.5 kA — that's a serious short-circuit rating for a 40 A frame, typical of a high-capacity distribution board. At 415 V it's still 32 kA, at 440 V it's 13.6 kA, and at 690 V it's 7.5 kA. The drop-off with voltage is normal for an MCCB — the arc extinction gets harder as voltage rises. If your system fault current at 415 V is under 32 kA, this breaker is sized right. The TM210 overcurrent release is a thermal-magnetic type — thermal for overload protection, magnetic for short-circuit. No electronic trip unit here, so no adjustable curves or communication. It's a fixed-characteristic breaker for straightforward feeder protection where you don't need selectivity tuning. That's above the typical 690 V industrial supply, so it's comfortable in 400 V and 690 V networks without derating the insulation.

Integrated undervoltage release and auxiliary switches

The auxiliary release order code is 3VA9608-0BB11. No separate auxiliary contact block needed — these are built into the breaker. Standard for indoor panel mounting. Dimensions are 130 mm height, 76.2 mm width (roughly 3-inch wide), 70 mm depth — fits standard SENTRON mounting patterns.

Frequently asked questions

What is the interrupting capacity of this breaker at different voltages?

At 240 V it's 52.5 kA, at 415 V it's 32 kA, at 440 V it's 13.6 kA, and at 690 V it's 7.5 kA. The rating drops as voltage rises, which is normal for an MCCB.

Does this breaker include an undervoltage release?

Yes, the 3VA1040-2ED32-0BC0 includes an integrated undervoltage release (UVR). The auxiliary release order code is 3VA9608-0BB11.

Where can I buy the 3VA1040-2ED32-0BC0 and how is it quoted?

This part is sourced through independent industrial distribution. It is quoted to order against an RFQ — submit a request for current pricing and availability, which are confirmed at quote time.

What are the physical dimensions of this MCCB?

Height 130 mm, width 76.2 mm, depth 70 mm. Front protection is IP40.

MPN
3VA1040-2ED32-0BC0