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Siemens 3VA1096-2ED32-0BH0 — Molded Case Circuit Breakers (MCCB)

Siemens SENTRON 3VA1096-2ED32-0BH0 MCCB, 16 A, 52.5 kA at 24

MPN3VA1096-2ED32-0BH0

Siemens SENTRON 3VA1096-2ED32-0BH0, 3-pole molded case circuit breaker, 16 A rated current, breaking capacity 52.5 kA at 240 V AC, line protection design, with undervoltage release and auxiliary switches.

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

Specifications

3VA1096-2ED32-0BH0 — Identification
ParameterValue
Product designationMolded case circuit breaker
Brand / rangeSENTRON
Basic switch (supplied) ref.3VA10962ED320AA0
Integrated auxiliary / alarm switch ref.3VA9988-0AB12
3VA1096-2ED32-0BH0 — Ratings
ParameterValue
Number of poles3
Rated operational voltage Ue (AC)690 V
Rated insulation voltage Ui800 V
Current at 40 °C16 A
Current at 45 °C16 A
Current at 50 °C16 A
Current at 55 °C16 A
Current at 60 °C15 A
Current at 65 °C15 A
Current at 70 °C15 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 500 V7.5 kA
Breaking capacity at 690 V7.5 kA
Power loss, max.13.1 W
3VA1096-2ED32-0BH0 — Protection & Trip Unit
ParameterValue
Overcurrent release (trip unit) typeTM210
Overcurrent protection functionLI
Ground-fault monitoringWithout
Grounding protection functionNo
3VA1096-2ED32-0BH0 — Construction & Connection
ParameterValue
Main circuit connection typenut keeper kit on both ends
Main circuit connector arrangementFront terminal
Protection class (IP), frontIP40
3VA1096-2ED32-0BH0 — Accessories & Functions
ParameterValue
Undervoltage releaseYes
Voltage triggerNo
Trip indicatorYes
Communication functionNo
Measurement functionNo
Motor drive optionNo
Auxiliary CO contacts3
3VA1096-2ED32-0BH0 — Environmental
ParameterValue
Operating temperature, max.70 °C
Operating temperature, min.-25 °C
Storage temperature, max.80 °C
Storage temperature, min.-40 °C
3VA1096-2ED32-0BH0 — Mechanical
ParameterValue
Mechanical service life (operating cycles), typ.20 000
Height130 mm
Width76.2 mm
Depth70 mm
Height (in)5.12 in
Width (in)3 in
Depth (in)2.76 in

Product details

The Siemens SENTRON 3VA1096-2ED32-0BH0 is a 3-pole molded case circuit breaker (MCCB) rated for 16 A at 40 °C through 55 °C, derating to 15 A at 60 °C through 70 °C — so in a warm enclosure you lose 1 A above 55 °C, which matters when sizing for a continuous load near the limit. Breaking capacity is 52.5 kA at 240 V AC, dropping to 32 kA at 415 V, 13.6 kA at 440 V, and 7.5 kA at both 500 V and 690 V — the 415 V figure is the one most European industrial panels will care about for fault-current coordination.

Sourcing and lifecycle — still in active production

Dimensions are 130 mm high, 76.2 mm wide, 70 mm deep — the 70 mm depth (2.76 in) is shallow enough for most 200 mm deep enclosures, leaving room for cable bending radii behind the breaker. A trip indicator is present — visible flag on the breaker face tells maintenance which pole tripped without needing to meter the load side.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I buy 3VA1096-2ED32-0BH0 and how is it quoted?

This part is sourced and quoted to order against an RFQ through independent distribution. Availability and current pricing are confirmed at quote time — no stock count or price is published here.

What is 3VA1096-2ED32-0BH0's breaking capacity at 415 V?

32 kA at 415 V AC — the most relevant figure for European 400 V industrial panels. At 240 V it is 52.5 kA, at 440 V it is 13.6 kA, and at 500 V / 690 V it is 7.5 kA.

What auxiliary contacts come fitted on this MCCB?

It includes 2 auxiliary switches plus 1 trip alarm switch (HQ) — the HQ contact signals a trip event separately from the aux switches, which is useful for a remote alarm or shutdown circuit.

MPN
3VA1096-2ED32-0BH0