What this MCCB carries and what it doesn't
The Siemens 3VA1112-5MH32-0CC0 is a 3-pole IEC frame 160 molded case circuit breaker rated 125 A continuous, with a breaking capacity of 55 kA at 415 V AC — class M on the Siemens scale, meaning it sits above standard distribution duty and handles moderate industrial fault levels without cascading upstream. This is a starter-protection variant (TM120M thermal-magnetic release, AM characteristic) configured for short-circuit protection only — there is no built-in overload protection, so it pairs with a separate overload relay for motor branch circuits. The adjustable instantaneous trip range is 5 to 15 times In. The order code includes an undervoltage release (UVR) rated 120-127 V AC 50/60 Hz, two auxiliary switches (HQ type), and a nut keeper kit for the mounting hardware. The UVR drops the breaker on loss of control voltage — common for emergency-stop chains or undervoltage protection schemes.
Lifecycle and sourcing posture
For BOM-line commitments, the 3VA1112-5MH32-0CC0 is sourced and quoted to order against an RFQ. Availability and current pricing are confirmed at quote time through independent supply channels.
Integration notes for panel builders
The 3VA1 frame mounts on a DIN rail or panel plate via the supplied nut keeper kit. The UVR coil draws continuously when energized; verify the control transformer sizing if the breaker shares a 120 V AC control bus with multiple UVRs. The two HQ auxiliary switches provide status feedback (open/closed/tripped) to a PLC or indication lamp. They are pre-wired with screw terminals; no additional terminal blocks needed for basic signaling.
