The Siemens SENTRON 3VA1116-5EF36-0AC0 is a 3-pole molded case circuit breaker rated for 160 A continuous current at 40 °C, with a TM240 thermal-magnetic overcurrent release. That 160 A holds flat through 50 °C — you only start seeing derating above that, down to 144 A at 70 °C. The interrupting ratings are substantial: 187 kA at 240 V, 121 kA at 415 V, 75.6 kA at 440 V, and 17 kA at 690 V. This is a line protection version, meaning it's configured for feeder or main breaker duty, not motor circuit protection. That makes it a straightforward, reliable choice for standard distribution panels where you don't need selective coordination curves or remote monitoring. The 2 auxiliary switches (HQ type) give you status feedback for SCADA or panel indication.

Siemens 3VA1116-5EF36-0AC0 SENTRON MCCB, 160 A, 3-Pole, Line
Siemens SENTRON 3VA1116-5EF36-0AC0, molded case circuit breaker, 3-pole, 160 A rated continuous current, TM240 thermal-magnetic overcurrent release, line protection version.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Product designation | Molded case circuit breaker |
| Brand / range | SENTRON |
| Product version | Line protection |
| Integrated auxiliary / alarm switch ref. | 3VA9988-0AA12 |
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Number of poles | 3 |
| Current at 40 °C | 160 A |
| Current at 45 °C | 160 A |
| Current at 50 °C | 160 A |
| Current at 55 °C | 153.6 A |
| Current at 60 °C | 150.4 A |
| Current at 65 °C | 147.2 A |
| Current at 70 °C | 144 A |
| Switching capacity class | M |
| Breaking capacity at 240 V | 187 kA |
| Breaking capacity at 415 V | 121 kA |
| Breaking capacity at 440 V | 75.6 kA |
| Breaking capacity at 690 V | 17 kA |
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Overcurrent release (trip unit) type | TM240 |
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Main circuit connection type | box terminal |
| Main circuit connector arrangement | Front terminal |
| Protection class (IP), front | IP40 |
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Undervoltage release | No |
| Voltage trigger | No |
| Trip indicator | No |
| Communication function | No |
| Measurement function | No |
| Motor drive option | Yes |
| Auxiliary CO contacts | 2 |
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating temperature, max. | 70 °C |
| Operating temperature, min. | -25 °C |
| Storage temperature, max. | 80 °C |
| Storage temperature, min. | -40 °C |
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Height | 130 mm |
| Width | 76.2 mm |
| Depth | 70 mm |
Product details
Frequently asked questions
What is the interrupting rating of 3VA1116-5EF36-0AC0 at 415 V?
121 kA at 415 V. It also carries 187 kA at 240 V, 75.6 kA at 440 V, and 17 kA at 690 V.
What does the TM240 release designation mean?
TM240 is a fixed thermal-magnetic overcurrent release — the thermal element handles overload protection, the magnetic element handles short-circuit. No electronic adjustments, no communication, no ground-fault monitoring built in.
Where can I buy 3VA1116-5EF36-0AC0 and how is it quoted?
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