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Siemens 3VA1116-5EF42-0AC0 — Molded Case Circuit Breakers (MCCB)

Siemens 3VA1116-5EF42-0AC0 SENTRON MCCB, 160 A, 4-Pole, 187

MPN3VA1116-5EF42-0AC0

Siemens SENTRON 3VA1116-5EF42-0AC0, molded case circuit breaker, 4-pole, 160 A at 40 °C, TM240 thermal-magnetic release, 187 kA breaking capacity at 240 V AC.

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Specifications

3VA1116-5EF42-0AC0 — Identification
ParameterValue
Product designationMolded case circuit breaker
Brand / rangeSENTRON
Basic switch (supplied) ref.3VA11165EF420AA0
Integrated auxiliary / alarm switch ref.3VA9988-0AA12
3VA1116-5EF42-0AC0 — Ratings
ParameterValue
Number of poles4
Rated operational voltage Ue (AC)690 V
Rated insulation voltage Ui800 V
Current at 40 °C160 A
Current at 45 °C160 A
Current at 50 °C160 A
Current at 55 °C158 A
Current at 60 °C155 A
Current at 65 °C153 A
Current at 70 °C150 A
Switching capacity classM
Breaking capacity at 240 V187 kA
Breaking capacity at 415 V121 kA
Breaking capacity at 440 V75.6 kA
Breaking capacity at 500 V17 kA
Breaking capacity at 690 V17 kA
Power loss, max.38 W
3VA1116-5EF42-0AC0 — Protection & Trip Unit
ParameterValue
Overcurrent release (trip unit) typeTM240
Overcurrent protection functionLI
Ground-fault monitoringWithout
Grounding protection functionNo
3VA1116-5EF42-0AC0 — Construction & Connection
ParameterValue
Main circuit connection typenut keeper kit on both ends
Main circuit connector arrangementFront terminal
Protection class (IP), frontIP40
3VA1116-5EF42-0AC0 — Accessories & Functions
ParameterValue
Undervoltage releaseNo
Voltage triggerNo
Trip indicatorNo
Communication functionNo
Measurement functionNo
Motor drive optionYes
Auxiliary CO contacts2
3VA1116-5EF42-0AC0 — Environmental
ParameterValue
Operating temperature, max.70 °C
Operating temperature, min.-25 °C
Storage temperature, max.80 °C
Storage temperature, min.-40 °C
3VA1116-5EF42-0AC0 — Mechanical
ParameterValue
Mechanical service life (operating cycles), typ.20 000
Height130 mm
Width101.6 mm
Depth70 mm
Height (in)5.12 in
Width (in)4 in
Depth (in)2.76 in

Product details

What this 160 A MCCB does on the line

Its TM240 thermal-magnetic release handles overloads and short-circuits without external trip units, keeping the BOM simple.

At 440 V the interrupting rating drops to 75.6 kA, and at 500 V or 690 V it holds at 17 kA. Thermal derating is mild: 160 A holds flat from 40 °C to 50 °C, then steps down to 150 A at 70 °C. No surprise trip on a hot summer day in a non-climate-controlled enclosure.

Footprint is 101.6 mm wide by 130 mm tall by 70 mm deep — 4 inches wide, which is standard for a 160 A frame. Ships with two HQ auxiliary switches pre-installed, so you get status feedback without ordering a separate accessory kit. Max power loss is 38 W; factor that into enclosure ventilation if you're stacking several in a row.

Frequently asked questions

What is the breaking capacity of 3VA1116-5EF42-0AC0 at 240 V?

187 kA at 240 V AC, dropping to 121 kA at 415 V and 75.6 kA at 440 V.

Where can I buy 3VA1116-5EF42-0AC0 and get current pricing?

Sourced and quoted to order against an RFQ through independent distribution. Availability and current pricing confirmed at quote time — submit an RFQ for a firm price and lead time.

Will 3VA1116-5EF42-0AC0 drop into a panel specified around 3VA1112-5EE32-0AA0?

Yes — same SENTRON frame width and depth, so it fits the same mounting footprint. The difference is the TM release rating (160 A vs the lower-rated sibling) and the number of poles.

MPN
3VA1116-5EF42-0AC0