Siemens SENTRON 3VA1140-3EF36-0AG0 — 40 A MCCB with TM240 Release
The Siemens SENTRON 3VA1140-3EF36-0AG0 is a 3-pole molded case circuit breaker (MCCB) rated for line protection, carrying a continuous current of 40 A up to 50 °C and derating to 37 A at 70 °C. Its TM240 thermal-magnetic release provides fixed overload and short-circuit protection for feeder and distribution circuits in industrial panels.
Breaking Capacity and Voltage Ratings
Rated breaking capacity reaches 75.6 kA at 240 V, dropping to 52.5 kA at 415 V, 32 kA at 440 V, and 11.9 kA at both 500 V and 690 V. This covers most low-voltage distribution fault levels in North American (240/480 V) and IEC (400/690 V) systems.
The breaker holds full 40 A rating from 40 °C through 50 °C, then steps down: 39 A at 55 °C and 60 °C, 38 A at 65 °C, 37 A at 70 °C. Maximum power loss is 10.8 W, manageable in a standard enclosure with natural convection. A trip indicator is present for visual fault identification.
