Siemens 3VA1180-5EF42-0AA0 SENTRON MCCB, 80 A, 4-Pole, 187 k

Name: 3VA1180-5EF42-0AA0
Brand: Siemens
SKU: 3VA1180-5EF42-0AA0
Availability: LimitedAvailability
Author: Surplus Sully

Specifications

Identification

3VA1180-5EF42-0AA0 — Identification
Parameter	Value
Product designation	Molded case circuit breaker
Brand / range	SENTRON

Ratings

3VA1180-5EF42-0AA0 — Ratings
Parameter	Value
Number of poles	4
Rated operational voltage Ue (AC)	690 V
Rated insulation voltage Ui	800 V
Current at 40 °C	80 A
Current at 45 °C	80 A
Current at 50 °C	80 A
Current at 55 °C	78 A
Current at 60 °C	77 A
Current at 65 °C	75 A
Current at 70 °C	74 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 500 V	17 kA
Breaking capacity at 690 V	17 kA
Power loss, max.	19.2 W

Protection & Trip Unit

3VA1180-5EF42-0AA0 — Protection & Trip Unit
Parameter	Value
Overcurrent release (trip unit) type	TM240
Overcurrent protection function	LI
Ground-fault monitoring	Without
Grounding protection function	No

Construction & Connection

3VA1180-5EF42-0AA0 — Construction & Connection
Parameter	Value
Main circuit connection type	nut keeper kit on both ends
Main circuit connector arrangement	Front terminal
Protection class (IP), front	IP40

Accessories & Functions

3VA1180-5EF42-0AA0 — Accessories & Functions
Parameter	Value
Undervoltage release	No
Voltage trigger	No
Trip indicator	No
Communication function	No
Measurement function	No
Motor drive option	Yes
Auxiliary CO contacts	0

Environmental

3VA1180-5EF42-0AA0 — Environmental
Parameter	Value
Operating temperature, max.	70 °C
Operating temperature, min.	-25 °C
Storage temperature, max.	80 °C
Storage temperature, min.	-40 °C

Mechanical

3VA1180-5EF42-0AA0 — Mechanical
Parameter	Value
Mechanical service life (operating cycles), typ.	20 000
Height	130 mm
Width	101.6 mm
Depth	70 mm
Height (in)	5.12 in
Width (in)	4 in
Depth (in)	2.76 in

Product details

What the ratings mean for fit

The 3VA1180-5EF42-0AA0 is a SENTRON molded case circuit breaker (MCCB) from Siemens, designed for line protection in distribution panels. Its 80 A rated current at 40 °C holds steady through 50 °C before derating to 74 A at 70 °C — the thermal curve matters if your panel runs hot. The TM240 overcurrent release is a fixed thermal-magnetic trip unit; no voltage trigger or ground-fault monitoring on this variant. Four poles suit three-phase plus neutral or switched-neutral configurations. Breaking capacity hits 187 kA at 240 V and 121 kA at 415 V — that's high-interrupting for a compact frame, meaning it can clear severe faults without upstream fuses in most low-voltage switchgear.

Mounting and integration

Front face carries IP40 protection — fine for a dry indoor panel, not for washdown. Dimensions: 130 mm high, 101.6 mm wide, 70 mm deep. The 70 mm depth is shallow enough for most 200 mm deep enclosures; check gland-plate clearance if you're back-mounting. No communication function — this is a straight electromechanical breaker, no Modbus or remote trip.

Frequently asked questions

What is the breaking capacity of 3VA1180-5EF42-0AA0 at 415 V?

121 kA at 415 V AC. At 240 V it's 187 kA; at 440 V it drops to 75.6 kA. The high interrupting rating at common distribution voltages means it coordinates well with upstream transformers without requiring current-limiting fuses.

Where can I buy 3VA1180-5EF42-0AA0 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.