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Siemens 3VA1196-4EF32-0KA0 — Molded Case Circuit Breakers (MCCB)

Siemens 3VA1196-4EF32-0KA0 SENTRON MCCB, 16 A, 3-Pole, 121 k

MPN3VA1196-4EF32-0KA0

Siemens SENTRON 3VA1196-4EF32-0KA0, molded case circuit breaker, 3-pole, 16 A rated continuous current, line protection version, breaking capacity 121 kA at 240 V, 75.6 kA at 415 V, 52.5 kA at 440 V, 11.9 kA at 690 V.

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Specifications

3VA1196-4EF32-0KA0 — Identification
ParameterValue
Product designationMolded case circuit breaker
Brand / rangeSENTRON
Product versionLine protection
3VA1196-4EF32-0KA0 — Ratings
ParameterValue
Number of poles3
Current at 40 °C16 A
Current at 45 °C16 A
Current at 50 °C16 A
Current at 55 °C15.36 A
Current at 60 °C15.04 A
Current at 65 °C14.72 A
Current at 70 °C14.4 A
Switching capacity classS
Breaking capacity at 240 V121 kA
Breaking capacity at 415 V75.6 kA
Breaking capacity at 440 V52.5 kA
Breaking capacity at 690 V11.9 kA
3VA1196-4EF32-0KA0 — Protection & Trip Unit
ParameterValue
Overcurrent release (trip unit) typeTM240
3VA1196-4EF32-0KA0 — Construction & Connection
ParameterValue
Main circuit connection typelug terminal
Main circuit connector arrangementFront terminal
Protection class (IP), frontIP40
3VA1196-4EF32-0KA0 — Accessories & Functions
ParameterValue
Undervoltage releaseNo
Voltage triggerYes
Trip indicatorNo
Communication functionNo
Measurement functionNo
Motor drive optionYes
Auxiliary CO contacts0
3VA1196-4EF32-0KA0 — Environmental
ParameterValue
Operating temperature, max.70 °C
Operating temperature, min.-25 °C
Storage temperature, max.80 °C
Storage temperature, min.-40 °C
3VA1196-4EF32-0KA0 — Mechanical
ParameterValue
Height130 mm
Width76.2 mm
Depth70 mm

Product details

It carries a TM240 thermal-magnetic overcurrent release, so the thermal element handles sustained overloads and the magnetic element clears hard shorts fast.

This breaker's interrupting capacity changes with system voltage: 121 kA at 240 V AC, 75.6 kA at 415 V, 52.5 kA at 440 V, and 11.9 kA at 690 V. At 415 V — the most common industrial distribution voltage in many regions — 75.6 kA SCCR gives you headroom for high-fault panels without cascading upstream. The 690 V figure is lower but still covers most standard transformer-fed installations.

Thermal derating — the real-world current you can carry

Above that it derates: 15.36 A at 55 °C, 15.04 A at 60 °C, 14.72 A at 65 °C, and 14.4 A at 70 °C. If your panel internal temperature runs hot — sealed enclosure, high-density layout — factor the 55 °C or 60 °C row into your load calculation.

Auxiliary trip and release options

The integrated auxiliary trip is part number 3VA9688-0BL33. It is a clean, no-frills line protection breaker with one remote-trip channel.

Frequently asked questions

What is the breaking capacity of 3VA1196-4EF32-0KA0 at 415 V?

At 415 V AC the interrupting capacity is 75.6 kA. At 240 V it is 121 kA, at 440 V it is 52.5 kA, and at 690 V it is 11.9 kA.

What is the rated current and how does it derate with temperature?

Rated continuous current Iu is 16 A at 40 °C, 45 °C, and 50 °C. It derates to 15.36 A at 55 °C, 15.04 A at 60 °C, 14.72 A at 65 °C, and 14.4 A at 70 °C.

Does this breaker include a shunt trip or undervoltage release?

It includes a shunt trip (STL) auxiliary release for voltage-triggered remote tripping. It does not include an undervoltage release, auxiliary contact, ground-fault monitoring, or communication module.

Where can I buy 3VA1196-4EF32-0KA0 and what is the lead time?

This part is sourced and quoted to order against an RFQ through independent distribution. Availability and current pricing are confirmed at quote time — submit an RFQ for the current position.

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3VA1196-4EF32-0KA0