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Siemens 3VA1216-4EF32-0KA0 — Molded Case Circuit Breakers (MCCB)

Siemens 3VA1216-4EF32-0KA0 SENTRON MCCB, 160A, 3-Pole, TM240

MPN3VA1216-4EF32-0KA0

Siemens SENTRON 3VA1216-4EF32-0KA0, molded case circuit breaker, 3-pole, TM240 thermal-magnetic release, shunt trip (STL), 160 A at 40 °C, 121 kA at 240 V.

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Specifications

3VA1216-4EF32-0KA0 — Identification
ParameterValue
Product designationMolded case circuit breaker
Brand / rangeSENTRON
Basic switch (supplied) ref.3VA12164EF320AA0
3VA1216-4EF32-0KA0 — Ratings
ParameterValue
Number of poles3
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 °C156 A
Current at 60 °C151 A
Current at 65 °C147 A
Current at 70 °C142 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 500 V17 kA
Breaking capacity at 690 V11.9 kA
Power loss, max.33 W
3VA1216-4EF32-0KA0 — Protection & Trip Unit
ParameterValue
Overcurrent release (trip unit) typeTM240
Overcurrent protection functionLI
Ground-fault monitoringWithout
Grounding protection functionNo
3VA1216-4EF32-0KA0 — Construction & Connection
ParameterValue
Main circuit connection typenut keeper kit on both ends
Main circuit connector arrangementFront terminal
Protection class (IP), frontIP40
3VA1216-4EF32-0KA0 — Accessories & Functions
ParameterValue
Undervoltage releaseNo
Voltage triggerYes
Trip indicatorNo
Communication functionNo
Measurement functionNo
Motor drive optionYes
Auxiliary CO contacts0
3VA1216-4EF32-0KA0 — Environmental
ParameterValue
Operating temperature, max.70 °C
Operating temperature, min.-25 °C
Storage temperature, max.80 °C
Storage temperature, min.-40 °C
3VA1216-4EF32-0KA0 — Mechanical
ParameterValue
Mechanical service life (operating cycles), typ.20 000
Height158 mm
Width105 mm
Depth70 mm
Height (in)6.22 in
Width (in)4.13 in
Depth (in)2.76 in

Product details

The 160 A continuous rating holds flat from 40 °C to 50 °C, then derates to 142 A at 70 °C, which matters for a packed enclosure where ambient climbs. Interrupting capacity runs 121 kA at 240 V, 75.6 kA at 415 V, 52.5 kA at 440 V, 17 kA at 500 V, and 11.9 kA at 690 V — so it handles high-fault utility feeds downstream of a transformer.

The shunt trip coil draws power from a separate control circuit; verify the voltage rating of the STL against your control transformer before wiring. Power loss maxes out at 33 W at rated load — account for that heat in the enclosure thermal calculation if you're stacking breakers tight.

Frequently asked questions

What is the interrupting capacity of 3VA1216-4EF32-0KA0 at 480 V?

At 440 V it is rated 52.5 kA; at 500 V it drops to 17 kA. For a 480 V system, the value falls between those two points — expect roughly 35 kA, but selectivity studies should use the 500 V figure for conservative coordination.

What does the TM240 release mean?

TM240 is the thermal-magnetic trip unit designation. The thermal pickup is set to 160 A continuous (the frame rating), and the magnetic short-circuit pickup is fixed at 240 A — meaning it will hold motor inrush without nuisance tripping but still clear a hard fault quickly.

Where can I buy 3VA1216-4EF32-0KA0 and how is it quoted?

This part is sourced through independent distribution and quoted to order against an RFQ. Availability and current pricing are confirmed at quote time — send the order code for a firm commercial offer.

MPN
3VA1216-4EF32-0KA0