Rated 160 A continuous at 40 °C, it holds that full rating through 50 °C before derating to 156 A at 55 °C and 142 A at 70 °C — useful to know if the breaker sits near other heat sources in a crowded panel. Interrupting capacity runs 187 kA at 240 V, 121 kA at 415 V, and 75.6 kA at 440 V — high enough for most distribution boards downstream of a large transformer.
Siemens 3VA1216-5EF32-0BA0 SENTRON MCCB, 160 A, 3-Pole
MPN3VA1216-5EF32-0BA0
Siemens SENTRON 3VA1 series, 3-pole molded case circuit breaker, 160 A at 40 °C, TM240 thermal-magnetic release, undervoltage release, 70 mm depth.
Sourced new & surplus through independent channelsAuthenticity-screened · ESD-safe packingListing updated Jul 2026
Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Product designation | Molded case circuit breaker |
| Brand / range | SENTRON |
| Basic switch (supplied) ref. | 3VA12165EF320AA0 |
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Number of poles | 3 |
| Rated operational voltage Ue (AC) | 690 V |
| Rated insulation voltage Ui | 800 V |
| Current at 40 °C | 160 A |
| Current at 45 °C | 160 A |
| Current at 50 °C | 160 A |
| Current at 55 °C | 156 A |
| Current at 60 °C | 151 A |
| Current at 65 °C | 147 A |
| Current at 70 °C | 142 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 | 30 kA |
| Breaking capacity at 690 V | 17 kA |
| Power loss, max. | 35.5 W |
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Overcurrent release (trip unit) type | TM240 |
| Overcurrent protection function | LI |
| Ground-fault monitoring | Without |
| Grounding protection function | No |
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Main circuit connection type | nut keeper kit on both ends |
| Main circuit connector arrangement | Front terminal |
| Protection class (IP), front | IP40 |
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Undervoltage release | Yes |
| Voltage trigger | No |
| Trip indicator | No |
| Communication function | No |
| Measurement function | No |
| Motor drive option | Yes |
| Auxiliary CO contacts | 0 |
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating temperature, max. | 70 °C |
| Operating temperature, min. | -25 °C |
| Storage temperature, max. | 80 °C |
| Storage temperature, min. | -40 °C |
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Mechanical service life (operating cycles), typ. | 20 000 |
| Height | 158 mm |
| Width | 105 mm |
| Depth | 70 mm |
| Height (in) | 6.22 in |
| Width (in) | 4.13 in |
| Depth (in) | 2.76 in |
Product details
Frequently asked questions
What is the interrupting capacity of this MCCB?
187 kA at 240 V, 121 kA at 415 V, 75.6 kA at 440 V, 30 kA at 500 V, and 17 kA at 690 V.
Where can I buy 3VA1216-5EF32-0BA0?
Sourced and quoted to order against an RFQ through independent distribution. Availability and current pricing confirmed at quote time.
Does this breaker include an undervoltage release?
Yes, it is equipped with an undervoltage release (UVR) as standard.
MPN
3VA1216-5EF32-0BA0