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Siemens 3VA1216-5EF32-0CH0 — Molded Case Circuit Breakers (MCCB)

Siemens 3VA1216-5EF32-0CH0 SENTRON MCCB, 160 A, 3-Pole, 187

MPN3VA1216-5EF32-0CH0

Siemens SENTRON 3VA1216-5EF32-0CH0, molded case circuit breaker, 3-pole, 160 A (40 °C), 187 kA at 240 V, line protection, with undervoltage release and auxiliary switches.

Sourced new & surplus through independent channelsAuthenticity-screened · ESD-safe packingListing updated Jul 2026

Specifications

3VA1216-5EF32-0CH0 — Identification
ParameterValue
Product designationMolded case circuit breaker
Brand / rangeSENTRON
Basic switch (supplied) ref.3VA12165EF320AA0
Integrated auxiliary / alarm switch ref.3VA9988-0AB12
3VA1216-5EF32-0CH0 — 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 classM
Breaking capacity at 240 V187 kA
Breaking capacity at 415 V121 kA
Breaking capacity at 440 V75.6 kA
Breaking capacity at 500 V30 kA
Breaking capacity at 690 V17 kA
Power loss, max.35.5 W
3VA1216-5EF32-0CH0 — Protection & Trip Unit
ParameterValue
Overcurrent release (trip unit) typeTM240
Overcurrent protection functionLI
Ground-fault monitoringWithout
Grounding protection functionNo
3VA1216-5EF32-0CH0 — Construction & Connection
ParameterValue
Main circuit connection typenut keeper kit on both ends
Main circuit connector arrangementFront terminal
Protection class (IP), frontIP40
3VA1216-5EF32-0CH0 — Accessories & Functions
ParameterValue
Undervoltage releaseYes
Voltage triggerNo
Trip indicatorYes
Communication functionNo
Measurement functionNo
Motor drive optionYes
Auxiliary CO contacts3
3VA1216-5EF32-0CH0 — Environmental
ParameterValue
Operating temperature, max.70 °C
Operating temperature, min.-25 °C
Storage temperature, max.80 °C
Storage temperature, min.-40 °C
3VA1216-5EF32-0CH0 — 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

It carries a continuous current of 160 A at 40 °C, with a slight derating curve up to 70 °C (142 A at 70 °C). The interrupting capacity is 187 kA at 240 V AC, 121 kA at 415 V, 75.6 kA at 440 V, 30 kA at 500 V, and 17 kA at 690 V — these are the fault levels it can safely clear without welding or rupturing. That 187 kA at 240 V is the headline number, but the 121 kA at 415 V is what matters for most European 400 V panels — it gives you plenty of SCCR headroom for a 65 kA or 100 kA rated bus.

That means you get remote status indication (open/closed/tripped) without adding a separate accessory module — saves a DIN rail slot and a wiring step. The UVR drops the breaker if control voltage falls below its dropout threshold — standard for safety circuits where a loss of control power must open the main disconnect. No communication function on this variant; it's a standalone thermal-magnetic MCCB, not a metering or trip-unit-communicating version.

Physical footprint: 105 mm wide, 158 mm tall, 70 mm deep. If you're swapping out a 3VA1110-5EF32-0AM0, the bolt pattern and bus-bar spacing are identical; the only difference is the continuous current rating (160 A vs 100 A) and the trip unit settings.

Frequently asked questions

What is the breaking capacity of 3VA1216-5EF32-0CH0 at 415 V?

121 kA at 415 V AC.

Does 3VA1216-5EF32-0CH0 include an undervoltage release?

Yes, it is factory-fitted with an undervoltage release (UVR).

Where can I buy 3VA1216-5EF32-0CH0 and how is it quoted?

Sourced and quoted to order against an RFQ through independent distribution. Availability and current pricing are confirmed at quote time.

MPN
3VA1216-5EF32-0CH0