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Siemens 3VA1216-5MH32-0BH0 — Molded Case Circuit Breakers (MCCB)

Siemens 3VA1216-5MH32-0BH0 MCCB, 160 A, 3-Pole, Starter Prot

MPN3VA1216-5MH32-0BH0

Siemens SENTRON 3VA1216-5MH32-0BH0, molded case circuit breaker, 3-pole, 160 A, starter protection version, TM120M overcurrent release, undervoltage release, IP40 front.

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Specifications

3VA1216-5MH32-0BH0 — Identification
ParameterValue
Product designationMolded case circuit breaker
Brand / rangeSENTRON
Product versionStarter protection
Integrated auxiliary / alarm switch ref.3VA9988-0AB12
3VA1216-5MH32-0BH0 — Ratings
ParameterValue
Number of poles3
Current at 40 °C160 A
Current at 45 °C160 A
Current at 50 °C160 A
Current at 55 °C153.6 A
Current at 60 °C150.4 A
Current at 65 °C147.2 A
Current at 70 °C144 A
Switching capacity classM
Breaking capacity at 240 V187 kA
Breaking capacity at 415 V121 kA
Breaking capacity at 440 V30 kA
Breaking capacity at 690 V17 kA
3VA1216-5MH32-0BH0 — Protection & Trip Unit
ParameterValue
Overcurrent release (trip unit) typeTM120M
3VA1216-5MH32-0BH0 — Construction & Connection
ParameterValue
Main circuit connection typelug terminal
Main circuit connector arrangementFront terminal
Protection class (IP), frontIP40
3VA1216-5MH32-0BH0 — Accessories & Functions
ParameterValue
Undervoltage releaseYes
Voltage triggerNo
Trip indicatorYes
Communication functionNo
Measurement functionNo
Motor drive optionYes
Auxiliary CO contacts3
3VA1216-5MH32-0BH0 — Environmental
ParameterValue
Operating temperature, max.70 °C
Operating temperature, min.-25 °C
Storage temperature, max.80 °C
Storage temperature, min.-40 °C
3VA1216-5MH32-0BH0 — Mechanical
ParameterValue
Height158 mm
Width105 mm
Depth70 mm

Product details

MCCB for motor starter protection

The TM120M thermal-magnetic release provides the inverse-time overload curve and short-circuit magnetic trip, with a latching endurance of 15 000 operations, so it's rated for the switching cycles a motor branch sees over its service life.

Breaking capacity and coordination headroom

At 240 V the interrupting rating is 187 kA; at 415 V it's 121 kA; at 440 V it drops to 30 kA; and at 690 V it's 17 kA. The 690 V rating of 17 kA still covers most industrial motor branch circuits at that voltage class.

Above that it derates: 153.6 A at 55 °C, 150.4 A at 60 °C, 147.2 A at 65 °C, and 144 A at 70 °C.

Auxiliary and undervoltage release configuration

No communication function, no phase-failure detection, no ground-fault monitoring — it's a pure electromechanical protection device. The trip indicator on the front gives a visual flag after a fault, which saves a technician from having to guess whether the breaker tripped or was manually opened.

Frequently asked questions

What is the rated continuous current of 3VA1216-5MH32-0BH0?

The rated continuous current Iu is 160 A, held up to 50 °C ambient, with derating above that temperature.

What breaking capacity does this MCCB have at 415 V?

At 415 V the interrupting rating is 121 kA, which provides substantial fault-clearing headroom for most industrial 400 V line-to-line systems.

Where can I buy 3VA1216-5MH32-0BH0 and get current pricing?

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

Does 3VA1216-5MH32-0BH0 include an undervoltage release?

Yes, it ships with an undervoltage release (UVR) and a 2-auxiliary-switch plus 1-trip-alarm-switch contact block.

MPN
3VA1216-5MH32-0BH0