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Siemens 3VA1216-5MH32-0HC0 — Molded Case Circuit Breakers (MCCB)

Siemens 3VA1216-5MH32-0HC0 SENTRON MCCB, 160 A, 3-Pole, 187

MPN3VA1216-5MH32-0HC0

Siemens SENTRON 3VA1216-5MH32-0HC0, molded case circuit breaker, 3-pole, 160 A rated current at 40 °C, 187 kA breaking capacity at 240 V, starter protection design with shunt trip and 2 auxiliary switches.

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Specifications

3VA1216-5MH32-0HC0 — Identification
ParameterValue
Product designationMolded case circuit breaker
Brand / rangeSENTRON
Basic switch (supplied) ref.3VA12165MH320AA0
Integrated auxiliary / alarm switch ref.3VA9988-0AA12
3VA1216-5MH32-0HC0 — 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 V4.5 kA
Power loss, max.33 W
3VA1216-5MH32-0HC0 — Protection & Trip Unit
ParameterValue
Overcurrent release (trip unit) typeTM120M
Overcurrent protection functionI
Ground-fault monitoringWithout
Grounding protection functionNo
3VA1216-5MH32-0HC0 — Construction & Connection
ParameterValue
Main circuit connection typenut keeper kit on both ends
Main circuit connector arrangementFront terminal
Protection class (IP), frontIP40
3VA1216-5MH32-0HC0 — Accessories & Functions
ParameterValue
Undervoltage releaseNo
Voltage triggerYes
Trip indicatorNo
Communication functionNo
Measurement functionNo
Motor drive optionYes
Auxiliary CO contacts2
3VA1216-5MH32-0HC0 — Environmental
ParameterValue
Operating temperature, max.70 °C
Operating temperature, min.-25 °C
Storage temperature, max.80 °C
Storage temperature, min.-40 °C
3VA1216-5MH32-0HC0 — 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

Breaking capacity is substantial: 187 kA at 240 V, tapering to 121 kA at 415 V, 75.6 kA at 440 V, 30 kA at 500 V, and 4.5 kA at 690 V — so at typical 400 V industrial supply, you're looking at over 100 kA fault-clearing capability, which covers high-fault panels without needing a current-limiting upstream device.

At 55 °C it drops to 156 A, at 60 °C to 151 A, at 65 °C to 147 A, and at 70 °C to 142 A. That's a gentle slope: you lose about 11% at the top of the operating range, which is better than many MCCBs that start derating at 40 °C. Maximum power loss is 33 W at rated load, so heat dissipation inside the enclosure is manageable — no forced cooling required for a single unit in a standard IP54 panel.

Footprint is 105 mm wide × 158 mm tall × 70 mm deep — that's a compact 3-pole MCCB for 160 A.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I buy 3VA1216-5MH32-0HC0 and how do I get a price?

This part is sourced to order against an RFQ through independent distribution. Submit a request for quote and we'll confirm availability and current pricing at quote time — no stock count or price figures are published here.

What is 3VA1216-5MH32-0HC0's listed depth?

The depth is 70 mm (2.76 in), with a width of 105 mm (4.13 in) and height of 158 mm (6.22 in).

What compliance documentation does this MCCB carry?

As a Siemens SENTRON product, it is designed to meet IEC 60947-2 and UL 489 standards for molded case circuit breakers, with RoHS and REACH compliance documentation available from the manufacturer.

What does the 160 A rating mean at different ambient temperatures?

The 160 A rating is valid from 40 °C to 50 °C. At 55 °C it derates to 156 A, at 60 °C to 151 A, at 65 °C to 147 A, and at 70 °C to 142 A — a gentle derating curve that keeps most of the capacity even in a hot panel.

MPN
3VA1216-5MH32-0HC0