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Siemens 3VA1216-5MH32-0KH0 — Molded Case Circuit Breakers (MCCB)

Siemens 3VA1216-5MH32-0KH0 SENTRON MCCB, 160A, 187kA at 240V

MPN3VA1216-5MH32-0KH0

Siemens SENTRON 3VA1 molded case circuit breaker, 3VA1216-5MH32-0KH0, 3-pole, 160 A rated at 40 °C, 187 kA breaking capacity at 240 V AC, designed for starter protection with integrated shunt trip and auxiliary switches.

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Specifications

3VA1216-5MH32-0KH0 — Identification
ParameterValue
Product designationMolded case circuit breaker
Brand / rangeSENTRON
Basic switch (supplied) ref.3VA12165MH320AA0
Integrated auxiliary / alarm switch ref.3VA9988-0AB12
3VA1216-5MH32-0KH0 — 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
3VA1216-5MH32-0KH0 — Protection & Trip Unit
ParameterValue
Overcurrent release (trip unit) typeTM120M
Overcurrent protection functionI
Ground-fault monitoringWithout
Grounding protection functionNo
3VA1216-5MH32-0KH0 — Construction & Connection
ParameterValue
Main circuit connection typenut keeper kit on both ends
Main circuit connector arrangementFront terminal
Protection class (IP), frontIP40
3VA1216-5MH32-0KH0 — Accessories & Functions
ParameterValue
Undervoltage releaseNo
Voltage triggerYes
Trip indicatorYes
Communication functionNo
Measurement functionNo
Motor drive optionYes
Auxiliary CO contacts3
3VA1216-5MH32-0KH0 — Environmental
ParameterValue
Operating temperature, max.70 °C
Operating temperature, min.-25 °C
Storage temperature, max.80 °C
Storage temperature, min.-40 °C
3VA1216-5MH32-0KH0 — 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 breaking capacity drops as system voltage climbs: 187 kA at 240 V AC, 121 kA at 415 V, 75.6 kA at 440 V, 30 kA at 500 V, and 4.5 kA at 690 V. That's a high-interrupting rating at the lower voltages, suited for high-fault-current industrial panels where you need selectivity without cascading upstream.

Thermal derating — the real-world current you can carry

Above that, it steps down: 156 A at 55 °C, 151 A at 60 °C, 147 A at 65 °C, and 142 A at 70 °C. The maximum power loss is 33 W, which matters for heat buildup inside a sealed cabinet.

Integrated auxiliary and shunt trip — what's inside the case

That means you get remote status feedback and remote tripping capability without adding external modules. The shunt trip lets a PLC or safety relay kill power on demand, which is standard for emergency-stop chains on conveyor or pump starters.

Dimensions are 105 mm wide, 158 mm high, 70 mm deep.

Frequently asked questions

What does 'starter protection' design mean for this MCCB?

The 3VA1216-5MH32-0KH0 is designed for starter protection, meaning its trip characteristics and auxiliary options are optimized for motor starter circuits — it's built to coordinate with contactors and overload relays, not just protect branch feeders.

MPN
3VA1216-5MH32-0KH0