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Siemens 3VA1216-6FF42-0AA0 — Molded Case Circuit Breakers (MCCB)

Siemens 3VA1216-6FF42-0AA0 SENTRON MCCB, 160A, 4-Pole, TM240

MPN3VA1216-6FF42-0AA0
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Siemens SENTRON 3VA1 series, molded case circuit breaker, 4-pole, 160 A, TM240 thermal-magnetic release, line protection, IP40 front, 70 mm depth.

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

Specifications

3VA1216-6FF42-0AA0 — Identification
ParameterValue
Product designationMolded case circuit breaker
Brand / rangeSENTRON
3VA1216-6FF42-0AA0 — Ratings
ParameterValue
Number of poles4
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 classH
Breaking capacity at 240 V220 kA
Breaking capacity at 415 V154 kA
Breaking capacity at 440 V75.6 kA
Breaking capacity at 500 V30 kA
Breaking capacity at 690 V17 kA
Power loss, max.33 W
3VA1216-6FF42-0AA0 — Protection & Trip Unit
ParameterValue
Overcurrent release (trip unit) typeTM240
Overcurrent protection functionLI
Ground-fault monitoringWithout
Grounding protection functionNo
3VA1216-6FF42-0AA0 — Construction & Connection
ParameterValue
Main circuit connection typenut keeper kit on both ends
Main circuit connector arrangementFront terminal
Protection class (IP), frontIP40
3VA1216-6FF42-0AA0 — Accessories & Functions
ParameterValue
Undervoltage releaseNo
Voltage triggerNo
Trip indicatorNo
Communication functionNo
Measurement functionNo
Motor drive optionYes
Auxiliary CO contacts0
3VA1216-6FF42-0AA0 — Environmental
ParameterValue
Operating temperature, max.70 °C
Operating temperature, min.-25 °C
Storage temperature, max.80 °C
Storage temperature, min.-40 °C
3VA1216-6FF42-0AA0 — Mechanical
ParameterValue
Mechanical service life (operating cycles), typ.20 000
Height158 mm
Width140 mm
Depth70 mm
Height (in)6.22 in
Width (in)5.51 in
Depth (in)2.76 in

Product details

Interrupting capacity is the headline number here: 220 kA at 240 VAC, 154 kA at 415 V, 75.6 kA at 440 V, 30 kA at 500 V, and 17 kA at 690 V. The 17 kA at 690 V still covers most industrial 690 V distribution.

Rated 160 A from 40 °C up to 50 °C, then it starts to taper: 156 A at 55 °C, 151 A at 60 °C, 147 A at 65 °C, 142 A at 70 °C. If your panel ambient runs 55 °C, you lose 4 A — not much, but worth knowing if you're loading it near the limit. Footprint: 140 mm wide, 158 mm tall, 70 mm deep. That's a standard 4-pole MCCB width — it fits the usual DIN-rail or panel-mount pattern.

Straightforward line protection for standard industrial distribution.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I buy 3VA1216-6FF42-0AA0 and how do I get a price?

This part is sourced and quoted to order against an RFQ through independent distribution. Availability and current pricing are confirmed at quote time — submit an RFQ for a firm price and lead time.

What is the interrupting capacity of this MCCB at different voltages?

220 kA at 240 V, 154 kA at 415 V, 75.6 kA at 440 V, 30 kA at 500 V, and 17 kA at 690 V.

MPN
3VA1216-6FF42-0AA0