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Siemens 3VA1216-6MH32-0AA0 — Molded Case Circuit Breakers (MCCB)

Siemens 3VA1216-6MH32-0AA0 SENTRON MCCB, 160 A, 220 kA

MPN3VA1216-6MH32-0AA0
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Siemens SENTRON 3VA1216-6MH32-0AA0, molded case circuit breaker, 3-pole, 160 A rated current at 40 °C, breaking capacity 220 kA at 240 V AC, TM120M thermal-magnetic release.

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

Specifications

3VA1216-6MH32-0AA0 — Identification
ParameterValue
Product designationMolded case circuit breaker
Brand / rangeSENTRON
3VA1216-6MH32-0AA0 — 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 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 V4.5 kA
Power loss, max.33 W
3VA1216-6MH32-0AA0 — Protection & Trip Unit
ParameterValue
Overcurrent release (trip unit) typeTM120M
Overcurrent protection functionI
Ground-fault monitoringWithout
Grounding protection functionNo
3VA1216-6MH32-0AA0 — Construction & Connection
ParameterValue
Main circuit connection typenut keeper kit on both ends
Main circuit connector arrangementFront terminal
Protection class (IP), frontIP40
3VA1216-6MH32-0AA0 — Accessories & Functions
ParameterValue
Undervoltage releaseNo
Voltage triggerNo
Trip indicatorNo
Communication functionNo
Measurement functionNo
Motor drive optionYes
Auxiliary CO contacts0
3VA1216-6MH32-0AA0 — Environmental
ParameterValue
Operating temperature, max.70 °C
Operating temperature, min.-25 °C
Storage temperature, max.80 °C
Storage temperature, min.-40 °C
3VA1216-6MH32-0AA0 — 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

Rated 160 A continuous at 40 °C, it holds that full rating through 50 °C before derating begins: 156 A at 55 °C, 151 A at 60 °C, 147 A at 65 °C, 142 A at 70 °C (–). That thermal curve matters when the breaker shares a warm panel with drives or transformers — you don't lose headroom until the ambient climbs past 50 °C. Breaking capacity is the headline number that decides coordination: 220 kA at 240 V AC, 154 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 selectivity win for the panel designer. The TM120M overcurrent release is a thermal-magnetic type — thermal element handles overloads (inverse time), magnetic element handles short-circuits (instantaneous). This is a straightforward, field-reliable MCCB for motor branch circuits where adjustable electronic trip isn't needed.

Dimensions: 105 mm wide, 158 mm tall, 70 mm deep. 3-pole footprint. IP40 on the front.

Lifecycle stage is current — active-production part in the SENTRON 3VA family. No end-of-life notice. Sourced and quoted to order.

Frequently asked questions

What does the TM120M release designation mean?

TM120M is a thermal-magnetic overcurrent release rated 160 A — thermal for overload protection, magnetic for short-circuit. No electronic adjustment or communication.

MPN
3VA1216-6MH32-0AA0