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Siemens 3VA1225-5GF42-0AC0 — Molded Case Circuit Breakers (MCCB)

Siemens 3VA1225-5GF42-0AC0 SENTRON MCCB, 250 A, 4-Pole, 187

MPN3VA1225-5GF42-0AC0

Siemens SENTRON 3VA1225-5GF42-0AC0, 4-pole molded case circuit breaker, 250 A rated current, TM240 thermal-magnetic release, line protection design, interrupting capacity 187 kA at 240 V.

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

Specifications

3VA1225-5GF42-0AC0 — Identification
ParameterValue
Product designationMolded case circuit breaker
Brand / rangeSENTRON
Basic switch (supplied) ref.3VA12255GF420AA0
Integrated auxiliary / alarm switch ref.3VA9988-0AA12
3VA1225-5GF42-0AC0 — Ratings
ParameterValue
Number of poles4
Rated operational voltage Ue (AC)690 V
Rated insulation voltage Ui800 V
Current at 40 °C250 A
Current at 45 °C250 A
Current at 50 °C250 A
Current at 55 °C243 A
Current at 60 °C237 A
Current at 65 °C230 A
Current at 70 °C223 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 V17 kA
Power loss, max.57 W
3VA1225-5GF42-0AC0 — Protection & Trip Unit
ParameterValue
Overcurrent release (trip unit) typeTM240
Overcurrent protection functionLI
Ground-fault monitoringWithout
Grounding protection functionNo
3VA1225-5GF42-0AC0 — Construction & Connection
ParameterValue
Main circuit connection typenut keeper kit on both ends
Main circuit connector arrangementFront terminal
Protection class (IP), frontIP40
3VA1225-5GF42-0AC0 — Accessories & Functions
ParameterValue
Undervoltage releaseNo
Voltage triggerNo
Trip indicatorNo
Communication functionNo
Measurement functionNo
Motor drive optionYes
Auxiliary CO contacts2
3VA1225-5GF42-0AC0 — Environmental
ParameterValue
Operating temperature, max.70 °C
Operating temperature, min.-25 °C
Storage temperature, max.80 °C
Storage temperature, min.-40 °C
3VA1225-5GF42-0AC0 — 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

It uses a TM240 thermal-magnetic release — fixed thermal and magnetic trip elements, no electronic adjustment. The interrupting capacity is 187 kA at 240 V, 121 kA at 415 V, 75.6 kA at 440 V, 30 kA at 500 V, and 17 kA at 690 V, so it handles high fault-current scenarios across common low-voltage supply levels. Full-load power loss is 57 W maximum, which matters for enclosure heat budgeting. This is a line-protection breaker — it sits at the incoming feed or main distribution point, not downstream branch protection. The fixed TM240 release means no interchangeable trip units; the breaker is ordered as a single assembly.

Above that, it derates: 243 A at 55 °C, 237 A at 60 °C, 230 A at 65 °C, and 223 A at 70 °C.

The 140 mm width for a 4-pole frame is standard for SENTRON 3VA molded case breakers — it bolts into a panel on a mounting plate or a DIN-rail adapter (not included). The breaker ships with two auxiliary switches HQ (high-quantity contacts) as standard, wired via the front accessory slot.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I buy 3VA1225-5GF42-0AC0 and how is it quoted?

This part is sourced to order against an RFQ through independent distribution. Submit a request for quote; availability and current pricing are confirmed at quote time.

What is the interrupting capacity of 3VA1225-5GF42-0AC0 at different voltages?

187 kA at 240 V, 121 kA at 415 V, 75.6 kA at 440 V, 30 kA at 500 V, and 17 kA at 690 V. These are the maximum fault currents the breaker can safely interrupt at those voltages.

Does 3VA1225-5GF42-0AC0 drop into a panel designed for 3VA1110-5ED36-0AC0?

No — the 3VA1225 is a 4-pole 250 A frame with a 140 mm width, while the 3VA1110 is a 3-pole lower-current frame. The mounting hole pattern and busbar spacing differ; rewiring and re-drilling the mounting plate would be required.

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3VA1225-5GF42-0AC0