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Siemens 3VA1225-5GF42-0AJ0 — Molded Case Circuit Breakers (MCCB)

Siemens 3VA1225-5GF42-0AJ0 SENTRON MCCB, 250 A, 4-Pole, 187

MPN3VA1225-5GF42-0AJ0

Siemens SENTRON 3VA1225-5GF42-0AJ0, molded case circuit breaker, 4-pole, 250 A rated continuous current Iu, TM240 thermal-magnetic release, line protection version, IP40 front, 187 kA at 240 V, 121 kA at 415 V, 36 kA at 440 V, 17 kA at 690 V.

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Specifications

3VA1225-5GF42-0AJ0 — Identification
ParameterValue
Product designationMolded case circuit breaker
Brand / rangeSENTRON
Product versionLine protection
Integrated auxiliary / alarm switch ref.3VA9988-0AB11
3VA1225-5GF42-0AJ0 — Ratings
ParameterValue
Number of poles4
Current at 40 °C250 A
Current at 45 °C250 A
Current at 50 °C250 A
Current at 55 °C243.3 A
Current at 60 °C236.5 A
Current at 65 °C229 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 V36 kA
Breaking capacity at 690 V17 kA
3VA1225-5GF42-0AJ0 — Protection & Trip Unit
ParameterValue
Overcurrent release (trip unit) typeTM240
3VA1225-5GF42-0AJ0 — Construction & Connection
ParameterValue
Main circuit connection typelug terminal
Main circuit connector arrangementFront terminal
Protection class (IP), frontIP40
3VA1225-5GF42-0AJ0 — Accessories & Functions
ParameterValue
Undervoltage releaseNo
Voltage triggerNo
Trip indicatorYes
Communication functionNo
Measurement functionNo
Motor drive optionYes
Auxiliary CO contacts3
3VA1225-5GF42-0AJ0 — Environmental
ParameterValue
Operating temperature, max.70 °C
Operating temperature, min.-25 °C
Storage temperature, max.80 °C
Storage temperature, min.-40 °C
3VA1225-5GF42-0AJ0 — Mechanical
ParameterValue
Height158 mm
Width140 mm
Depth70 mm

Product details

What this MCCB delivers

It is a 4-pole unit configured for line protection — meaning it sits at the feeder or main disconnect position in a distribution panel, not on a motor branch. The interrupting ratings are substantial: 187 kA at 240 V AC, 121 kA at 415 V, 36 kA at 440 V, and 17 kA at 690 V. Operating temperature range is -25 °C to 70 °C; above 50 °C the continuous current derates from 250 A down to 223 A at 70 °C.

Dimensions: 70 mm deep, 140 mm wide, 158 mm tall. The breaker accepts a 100 % rated N-conductor (full-size neutral), so it can serve as the main disconnect in a 4-wire system without derating the neutral path.

What the TM240 release means on a real line

The TM240 designation means the thermal-magnetic trip unit is calibrated for a 250 A frame. There is no ground-fault monitoring, no phase-failure detection, and no communication function on this variant. If your application requires adjustable long-time pickup, short-time delay, or ground-fault alarm, you would need a 3VA with an electronic trip unit (ETU) — this is the fixed-setting thermal-magnetic version, which is simpler and more robust for basic feeder protection where coordination studies are already set.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I buy the 3VA1225-5GF42-0AJ0 and what is the lead time?

This part is sourced and quoted to order against an RFQ through independent distribution. Availability and current pricing are confirmed at quote time — no stock count or lead-time number is published here.

What are the key interrupting ratings for this MCCB?

187 kA at 240 V AC, 121 kA at 415 V, 36 kA at 440 V, and 17 kA at 690 V. These are the short-circuit breaking capacities at the respective voltages.

Does the 3VA1225-5GF42-0AJ0 include auxiliary contacts?

Yes, it comes with 2 auxiliary switches and 1 trip alarm switch (HP type) as standard. No additional accessory block is needed for basic status feedback.

What is the operating temperature range and derating?

Operating range is -25 °C to 70 °C. The breaker carries full 250 A up to 50 °C; at 55 °C it derates to 243.3 A, at 60 °C to 236.5 A, at 65 °C to 229 A, and at 70 °C to 223 A.

MPN
3VA1225-5GF42-0AJ0