The Siemens SENTRON 3VA2040-5HN32-0KG0 is a 3-pole molded case circuit breaker (MCCB) rated for 40 A continuous current across the full ambient range from 40 °C to 70 °C — no derating needed up to that ceiling. That flat thermal curve simplifies panel sizing in a warm enclosure. Interrupting capacity is the headline: 187 kA at 240 VAC, dropping to 121 kA at 415/440 V, then 75.6 kA at 500 V, and 3 kA at 690 V. At typical 480 V distribution levels this breaker handles serious fault current without cascading upstream — a key selectivity point for a main or feeder position. The basic switch inside is order code 3VA20405HN320AA0.
No adapter plate needed for a direct swap within the same family.
