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Siemens 3VA2040-5HN42-0AA0 — Molded Case Circuit Breakers (MCCB)

Siemens 3VA2040-5HN42-0AA0 SENTRON MCCB, 40 A, 4-Pole, 187 k

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Siemens SENTRON 3VA2040-5HN42-0AA0, molded case circuit breaker, 4-pole, 40 A continuous, ETU350 release, interrupting 187 kA at 240 V.

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Specifications

3VA2040-5HN42-0AA0 — Identification
ParameterValue
Product designationMolded case circuit breaker
Brand / rangeSENTRON
3VA2040-5HN42-0AA0 — Ratings
ParameterValue
Number of poles4
Rated operational voltage Ue (AC)690 V
Rated insulation voltage Ui800 V
Current at 40 °C40 A
Current at 45 °C40 A
Current at 50 °C40 A
Current at 55 °C40 A
Current at 60 °C40 A
Current at 65 °C40 A
Current at 70 °C40 A
Switching capacity classM
Breaking capacity at 240 V187 kA
Breaking capacity at 415 V121 kA
Breaking capacity at 440 V121 kA
Breaking capacity at 500 V75.6 kA
Breaking capacity at 690 V3 kA
Power loss, max.2.2 W
3VA2040-5HN42-0AA0 — Protection & Trip Unit
ParameterValue
Overcurrent release (trip unit) typeETU350
Overcurrent protection functionLSI
Ground-fault monitoringWithout
Grounding protection functionNo
3VA2040-5HN42-0AA0 — Construction & Connection
ParameterValue
Main circuit connection typeon both sides nut keeper kit
Main circuit connector arrangementFront terminal
Protection class (IP), frontIP40
3VA2040-5HN42-0AA0 — Accessories & Functions
ParameterValue
Undervoltage releaseNo
Voltage triggerNo
Trip indicatorNo
Communication functionNo
Measurement functionNo
Motor drive optionYes
Auxiliary CO contacts0
3VA2040-5HN42-0AA0 — Environmental
ParameterValue
Operating temperature, max.70 °C
Operating temperature, min.-25 °C
Storage temperature, max.80 °C
Storage temperature, min.-40 °C
3VA2040-5HN42-0AA0 — Mechanical
ParameterValue
Mechanical service life (operating cycles), typ.25 000
Height181 mm
Width140 mm
Depth86 mm
Height (in)7.13 in
Width (in)5.51 in
Depth (in)3.39 in

Product details

The Siemens SENTRON 3VA2040-5HN42-0AA0 is a 4-pole molded case circuit breaker (MCCB) rated for 40 A continuous current across the full ambient range of 40 °C to 70 °C — no derating needed up to that ceiling.

This MCCB interrupts 187 kA at 240 V, 121 kA at 415 V and 440 V, 75.6 kA at 500 V, and 3 kA at 690 V. The 187 kA figure at 240 V tells you it can handle a bolted fault on a large transformer secondary without the breaker failing — that's the kind of SCCR you need for a main breaker in a 480 V / 277 V panel fed by a 1000 kVA transformer. The drop to 3 kA at 690 V is typical for a 40 A frame; at that voltage the arc energy is higher, so the interrupting limit drops. For most industrial distribution at 480 V, the 121 kA rating gives you plenty of headroom.

It's a panel-mount MCCB — no DIN-rail clip, so plan for screw-mounting on a backplate or in a distribution cabinet. The 4-pole design handles three-phase plus neutral, common for 480Y/277 V or 208Y/120 V systems where you need to switch the neutral.

Frequently asked questions

What is the interrupting capacity of this MCCB at 240 V?

It interrupts 187 kA at 240 V, 121 kA at 415 V and 440 V, 75.6 kA at 500 V, and 3 kA at 690 V.

Where can I buy 3VA2040-5HN42-0AA0?

Sourced to order against an RFQ through independent distribution. Availability and current pricing confirmed at quote time.

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