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Siemens 3VA2040-6JQ32-0AA0 — Molded Case Circuit Breakers (MCCB)

Siemens 3VA2040-6JQ32-0AA0 SENTRON MCCB, 40 A, 242 kA at 240

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Siemens SENTRON 3VA2040-6JQ32-0AA0, molded case circuit breaker, 3-pole, 40 A continuous, 242 kA breaking at 240 V, line protection, with communication function.

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Independent China distributor & sourcing agent· Listing updated Sep 2026

Specifications

3VA2040-6JQ32-0AA0 — Identification
ParameterValue
Product designationMolded case circuit breaker
Brand / rangeSENTRON
3VA2040-6JQ32-0AA0 — Ratings
ParameterValue
Number of poles3
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 classH
Breaking capacity at 240 V242 kA
Breaking capacity at 415 V187 kA
Breaking capacity at 440 V187 kA
Breaking capacity at 500 V121 kA
Breaking capacity at 690 V3 kA
Power loss, max.2.2 W
3VA2040-6JQ32-0AA0 — Protection & Trip Unit
ParameterValue
Overcurrent release (trip unit) typeETU560
Overcurrent protection functionLSIG
Ground-fault monitoringSummation current formation L-conductor
Grounding protection functionYes
3VA2040-6JQ32-0AA0 — Construction & Connection
ParameterValue
Main circuit connection typeon both sides nut keeper kit
Main circuit connector arrangementFront terminal
Protection class (IP), frontIP40
3VA2040-6JQ32-0AA0 — Accessories & Functions
ParameterValue
Undervoltage releaseNo
Voltage triggerNo
Trip indicatorNo
Communication functionYes
Measurement functionNo
Motor drive optionYes
Auxiliary CO contacts0
3VA2040-6JQ32-0AA0 — Environmental
ParameterValue
Operating temperature, max.70 °C
Operating temperature, min.-25 °C
Storage temperature, max.80 °C
Storage temperature, min.-40 °C
3VA2040-6JQ32-0AA0 — Mechanical
ParameterValue
Mechanical service life (operating cycles), typ.25 000
Height181 mm
Width105 mm
Depth86 mm
Height (in)7.13 in
Width (in)4.13 in
Depth (in)3.39 in

Product details

It's a 3-pole unit rated for 40 A continuous current with a breaking capacity of 242 kA at 240 V — that's the short-circuit current it can safely interrupt without welding contacts or venting plasma into the enclosure. At 415 V it still holds 187 kA, and at 690 V it drops to 3 kA, so the voltage class of your system determines which fault rating applies. The continuous rating holds flat from 40 °C through 70 °C (–), meaning no derating curve to chase in a warm panel — it's a 40 A breaker at any ambient you'd normally see.

Sizing and coordination

The adjustable thermal-magnetic trip range runs from 60 A minimum to 480 A maximum — that's the long-time pickup band, not the continuous rating. The continuous rating is fixed at 40 A, so this breaker protects a 40 A feeder; the adjustable range governs the magnetic instantaneous trip threshold. For selectivity with downstream breakers, the 242 kA SCCR at 240 V gives headroom for high-fault utility feeds. Rated insulation voltage is 800 V, so it's suitable for 480/277 V or 600 V systems with margin.

Dimensions are 105 mm wide, 181 mm high, 86 mm deep (–). Communication function is built in, so it can report status or trip events to a higher-level system without an add-on module.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I buy 3VA2040-6JQ32-0AA0 and how is it quoted?

It is sourced and quoted to order against an RFQ through independent distribution. Availability and current pricing are confirmed at quote time.

What is the breaking capacity of 3VA2040-6JQ32-0AA0 at different voltages?

At 240 V it breaks 242 kA, at 415 V and 440 V it breaks 187 kA, at 500 V it breaks 121 kA, and at 690 V it breaks 3 kA.

MPN
3VA2040-6JQ32-0AA0