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Siemens 3VA2040-8HM36-0AA0 — Molded Case Circuit Breakers (MCCB)

Siemens 3VA2040-8HM36-0AA0 SENTRON MCCB, 40A, 3-Pole, ETU330

MPN3VA2040-8HM36-0AA0
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Siemens SENTRON 3VA2040-8HM36-0AA0, molded case circuit breaker, 3-pole, 40 A, ETU330 electronic trip unit, line protection, 440 kA breaking capacity at 240 V.

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

Specifications

3VA2040-8HM36-0AA0 — Identification
ParameterValue
Product designationMolded case circuit breaker
Brand / rangeSENTRON
Product versionLine protection
3VA2040-8HM36-0AA0 — Ratings
ParameterValue
Number of poles3
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 classL
Breaking capacity at 240 V440 kA
Breaking capacity at 415 V330 kA
Breaking capacity at 440 V330 kA
Breaking capacity at 500 V220 kA
Breaking capacity at 690 V53 kA
Power loss, max.1.2 W
3VA2040-8HM36-0AA0 — Protection & Trip Unit
ParameterValue
Overcurrent release (trip unit) typeETU330
3VA2040-8HM36-0AA0 — Construction & Connection
ParameterValue
Main circuit connection typebox terminal
Main circuit connector arrangementFront terminal
Protection class (IP), frontIP40
3VA2040-8HM36-0AA0 — Accessories & Functions
ParameterValue
Communication functionNo
Measurement functionNo
Motor drive optionYes
Auxiliary CO contacts0
3VA2040-8HM36-0AA0 — Environmental
ParameterValue
Operating temperature, max.70 °C
Operating temperature, min.-40 °C
Storage temperature, max.80 °C
Storage temperature, min.-40 °C
3VA2040-8HM36-0AA0 — Mechanical
ParameterValue
Height181 mm
Width105 mm
Depth86 mm
Height (in)7.1 in
Width (in)4.1 in
Depth (in)3.4 in

Product details

Three poles, line-protection version, fitted with the ETU330 electronic trip unit. Breaking capacity hits 440 kA at 240 V, 330 kA at 415/440 V, and still holds 53 kA at 690 V, so it handles high-fault utility feeds without cascading upstream.

Trip unit and selectivity

The ETU330 electronic release gives adjustable long-time delay (tr) from 0.5 s to 17 s, letting you coordinate downstream breakers for selective tripping — critical on a distribution panel where you want the branch breaker to clear before the main.

Power loss is only 1.2 W maximum, so heat buildup in a dense cabinet is minimal. An optional motor drive can be added for remote tripping or re-closing.

Frequently asked questions

What is the breaking capacity of 3VA2040-8HM36-0AA0 at 240 V?

440 kA at 240 V, 330 kA at 415 V and 440 V, 220 kA at 500 V, and 53 kA at 690 V.

What trip unit does this MCCB use?

The ETU330 electronic trip unit with adjustable long-time delay from 0.5 s to 17 s.

Where can I buy 3VA2040-8HM36-0AA0 and how is it quoted?

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

Will 3VA2040-8HM36-0AA0 drop into a panel specified around 3VA2040-8HN42-0AA0?

Both are 3-pole SENTRON MCCBs in the same 3VA2 frame, so the mounting footprint and bus-bar centers are identical — no rewiring needed for the drop-in. The difference is in the trip unit and accessory configuration, not the mechanical fit.

MPN
3VA2040-8HM36-0AA0