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Siemens 3VA2040-8JQ42-0AA0 — Molded Case Circuit Breakers (MCCB)

Siemens SENTRON 3VA2040-8JQ42-0AA0 MCCB, 40 A, 4-pole, 480 A

MPN3VA2040-8JQ42-0AA0
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Siemens SENTRON molded case circuit breaker, 3VA2040-8JQ42-0AA0, 40 A rated continuous, 4-pole, line protection, adjustable thermal-magnetic trip 60–480 A, 440 kA breaking at 240 V.

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

Specifications

3VA2040-8JQ42-0AA0 — Identification
ParameterValue
Product designationMolded case circuit breaker
Brand / rangeSENTRON
3VA2040-8JQ42-0AA0 — 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 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 V52.5 kA
Power loss, max.1.2 W
3VA2040-8JQ42-0AA0 — Protection & Trip Unit
ParameterValue
Overcurrent release (trip unit) typeETU560
Overcurrent protection functionLSIG
Ground-fault monitoringSummation current formation L + N conductor
Grounding protection functionYes
3VA2040-8JQ42-0AA0 — Construction & Connection
ParameterValue
Main circuit connection typeon both sides nut keeper kit
Main circuit connector arrangementFront terminal
Protection class (IP), frontIP40
3VA2040-8JQ42-0AA0 — Accessories & Functions
ParameterValue
Undervoltage releaseNo
Voltage triggerNo
Trip indicatorNo
Communication functionYes
Measurement functionNo
Motor drive optionYes
Auxiliary CO contacts0
3VA2040-8JQ42-0AA0 — Environmental
ParameterValue
Operating temperature, max.70 °C
Operating temperature, min.-25 °C
Storage temperature, max.80 °C
Storage temperature, min.-40 °C
3VA2040-8JQ42-0AA0 — 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

It carries a 60–480 A adjustable thermal-magnetic trip range, so it can be set to match the downstream load without swapping the breaker body — useful when the same physical unit needs to cover multiple branch sizes across a line. Breaking capacity reaches 440 kA at 240 V AC, 330 kA at 415/440 V, 220 kA at 500 V, and 52.5 kA at 690 V — figures that cover most industrial service-entrance and feeder applications. A built-in communication function and summation ground-fault monitoring (L+N conductor) make this breaker suitable for networked power distribution where remote trip indication or leakage detection is needed. No undervoltage release or voltage-trigger accessory is included on this variant.

The 140 mm width means it occupies four standard 35 mm DIN-rail module slots — confirm backpanel space if replacing an existing 3-pole breaker that left room for a neutral link. Rated current holds at 40 A across the full 40–70 °C band without derating — no need to upsize for a warm cabinet.

Frequently asked questions

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

440 kA at 240 V AC, with lower values at higher voltages: 330 kA at 415/440 V, 220 kA at 500 V, and 52.5 kA at 690 V.

Does the 3VA2040-8JQ42-0AA0 include ground-fault protection?

Yes, it has summation current ground-fault monitoring on the L+N conductor, but no undervoltage release or voltage-trigger accessory on this variant.

Where can I buy the 3VA2040-8JQ42-0AA0?

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

MPN
3VA2040-8JQ42-0AA0