Siemens SENTRON 3VA2116-5HL32-0AC0 MCCB, 160 A, 3-Pole, 187

Name: 3VA2116-5HL32-0AC0
Brand: Siemens
SKU: 3VA2116-5HL32-0AC0
Availability: LimitedAvailability
Author: Commissioning Cal

Specifications

Identification

3VA2116-5HL32-0AC0 — Identification
Parameter	Value
Product designation	Molded case circuit breaker
Brand / range	SENTRON
Basic switch (supplied) ref.	3VA21165HL320AA0
Integrated auxiliary / alarm switch ref.	3VA9988-0AA12

Ratings

3VA2116-5HL32-0AC0 — Ratings
Parameter	Value
Number of poles	3
Rated operational voltage Ue (AC)	690 V
Rated insulation voltage Ui	800 V
Current at 40 °C	160 A
Current at 45 °C	160 A
Current at 50 °C	160 A
Current at 55 °C	160 A
Current at 60 °C	160 A
Current at 65 °C	160 A
Current at 70 °C	160 A
Switching capacity class	M
Breaking capacity at 240 V	187 kA
Breaking capacity at 415 V	121 kA
Breaking capacity at 440 V	121 kA
Breaking capacity at 500 V	75.6 kA
Breaking capacity at 690 V	3.7 kA
Power loss, max.	25.5 W

Protection & Trip Unit

3VA2116-5HL32-0AC0 — Protection & Trip Unit
Parameter	Value
Overcurrent release (trip unit) type	ETU320
Overcurrent protection function	LI
Ground-fault monitoring	Without
Grounding protection function	No

Construction & Connection

3VA2116-5HL32-0AC0 — Construction & Connection
Parameter	Value
Main circuit connection type	on both sides nut keeper kit
Main circuit connector arrangement	Front terminal
Protection class (IP), front	IP40

Accessories & Functions

3VA2116-5HL32-0AC0 — Accessories & Functions
Parameter	Value
Undervoltage release	No
Voltage trigger	No
Trip indicator	No
Communication function	No
Measurement function	No
Motor drive option	Yes
Auxiliary CO contacts	2

Environmental

3VA2116-5HL32-0AC0 — Environmental
Parameter	Value
Operating temperature, max.	70 °C
Operating temperature, min.	-25 °C
Storage temperature, max.	80 °C
Storage temperature, min.	-40 °C

Mechanical

3VA2116-5HL32-0AC0 — Mechanical
Parameter	Value
Mechanical service life (operating cycles), typ.	25 000
Height	181 mm
Width	105 mm
Depth	86 mm
Height (in)	7.13 in
Width (in)	4.13 in
Depth (in)	3.39 in

Product details

MCCB for line protection with high interrupting capacity

The Siemens SENTRON 3VA2116-5HL32-0AC0 is a 3-pole molded case circuit breaker (MCCB) rated for 160 A continuous current, designed for line protection in distribution panels. Its interrupting capacity hits 187 kA at 240 V and 121 kA at 415 V — enough to handle high-fault scenarios without cascading upstream. The 800 V rated insulation voltage gives headroom for 480 V or 600 V class systems. Dimensions are 181 mm high, 105 mm wide, 86 mm deep — fits standard MCCB panel cutouts. Comes with 2 auxiliary switches HQ for status feedback to a PLC or indicator lamp.

Current rating holds across temperature range

Unlike many MCCBs that derate above 40 °C, this unit holds its 160 A rating all the way to 70 °C ambient (–). That means no oversizing needed for a hot panel — useful in a crowded enclosure or near a heat source. Power loss at full load is 25.5 W, manageable for thermal budgeting.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I buy 3VA2116-5HL32-0AC0 and how do I get a price?

This part is sourced and quoted to order against an RFQ through independent distribution. Availability and current pricing are confirmed at quote time — submit an RFQ for a firm price and lead time.

What is 3VA2116-5HL32-0AC0's listed depth (86 mm) on this component line?

The listed depth is 86 mm (3.39 in), width 105 mm (4.13 in), height 181 mm (7.13 in) — fits standard MCCB panel cutouts.

What is 3VA2116-5HL32-0AC0's interrupting capacity at 240 V?

At 240 V the interrupting capacity is 187 kA; at 415 V and 440 V it's 121 kA, at 500 V it's 75.6 kA, and at 690 V it's 3.7 kA.