Siemens SENTRON 3VA2116-5KP32-0CH0, molded case circuit breaker, 3-pole, 160 A continuous, 187 kA at 240 V, line protection with undervoltage release and communication function.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Product designation | Molded case circuit breaker |
| Brand / range | SENTRON |
| Basic switch (supplied) ref. | 3VA21165KP320AA0 |
| Integrated auxiliary / alarm switch ref. | 3VA9988-0AB12 |
| 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. | 28 W |
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Overcurrent release (trip unit) type | ETU850 |
| Overcurrent protection function | LSI |
| Ground-fault monitoring | Without |
| Grounding protection function | No |
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Main circuit connection type | on both sides nut keeper kit |
| Main circuit connector arrangement | Front terminal |
| Protection class (IP), front | IP40 |
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Undervoltage release | Yes |
| Voltage trigger | No |
| Trip indicator | Yes |
| Communication function | Yes |
| Measurement function | Yes |
| Motor drive option | Yes |
| Auxiliary CO contacts | 3 |
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating temperature, max. | 70 °C |
| Operating temperature, min. | -25 °C |
| Storage temperature, max. | 80 °C |
| Storage temperature, min. | -40 °C |
| 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 |
Its 187 kA interrupting capacity at 240 V means it clears high-fault bolted shorts on a 240 V distribution bus without cascading upstream; at 415 V and 440 V it still holds 121 kA, and at 690 V it drops to 3.7 kA, so verify the available fault current at your service voltage.
The integrated communication function allows connection to a higher-level control system for remote monitoring and trip data, which is useful for tracking fault events on a molding line without walking the panel.
At 240 V it interrupts 187 kA; at 415 V and 440 V it handles 121 kA, and at 500 V it is rated for 75.6 kA.
This part is sourced and quoted to order against an RFQ through independent distribution; availability and current pricing are confirmed at quote time.
The evidence does not list specific compliance documents, but as a current-production SENTRON breaker it typically carries UL, CSA, CE, and IEC certifications — confirm the exact documentation set with your quote request.
Alternative models and sibling configurations in the same Siemens series. For obsolete or discontinued parts, these models can serve as compatible replacements or functional alternatives for plant maintenance.
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