The Siemens SENTRON 3VA2116-5KP32-0JA0 is a 3-pole molded case circuit breaker rated for 160 A continuous current at 40–70 °C without derating — the full thermal range is flat at 160 A, so no capacity fade in a hot panel. Breaking capacity hits 187 kA at 240 V, 121 kA at 415/440 V, and still holds 75.6 kA at 500 V; at 690 V it drops to 3.7 kA, which tells you this breaker is sized for 400–500 V distribution, not 690 V motor circuits. Line protection design with a built-in shunt trip (STL) and communication function — the shunt trip lets a remote signal or undervoltage relay trip the breaker independently of the overload curve, useful for emergency-off or interlock circuits.

Siemens 3VA2116-5KP32-0JA0 SENTRON MCCB, 160 A, 3-Pole, 187
Siemens SENTRON 3VA2116-5KP32-0JA0, molded case circuit breaker, 3-pole, 160 A, 187 kA at 240 V, line protection with shunt trip and communication.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Product designation | Molded case circuit breaker |
| Brand / range | SENTRON |
| Basic switch (supplied) ref. | 3VA21165KP320AA0 |
| 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 |
| 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 | No |
| Voltage trigger | Yes |
| Trip indicator | No |
| Communication function | Yes |
| Measurement function | Yes |
| Motor drive option | Yes |
| Auxiliary CO contacts | 0 |
| 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 |
Product details
Frequently asked questions
Where can I buy 3VA2116-5KP32-0JA0?
Sourced to order against an RFQ through independent distribution; availability and current pricing confirmed at quote time.
What is the breaking capacity at 415 V?
121 kA at 415 V, same as at 440 V.
Does this breaker include a shunt trip?
Yes — the auxiliary release is a shunt trip (STL), allowing remote tripping independent of the overload curve.