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Siemens 3VA2116-6JQ42-0AA0 — Molded Case Circuit Breakers (MCCB)

Siemens 3VA2116-6JQ42-0AA0 SENTRON MCCB, 160 A, 4P, 242 kA a

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Siemens SENTRON, molded case circuit breaker, 3VA2116-6JQ42-0AA0, 4-pole, 160 A continuous, 242 kA at 240 V, line protection.

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Specifications

3VA2116-6JQ42-0AA0 — Identification
ParameterValue
Product designationMolded case circuit breaker
Brand / rangeSENTRON
3VA2116-6JQ42-0AA0 — Ratings
ParameterValue
Number of poles4
Rated operational voltage Ue (AC)690 V
Rated insulation voltage Ui800 V
Current at 40 °C160 A
Current at 45 °C160 A
Current at 50 °C160 A
Current at 55 °C160 A
Current at 60 °C160 A
Current at 65 °C160 A
Current at 70 °C160 A
Switching capacity classH
Breaking capacity at 240 V242 kA
Breaking capacity at 415 V187 kA
Breaking capacity at 440 V187 kA
Breaking capacity at 500 V121 kA
Breaking capacity at 690 V3.7 kA
Power loss, max.25.5 W
3VA2116-6JQ42-0AA0 — Protection & Trip Unit
ParameterValue
Overcurrent release (trip unit) typeETU560
Overcurrent protection functionLSIG
Ground-fault monitoringSummation current formation L + N conductor
Grounding protection functionYes
3VA2116-6JQ42-0AA0 — Construction & Connection
ParameterValue
Main circuit connection typeon both sides nut keeper kit
Main circuit connector arrangementFront terminal
Protection class (IP), frontIP40
3VA2116-6JQ42-0AA0 — Accessories & Functions
ParameterValue
Undervoltage releaseNo
Voltage triggerNo
Trip indicatorNo
Communication functionYes
Measurement functionNo
Motor drive optionYes
Auxiliary CO contacts0
3VA2116-6JQ42-0AA0 — Environmental
ParameterValue
Operating temperature, max.70 °C
Operating temperature, min.-25 °C
Storage temperature, max.80 °C
Storage temperature, min.-40 °C
3VA2116-6JQ42-0AA0 — 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

At 240 V it interrupts 242 kA — that is the full available fault current a utility transformer can deliver at the service entrance, so this breaker goes upstream in a main or tie position where you need the highest interrupting rating. At 415 V the rating drops to 187 kA; at 500 V it holds 121 kA; at 690 V it still clears 3.7 kA, which covers most motor-circuit faults on that voltage class. That means no derating curve to calculate for a warm panel — the breaker delivers its nameplate 160 A even at 70 °C ambient.

The 140 mm width (5.51 in) is a standard 4-pole MCCB pitch — it occupies four 35 mm DIN-rail module spaces. Depth of 86 mm (3.39 in) leaves clearance behind a 200 mm deep enclosure door.

Ground-fault monitoring and communication

This variant includes ground-fault monitoring via summation current formation on L+N conductors — it detects residual current by summing phase and neutral, so it works on 4-wire systems without a separate core-balance CT. Communication function is built in, enabling integration with higher-level monitoring or BMS systems.

Frequently asked questions

What is the interrupting capacity of 3VA2116-6JQ42-0AA0 at 240 V?

At 240 V the breaker interrupts 242 kA. At 415 V it is rated 187 kA, at 500 V it is 121 kA, and at 690 V it clears 3.7 kA.

Where can I buy 3VA2116-6JQ42-0AA0?

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

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