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Siemens 3VA2140-6KQ42-0AA0 — Molded Case Circuit Breakers (MCCB)

Siemens 3VA2140-6KQ42-0AA0 SENTRON MCCB, 40 A, 4-Pole, 242 k

MPN3VA2140-6KQ42-0AA0
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Siemens SENTRON 3VA2, molded case circuit breaker, 40 A, 4-pole, line protection, 242 kA at 240 V, 86 mm depth, 140 mm width, 181 mm height.

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

Specifications

3VA2140-6KQ42-0AA0 — Identification
ParameterValue
Product designationMolded case circuit breaker
Brand / rangeSENTRON
3VA2140-6KQ42-0AA0 — 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 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.1.6 W
3VA2140-6KQ42-0AA0 — Protection & Trip Unit
ParameterValue
Overcurrent release (trip unit) typeETU860
Overcurrent protection functionLSIG
Ground-fault monitoringSummation current formation L + N conductor
Grounding protection functionYes
3VA2140-6KQ42-0AA0 — Construction & Connection
ParameterValue
Main circuit connection typeon both sides nut keeper kit
Main circuit connector arrangementFront terminal
Protection class (IP), frontIP40
3VA2140-6KQ42-0AA0 — Accessories & Functions
ParameterValue
Undervoltage releaseNo
Voltage triggerNo
Trip indicatorNo
Communication functionYes
Measurement functionYes
Motor drive optionYes
Auxiliary CO contacts0
3VA2140-6KQ42-0AA0 — Environmental
ParameterValue
Operating temperature, max.70 °C
Operating temperature, min.-25 °C
Storage temperature, max.80 °C
Storage temperature, min.-40 °C
3VA2140-6KQ42-0AA0 — 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

What this MCCB does on the line

The Siemens 3VA2140-6KQ42-0AA0 is a SENTRON molded case circuit breaker (MCCB) sized for line protection in a 4-pole configuration, rated for a continuous current of 40 A across the full ambient range from 40 °C to 70 °C — no derating needed up to that ceiling. Its interrupting capacity hits 242 kA at 240 V, dropping to 187 kA at 415 V and 440 V, then 121 kA at 500 V, and 3.7 kA at 690 V, which covers most industrial distribution panels where high fault current is a concern. This is a current-production part, so it's still a standard BOM line item, not a scavenger hunt.

The 140 mm width across four poles is standard for a 4-pole MCCB this size — fits the usual DIN-rail or panel-mount footprint in a SENTRON distribution board. The communication function (yes) means it can talk to a higher-level monitoring system, useful for a plant that tracks breaker status or load profiles. Ground-fault monitoring uses summation current formation on L + N, so it catches leakage without a separate GFCI module.

Frequently asked questions

What is the breaking capacity of 3VA2140-6KQ42-0AA0 at different voltages?

It interrupts 242 kA at 240 V, 187 kA at 415 V and 440 V, 121 kA at 500 V, and 3.7 kA at 690 V.

Where can I buy 3VA2140-6KQ42-0AA0?

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

MPN
3VA2140-6KQ42-0AA0