Integrator's spec recap — 3VA2163-6HN36-0JL0
The Siemens SENTRON 3VA2163-6HN36-0JL0 is a 3-pole molded case circuit breaker (MCCB) rated for 63 A continuous current across the full -25 °C to 70 °C operating range — no derating needed up to 70 °C ambient. Breaking 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. That SCCR headroom covers most industrial distribution panels without cascading upstream. Designed for line protection (not motor or feeder), this variant ships with a shunt trip release (STL) and a full auxiliary switch complement: 2 auxiliary switches + 1 trip alarm switch + 1 electrical alarm switch HQ. No undervoltage release, no ground-fault monitoring, no communication function — this is a straightforward overcurrent and short-circuit protector with remote trip capability. Dimensions are 86 mm depth × 105 mm width × 181 mm height. The supplied basic switch is order code 3VA2163-6HN36-0AA0; the -0JL0 suffix adds the shunt trip and auxiliary switch configuration.
Sourcing & lifecycle — current production, quoted to order
Power loss is 4 W maximum. Storage temperature range -40 °C to 80 °C exceeds the operating window — relevant for warehousing and transport, not running conditions.
Panel integration — footprint and wiring
At 86 mm deep × 105 mm wide × 181 mm tall, this MCCB fits standard SENTRON 3VA panel cutouts. The 3-pole design with shunt trip requires a control circuit for the STL coil — verify polarity and voltage before energizing. Auxiliary switches share the same terminal block; the trip alarm and electrical alarm switches provide status feedback to a PLC or annunciator. No communication module on board — this is a hardwired breaker. The trip indicator gives local visual status; remote indication relies on the auxiliary switch wiring.