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Siemens 3VA2163-6JQ32-0AA0 — Molded Case Circuit Breakers (MCCB)

Siemens 3VA2163-6JQ32-0AA0 SENTRON MCCB, 63 A, 242 kA at 240

MPN3VA2163-6JQ32-0AA0
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Siemens SENTRON 3VA2 series, molded case circuit breaker, 3VA2163-6JQ32-0AA0, 3-pole, 63 A, breaking capacity 242 kA at 240 V AC, line protection version with ETU560 release.

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Specifications

3VA2163-6JQ32-0AA0 — Identification
ParameterValue
Product designationMolded case circuit breaker
Brand / rangeSENTRON
Product versionLine protection
3VA2163-6JQ32-0AA0 — Ratings
ParameterValue
Number of poles3
Current at 40 °C63 A
Current at 45 °C63 A
Current at 50 °C63 A
Current at 55 °C63 A
Current at 60 °C63 A
Current at 65 °C63 A
Current at 70 °C63 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 V3.8 kA
Power loss, max.4 W
3VA2163-6JQ32-0AA0 — Protection & Trip Unit
ParameterValue
Overcurrent release (trip unit) typeETU560
3VA2163-6JQ32-0AA0 — Construction & Connection
ParameterValue
Main circuit connection typeLug terminal
Main circuit connector arrangementFront terminal
Protection class (IP), frontIP40
3VA2163-6JQ32-0AA0 — Accessories & Functions
ParameterValue
Communication functionYes
Measurement functionNo
Motor drive optionYes
Auxiliary CO contacts0
3VA2163-6JQ32-0AA0 — Environmental
ParameterValue
Operating temperature, max.70 °C
Operating temperature, min.-40 °C
Storage temperature, max.80 °C
Storage temperature, min.-40 °C
3VA2163-6JQ32-0AA0 — Mechanical
ParameterValue
Height181 mm
Width105 mm
Depth86 mm
Height (in)7.1 in
Width (in)4.1 in
Depth (in)3.4 in

Product details

The Siemens 3VA2163-6JQ32-0AA0 is a SENTRON 3VA2 molded case circuit breaker in the line protection version, rated for 63 A continuous current across the full ambient range from 40 °C to 70 °C without derating — that means the 63 A figure holds in a warm panel, not just at 40 °C. Its ETU560 electronic trip unit supports adjustable short-time delay (tr 0.5 to 25 s, tsd up to 0.5 s) and ground-fault monitoring via summation current formation on the L-conductor, which suits it for feeder protection where coordination with downstream breakers matters. Breaking capacity reaches 242 kA at 240 V AC, 187 kA at 415 V and 440 V, 121 kA at 500 V, and 3.8 kA at 690 V — the steep drop above 500 V means this breaker is sized for 240–500 V distribution, not 690 V main incomer duty. The 3-pole frame (105 mm wide, 181 mm tall, 86 mm deep) fits standard SENTRON 3VA2 panel cutouts and busbar arrangements.

The 105 mm width matches the standard SENTRON 3VA2 mounting footprint — direct replacement for earlier 3VA2 frames without busbar rework. Communication function is present (likely via the ETU's integrated communication module or a plug-in accessory), enabling remote trip indication and power monitoring on a fieldbus network.

MPN
3VA2163-6JQ32-0AA0