Siemens SENTRON molded case circuit breaker, 3VA2163-7MS36-0AF0, 3-pole, 63 A rated, 242 kA at 415 V, starter protection design with 1 auxiliary + 1 trip alarm switch.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Product designation | Molded case circuit breaker |
| Brand / range | SENTRON |
| Basic switch (supplied) ref. | 3VA2163-7MS36-0AA0 |
| Integrated auxiliary / alarm switch ref. | 3VA9988-0AB12 |
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Number of poles | 3 |
| Rated operational voltage Ue (AC) | 690 V |
| Rated insulation voltage Ui | 800 V |
| Current at 40 °C | 63 A |
| Current at 45 °C | 63 A |
| Current at 50 °C | 63 A |
| Current at 55 °C | 63 A |
| Current at 60 °C | 63 A |
| Current at 65 °C | 63 A |
| Current at 70 °C | 63 A |
| Switching capacity class | C |
| Breaking capacity at 240 V | 330 kA |
| Breaking capacity at 415 V | 242 kA |
| Breaking capacity at 440 V | 242 kA |
| Breaking capacity at 500 V | 187 kA |
| Breaking capacity at 690 V | 3.7 kA |
| Power loss, max. | 4 W |
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Overcurrent release (trip unit) type | ETU310M |
| Overcurrent protection function | I |
| Ground-fault monitoring | Without |
| Grounding protection function | No |
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Main circuit connection type | double-sided box terminal |
| Main circuit connector arrangement | Front terminal |
| Protection class (IP), front | IP40 |
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Undervoltage release | No |
| Voltage trigger | No |
| Trip indicator | Yes |
| Communication function | No |
| Measurement function | No |
| Motor drive option | Yes |
| Auxiliary CO contacts | 2 |
| 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 |
The Siemens SENTRON 3VA2163-7MS36-0AF0 is a 3-pole molded case circuit breaker (MCCB) designed for starter protection, carrying a full-load current rating of 63 A across the entire 40 °C to 70 °C ambient range — no derating needed at elevated panel temperatures.
The 3VA2163-7MS36-0AF0 delivers 330 kA at 240 V, 242 kA at 415 V and 440 V, 187 kA at 500 V, and 3.7 kA at 690 V.
The interrupting rating is 242 kA at 415 V, covering most industrial service-entrance and distribution applications at that voltage level.
This part is quoted to order against an RFQ through independent distribution; availability and current pricing are confirmed at quote time.
It ships with 1 auxiliary switch and 1 trip alarm switch HQ, providing both a normal position signal and a separate fault-indicating contact.
Alternative models and sibling configurations in the same Siemens series. For obsolete or discontinued parts, these models can serve as compatible replacements or functional alternatives for plant maintenance.
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