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Siemens 3VA2216-8HL42-0AA0 — Molded Case Circuit Breakers (MCCB)

Siemens 3VA2216-8HL42-0AA0 SENTRON MCCB, 160 A, 4-Pole, ETU3

MPN3VA2216-8HL42-0AA0
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Siemens SENTRON 3VA molded case circuit breaker, 3VA2216-8HL42-0AA0, 4-pole, 160 A, ETU320 electronic trip unit, line protection version.

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Specifications

3VA2216-8HL42-0AA0 — Identification
ParameterValue
Product designationMolded case circuit breaker
Brand / rangeSENTRON
Product versionLine protection
3VA2216-8HL42-0AA0 — Ratings
ParameterValue
Number of poles4
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 classL
Breaking capacity at 240 V440 kA
Breaking capacity at 415 V330 kA
Breaking capacity at 440 V330 kA
Breaking capacity at 500 V220 kA
Breaking capacity at 690 V53 kA
Power loss, max.19.7 W
3VA2216-8HL42-0AA0 — Protection & Trip Unit
ParameterValue
Overcurrent release (trip unit) typeETU320
3VA2216-8HL42-0AA0 — Construction & Connection
ParameterValue
Main circuit connection typeLug terminal
Main circuit connector arrangementFront terminal
Protection class (IP), frontIP40
3VA2216-8HL42-0AA0 — Accessories & Functions
ParameterValue
Communication functionNo
Measurement functionNo
Motor drive optionYes
Auxiliary CO contacts0
3VA2216-8HL42-0AA0 — Environmental
ParameterValue
Operating temperature, max.70 °C
Operating temperature, min.-40 °C
Storage temperature, max.80 °C
Storage temperature, min.-40 °C
3VA2216-8HL42-0AA0 — Mechanical
ParameterValue
Height181 mm
Width140 mm
Depth86 mm
Height (in)7.1 in
Width (in)5.5 in
Depth (in)3.4 in

Product details

The Siemens SENTRON 3VA2216-8HL42-0AA0 is a 4-pole molded case circuit breaker (MCCB) rated for 160 A continuous current across the full operating temperature range from -40 °C to 70 °C — no derating needed up to the 70 °C ceiling. Breaking capacity hits 440 kA at 240 V, 330 kA at 415 V and 440 V, 220 kA at 500 V, and 53 kA at 690 V — numbers that put this squarely in the high-fault category for industrial switchboards and transformer secondaries where available fault current is serious. The ETU320 electronic trip unit handles the overcurrent release, with adjustable long-time delay (tr) from 0.5 to 17 seconds, and the N-conductor protection can be set to OFF, 50%, or 100% of the phase current.

The 140 mm width for a 4-pole frame is standard for this class; it'll occupy four 35 mm DIN spaces if mounted on a rail, though the SENTRON 3VA series typically bolts to a mounting plate in switchboard builds.

Frequently asked questions

What is the breaking capacity of this MCCB at 240 V?

440 kA at 240 V. It also delivers 330 kA at 415 V and 440 V, 220 kA at 500 V, and 53 kA at 690 V.

How do I get pricing and availability for this breaker?

Submit an RFQ through this listing. We source and quote to order; current pricing and stock status are confirmed at quote time.

Will 3VA2216-8HL42-0AA0 drop into a panel built for 3VA2216-8JP42-0AA0?

Both share the same 4-pole frame and 160 A rating, so the mechanical footprint and bus connections are identical. The difference is in the trip unit — the -8HL42-0AA0 carries an ETU320 electronic trip, while the -8JP42-0AA0 uses a different release. Panel cutouts and mounting holes match; verify the trip curve coordination before swapping.

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3VA2216-8HL42-0AA0