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Siemens 3VA2340-4HL42-0AA0 — Molded Case Circuit Breakers (MCCB)

Siemens 3VA2340-4HL42-0AA0 SENTRON MCCB, 400 A, 4-Pole, ETU3

MPN3VA2340-4HL42-0AA0

Siemens SENTRON 3VA2 series, molded case circuit breaker, 400 A, 4-pole, ETU320 electronic trip unit, line protection version.

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

Specifications

3VA2340-4HL42-0AA0 — Identification
ParameterValue
Product designationMolded case circuit breaker
Brand / rangeSENTRON
Product versionLine protection
3VA2340-4HL42-0AA0 — Ratings
ParameterValue
Number of poles4
Current at 40 °C400 A
Current at 45 °C400 A
Current at 50 °C400 A
Current at 55 °C385 A
Current at 60 °C370 A
Current at 65 °C355 A
Current at 70 °C340 A
Switching capacity classS
Breaking capacity at 240 V121 kA
Breaking capacity at 415 V75.6 kA
Breaking capacity at 440 V75.6 kA
Breaking capacity at 500 V52.5 kA
Breaking capacity at 690 V7.5 kA
Power loss, max.96 W
3VA2340-4HL42-0AA0 — Protection & Trip Unit
ParameterValue
Overcurrent release (trip unit) typeETU320
Overcurrent protection functionLI
Ground-fault monitoringWithout
3VA2340-4HL42-0AA0 — Construction & Connection
ParameterValue
Main circuit connection typeon both sides nut keeper kit
Main circuit connector arrangementFront terminal
Protection class (IP), frontIP40
3VA2340-4HL42-0AA0 — Accessories & Functions
ParameterValue
Undervoltage releaseNo
Voltage triggerNo
Trip indicatorNo
Communication functionNo
Measurement functionNo
Motor drive optionYes
Auxiliary CO contacts0
3VA2340-4HL42-0AA0 — Environmental
ParameterValue
Operating temperature, max.70 °C
Operating temperature, min.-25 °C
Storage temperature, max.80 °C
Storage temperature, min.-40 °C
3VA2340-4HL42-0AA0 — Mechanical
ParameterValue
Height248 mm
Width184 mm
Depth110 mm
Height (in)9.76 in
Width (in)7.24 in
Depth (in)4.33 in

Product details

The Siemens 3VA2340-4HL42-0AA0 is a SENTRON 3VA2 molded case circuit breaker (MCCB) rated for 400 A continuous current across a 40 °C to 50 °C ambient range, with the same 400 A rating holding at those temperatures. The interrupting ratings span from 121 kA at 240 V down to 7.5 kA at 690 V, so this breaker handles high-fault-capacity distribution panels without cascading upstream.

The 400 A rating derates above 50 °C: 385 A at 55 °C, 370 A at 60 °C, 355 A at 65 °C, and 340 A at 70 °C. The ETU320 release supports adjustable N-conductor protection: OFF, 50 %, or 100 % of the phase current. That matters for 4-wire distribution where the neutral may carry harmonics or unbalanced return current. Maximum power loss is 96 W — account for that in the panel's thermal budget if the breaker is enclosed with other heat sources.

Dimensions: 248 mm height, 184 mm width, 110 mm depth. The 110 mm depth is the body depth — verify clearance for the front rotary handle and cable lugs in your enclosure. Front-side IP40 protection means it's dust-protected but not sealed against water — suitable for indoor panel mounting, not washdown areas. That covers most unheated electrical rooms and outdoor enclosures in temperate climates.

MPN
3VA2340-4HL42-0AA0