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Siemens 3VA2340-5HL42-0AE0 — Molded Case Circuit Breakers (MCCB)

Siemens SENTRON 3VA2340-5HL42-0AE0 MCCB, 400 A, 4-Pole

MPN3VA2340-5HL42-0AE0

Siemens SENTRON molded case circuit breaker, 3VA2340-5HL42-0AE0, 400 A continuous, 4-pole, line protection design, 110 x 184 x 248 mm.

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Specifications

3VA2340-5HL42-0AE0 — Identification
ParameterValue
Product designationMolded case circuit breaker
Brand / rangeSENTRON
Basic switch (supplied) ref.3VA2340-5HL42-0AA0
Integrated auxiliary / alarm switch ref.3VA9988-0AA12
3VA2340-5HL42-0AE0 — Ratings
ParameterValue
Number of poles4
Rated operational voltage Ue (AC)690 V
Rated insulation voltage Ui800 V
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 classM
Breaking capacity at 240 V187 kA
Breaking capacity at 415 V121 kA
Breaking capacity at 440 V121 kA
Breaking capacity at 500 V75.6 kA
Breaking capacity at 690 V7.5 kA
Power loss, max.96 W
3VA2340-5HL42-0AE0 — Protection & Trip Unit
ParameterValue
Overcurrent release (trip unit) typeETU320
Overcurrent protection functionLI
Ground-fault monitoringWithout
Grounding protection functionNo
3VA2340-5HL42-0AE0 — Construction & Connection
ParameterValue
Main circuit connection typeon both sides nut keeper kit
Main circuit connector arrangementFront terminal
Protection class (IP), frontIP40
3VA2340-5HL42-0AE0 — Accessories & Functions
ParameterValue
Undervoltage releaseNo
Voltage triggerNo
Trip indicatorNo
Communication functionNo
Measurement functionNo
Motor drive optionYes
Auxiliary CO contacts4
3VA2340-5HL42-0AE0 — Environmental
ParameterValue
Operating temperature, max.70 °C
Operating temperature, min.-25 °C
Storage temperature, max.80 °C
Storage temperature, min.-40 °C
3VA2340-5HL42-0AE0 — Mechanical
ParameterValue
Mechanical service life (operating cycles), typ.20 000
Height248 mm
Width184 mm
Depth110 mm
Height (in)9.76 in
Width (in)7.24 in
Depth (in)4.33 in

Product details

It ships with the basic switch variant 3VA2340-5HL42-0AA0 and includes 4 auxiliary switches (HQ type) factory-installed — no separate accessory order needed for basic status feedback.

Interrupting capacity and thermal derating — the real selection numbers

The interrupting ratings span from 187 kA at 240 V down to 7.5 kA at 690 V, with 121 kA at both 415 V and 440 V. For a 400 V panel feeding a motor control center, the 121 kA SCCR at 415 V gives substantial headroom above typical 50–65 kA available fault currents. The 690 V figure of 7.5 kA is the weak point — verify your system's bolted-fault calculation if the breaker sits on a 690 V bus. Thermal derating is flat at 400 A from 40 °C through 50 °C, then steps down: 385 A at 55 °C, 370 A at 60 °C, 355 A at 65 °C, and 340 A at 70 °C.

Dimensions are 110 mm depth, 184 mm width, 248 mm height. The 184 mm width across 4 poles means it occupies roughly 46 mm per pole — standard for a 400 A frame MCCB. Mounting is via the rear panel or DIN-rail adapter (not included in this variant).

The storage minimum of -40 °C matters for cold-weather warehousing or unheated site containers — the breaker can sit through a northern winter without damage. No trip indicator, voltage trigger, or communication function is present on this order code; it is a pure electromechanical thermal-magnetic or electronic-trip MCCB (the evidence does not specify trip type, but the line-protection designation and absence of communication point to a standard thermal-magnetic or basic electronic trip unit).

Frequently asked questions

Who supplies 3VA2340-5HL42-0AE0 and how is it quoted for volume purchases?

This part is sourced and quoted to order against an RFQ through independent distribution channels. Availability and current pricing are confirmed at quote time — no stock count or price is listed here.

What is the interrupting capacity of 3VA2340-5HL42-0AE0 at different voltages?

The interrupting ratings are 187 kA at 240 V, 121 kA at both 415 V and 440 V, 75.6 kA at 500 V, and 7.5 kA at 690 V.

What are the physical dimensions of 3VA2340-5HL42-0AE0?

The dimensions are 110 mm depth, 184 mm width, and 248 mm height.

Does 3VA2340-5HL42-0AE0 include auxiliary switches or a ground-fault module?

It ships with 4 factory-installed auxiliary switches (HQ type) but has no undervoltage release, no ground-fault monitoring, and no communication module.

MPN
3VA2340-5HL42-0AE0