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Siemens 3VA2340-5HM42-0AA0 — Molded Case Circuit Breakers (MCCB)

Siemens 3VA2340-5HM42-0AA0 SENTRON MCCB, 400 A, 4-Pole, 187

MPN3VA2340-5HM42-0AA0
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Siemens SENTRON 3VA2340-5HM42-0AA0, molded case circuit breaker, 400 A continuous, 4-pole, line protection, 187 kA at 240 V, 121 kA at 415 V.

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Specifications

3VA2340-5HM42-0AA0 — Identification
ParameterValue
Product designationMolded case circuit breaker
Brand / rangeSENTRON
3VA2340-5HM42-0AA0 — 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
3VA2340-5HM42-0AA0 — Protection & Trip Unit
ParameterValue
Overcurrent release (trip unit) typeETU330
Overcurrent protection functionLIG
Ground-fault monitoringSummation current formation L + N conductor
Grounding protection functionYes
3VA2340-5HM42-0AA0 — Construction & Connection
ParameterValue
Main circuit connection typeon both sides nut keeper kit
Main circuit connector arrangementFront terminal
Protection class (IP), frontIP40
3VA2340-5HM42-0AA0 — Accessories & Functions
ParameterValue
Undervoltage releaseNo
Voltage triggerNo
Trip indicatorNo
Communication functionNo
Measurement functionNo
Motor drive optionYes
Auxiliary CO contacts0
3VA2340-5HM42-0AA0 — Environmental
ParameterValue
Operating temperature, max.70 °C
Operating temperature, min.-25 °C
Storage temperature, max.80 °C
Storage temperature, min.-40 °C
3VA2340-5HM42-0AA0 — 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

Its 800 V rated insulation voltage means it's built for 690 VAC systems with margin — common in heavy industrial plants running 400–690 V motor control centers. Breaking capacity is the headline: 187 kA at 240 VAC, 121 kA at 415 V and 440 V, 75.6 kA at 500 V, and 7.5 kA at 690 V. Thermal derating is published: full 400 A up to 50 °C ambient (–), then 385 A at 55 °C, 370 A at 60 °C, 355 A at 65 °C, 340 A at 70 °C. Ground-fault monitoring uses summation current formation on L + N conductors — it watches the vector sum of line and neutral, so it catches leakage to ground without a separate GFCI module. That's useful for equipment protection on solidly-grounded wye systems where you want to trip on ground faults but don't need a dedicated relay.

Dimensions: 248 mm tall, 184 mm wide, 110 mm deep. That 184 mm width for a 4-pole 400 A frame is standard — it occupies the same footprint as other SENTRON 3VA2 breakers in this rating class. For a sealed panel, factor that into the thermal calculation; for a ventilated one, it's manageable.

Frequently asked questions

How do I get current pricing and availability for 3VA2340-5HM42-0AA0?

Submit an RFQ through this listing. We source this active-production part through independent distribution channels and confirm availability and current pricing at quote time — no stock count or price is published here.

What is 3VA2340-5HM42-0AA0's listed depth (110 mm) on this component line?

The depth is 110 mm, or 4.33 inches. That's the front-to-back dimension including the breaker body — not counting handle projection or rear terminal extensions.

What is 3VA2340-5HM42-0AA0's listed width (184 mm) on this component line?

The width is 184 mm, or 7.24 inches. That's the standard 4-pole frame width for this SENTRON 3VA2 rating class.

Will 3VA2340-5HM42-0AA0 drop into a panel that was specified around 3VA2116-5HM42-0CC0 without rewiring?

Not without checking the frame size and mounting pattern. The 3VA2340 is a 400 A frame; the 3VA2116 is a 160 A frame. Different physical dimensions and bus connections — you'd need to verify the cutout and terminal spacing before assuming a drop-in swap.

What compliance documentation does this brand provide for 3VA2340-5HM42-0AA0 (RoHS, REACH, UL, IEC)?

As a Siemens SENTRON product, this MCCB carries the standard compliance documentation for industrial circuit breakers — UL 489, IEC 60947-2, RoHS, and REACH declarations are available from Siemens upon request. The 800 V rated insulation voltage confirms IEC 60947-2 design.

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