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Siemens 3VA2340-5JQ42-0DH0 — Molded Case Circuit Breakers (MCCB)

Siemens 3VA2340-5JQ42-0DH0 SENTRON MCCB, 400 A, 4-Pole, 187

MPN3VA2340-5JQ42-0DH0

Siemens SENTRON 3VA2340-5JQ42-0DH0, molded case circuit breaker (MCCB), 4-pole, 400 A rated at 40 °C, line protection, 187 kA breaking at 240 V, with undervoltage release and communication function.

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

Specifications

3VA2340-5JQ42-0DH0 — Identification
ParameterValue
Product designationMolded case circuit breaker
Brand / rangeSENTRON
Basic switch (supplied) ref.3VA2340-5JQ42-0AA0
Integrated auxiliary / alarm switch ref.3VA9988-0AB12
3VA2340-5JQ42-0DH0 — 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 °C375 A
Current at 60 °C350 A
Current at 65 °C325 A
Current at 70 °C300 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.98.5 W
3VA2340-5JQ42-0DH0 — Protection & Trip Unit
ParameterValue
Overcurrent release (trip unit) typeETU560
Overcurrent protection functionLSIG
Ground-fault monitoringSummation current formation L + N conductor
Grounding protection functionYes
3VA2340-5JQ42-0DH0 — Construction & Connection
ParameterValue
Main circuit connection typeon both sides nut keeper kit
Main circuit connector arrangementFront terminal
Protection class (IP), frontIP40
3VA2340-5JQ42-0DH0 — Accessories & Functions
ParameterValue
Undervoltage releaseYes
Voltage triggerNo
Trip indicatorYes
Communication functionYes
Measurement functionNo
Motor drive optionYes
Auxiliary CO contacts3
3VA2340-5JQ42-0DH0 — Environmental
ParameterValue
Operating temperature, max.70 °C
Operating temperature, min.-25 °C
Storage temperature, max.80 °C
Storage temperature, min.-40 °C
3VA2340-5JQ42-0DH0 — 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

MCCB for 400 A feeder protection

With a maximum frame rating of 4 000 A and a minimum setting of 600 A, this breaker covers heavy feeder and main-switch duty. At 690 V the interrupting rating drops to 7.5 kA, so verify the system voltage against the curve.

Thermal derating and power dissipation

This MCCB holds 400 A continuously up to 50 °C ambient. Above that it derates linearly: 375 A at 55 °C, 350 A at 60 °C, 325 A at 65 °C, and 300 A at 70 °C. Maximum power loss is 98.5 W — that heat stays inside the enclosure, so factor it into the panel thermal budget.

Integrated auxiliary and release options

The trip indicator is present, and the trip unit is adjustable from 80 A to 400 A full-scale, with no voltage-trigger function.

Dimensions: 248 mm high, 184 mm wide, 110 mm deep. That's a 4-pole MCCB footprint — roughly 7.24 × 9.76 × 4.33 inches. The base switch variant is 3VA2340-5JQ42-0AA0, meaning this -0DH0 version adds the aux switches and UVR as factory-fitted options.

Frequently asked questions

How do I get current pricing and availability for 3VA2340-5JQ42-0DH0?

Submit an RFQ through this listing. Availability and current pricing are confirmed at quote time through independent distribution channels.

What is the breaking capacity of 3VA2340-5JQ42-0DH0 at 240 V?

187 kA at 240 V. At 415 V and 440 V it is 121 kA, at 500 V it is 75.6 kA, and at 690 V it is 7.5 kA.

What are the physical dimensions of this MCCB?

248 mm high, 184 mm wide, 110 mm deep (9.76 × 7.24 × 4.33 inches).

What auxiliary switches and releases are fitted on this variant?

It includes 2 auxiliary switches plus 1 trip alarm switch (HQ design), and an undervoltage release (UVR). Communication function is built in.

MPN
3VA2340-5JQ42-0DH0