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Siemens 3VA2340-5JQ42-0JH0 — Molded Case Circuit Breakers (MCCB)

Siemens 3VA2340-5JQ42-0JH0 SENTRON MCCB, 400 A, 4-pole

MPN3VA2340-5JQ42-0JH0

Siemens SENTRON 3VA2340-5JQ42-0JH0, molded case circuit breaker, 4-pole, 400 A rated current, adjustable thermal-magnetic trip 600-4000 A, interrupting capacity 187 kA at 240 V AC.

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Specifications

3VA2340-5JQ42-0JH0 — Identification
ParameterValue
Product designationMolded case circuit breaker
Brand / rangeSENTRON
Basic switch (supplied) ref.3VA2340-5JQ42-0AA0
Integrated auxiliary / alarm switch ref.3VA9988-0AB12
3VA2340-5JQ42-0JH0 — 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.96 W
3VA2340-5JQ42-0JH0 — Protection & Trip Unit
ParameterValue
Overcurrent release (trip unit) typeETU560
Overcurrent protection functionLSIG
Ground-fault monitoringSummation current formation L + N conductor
Grounding protection functionYes
3VA2340-5JQ42-0JH0 — Construction & Connection
ParameterValue
Main circuit connection typeon both sides nut keeper kit
Main circuit connector arrangementFront terminal
Protection class (IP), frontIP40
3VA2340-5JQ42-0JH0 — Accessories & Functions
ParameterValue
Undervoltage releaseNo
Voltage triggerYes
Trip indicatorYes
Communication functionYes
Measurement functionNo
Motor drive optionYes
Auxiliary CO contacts3
3VA2340-5JQ42-0JH0 — Environmental
ParameterValue
Operating temperature, max.70 °C
Operating temperature, min.-25 °C
Storage temperature, max.80 °C
Storage temperature, min.-40 °C
3VA2340-5JQ42-0JH0 — 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's a 4-pole unit rated 400 A continuous at 40 °C, with an adjustable thermal-magnetic trip range from 600 A minimum to 4000 A maximum — so you set the pickup to match your downstream load, not the other way around. The interrupting ratings climb with voltage: 187 kA at 240 V, 121 kA at 415 V and 440 V, 75.6 kA at 500 V, and 7.5 kA at 690 V. The basic switch core is order code 3VA2340-5JQ42-0AA0, meaning the -0JH0 suffix adds the shunt trip and the specific aux contact arrangement.

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 96 W at rated current. That's the heat you need to vent from the enclosure; for a 4-pole breaker at 400 A, it's modest enough for a standard ventilated panel but worth checking if you're packing multiple breakers in a sealed box.

That's a 4-pole frame size — wider than a 3-pole equivalent by roughly one pole pitch. The storage limit governs shipping and warehouse conditions, not running duty — if it sat in an unheated warehouse at -30 °C, it's fine to install once warmed above -25 °C.

Frequently asked questions

What are the key ratings for 3VA2340-5JQ42-0JH0?

400 A continuous at 40 °C, adjustable trip range 600-4000 A, 4-pole, interrupting capacity 187 kA at 240 V AC. It includes a shunt trip release and 2 auxiliary plus 1 alarm switch.

Where can I buy 3VA2340-5JQ42-0JH0?

This part is sourced and quoted to order against an RFQ through independent distribution. Availability and current pricing are confirmed at quote time — submit an RFQ for a firm price and lead time.

MPN
3VA2340-5JQ42-0JH0