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Siemens 3VA2440-5KQ42-0AA0 — Molded Case Circuit Breakers (MCCB)

Siemens 3VA2440-5KQ42-0AA0 SENTRON MCCB, 400 A, 4-Pole, 187

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Siemens SENTRON 3VA2440-5KQ42-0AA0, molded case circuit breaker, 400 A, 4-pole, 187 kA at 240 V, line protection, with communication.

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Specifications

3VA2440-5KQ42-0AA0 — Identification
ParameterValue
Product designationMolded case circuit breaker
Brand / rangeSENTRON
3VA2440-5KQ42-0AA0 — 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 °C400 A
Current at 60 °C400 A
Current at 65 °C400 A
Current at 70 °C400 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 V9 kA
Power loss, max.63.5 W
3VA2440-5KQ42-0AA0 — Protection & Trip Unit
ParameterValue
Overcurrent release (trip unit) typeETU860
Overcurrent protection functionLSIG
Ground-fault monitoringSummation current formation L + N conductor
Grounding protection functionYes
3VA2440-5KQ42-0AA0 — Construction & Connection
ParameterValue
Main circuit connection typeon both sides nut keeper kit
Main circuit connector arrangementFront terminal
Protection class (IP), frontIP40
3VA2440-5KQ42-0AA0 — Accessories & Functions
ParameterValue
Undervoltage releaseNo
Voltage triggerNo
Trip indicatorNo
Communication functionYes
Measurement functionYes
Motor drive optionYes
Auxiliary CO contacts0
3VA2440-5KQ42-0AA0 — Environmental
ParameterValue
Operating temperature, max.70 °C
Operating temperature, min.-25 °C
Storage temperature, max.80 °C
Storage temperature, min.-40 °C
3VA2440-5KQ42-0AA0 — 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 4-pole configuration handles three-phase plus neutral, common in North American and IEC installations where a switched neutral is required.

This breaker's interrupting rating drops as voltage rises: 187 kA at 240 V, 121 kA at 415 V and 440 V, 75.6 kA at 500 V, and 9 kA at 690 V.

Thermal performance and continuous rating

Maximum power loss is 63.5 W, so ventilation planning should account for that dissipation at full load. The adjustable thermal-magnetic trip unit has a full-scale value of 400 A and an initial setting of 80 A, with a short-time withstand of 5 kA limited to 1 second.

Dimensions are 248 mm high, 184 mm wide, 110 mm deep — a standard SENTRON 3VA frame size for 400 A class. Verify the gland plate knockout pattern against your enclosure; the 110 mm depth (4.33 in) leaves clearance behind the door for wiring and accessory modules.

Communication and monitoring features

It also supports ground-fault monitoring via summation current formation on the L + N conductors, which allows detection of leakage without a separate core-balance transformer. No undervoltage release or voltage-triggered trip is fitted as standard.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I buy the 3VA2440-5KQ42-0AA0 and get current pricing?

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

What are the key ratings for the 3VA2440-5KQ42-0AA0?

400 A continuous current, 4-pole, interrupting capacity of 187 kA at 240 V, 121 kA at 415 V, 75.6 kA at 500 V, and 9 kA at 690 V. Dimensions are 248 x 184 x 110 mm.

Will the 3VA2440-5KQ42-0AA0 fit in a panel designed for a 3VA2163-8JQ32-0AA0?

The 3VA2440-5KQ42-0AA0 is a physically larger frame — 400 A class versus the smaller 3VA2 frame. It will not drop into the same mounting footprint or bus bar spacing without panel rework. Verify the backplate cutout and bus bar centers before specifying.

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3VA2440-5KQ42-0AA0