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Siemens 3VA9978-0BB11 — Circuit Breaker Accessories

Siemens SENTRON 3VA9978-0BB11 Undervoltage Release, 24V DC

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Siemens SENTRON 3VA9978-0BB11 undervoltage release, 24V DC, for 3VA4/5/6 molded-case circuit breakers, 3 slots, 2.5 W max DC consumption.

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Specifications

Identification

3VA9978-0BB11 — Identification
ParameterValue
Product designationAccessories
AccessoriesAuxiliary release

Mechanical

3VA9978-0BB11 — Mechanical
ParameterValue
Width25.7 mm
Height65.1 mm
Depth28.8 mm

Other specifications

3VA9978-0BB11 — Other specifications
ParameterValue
Number of slots3
Stripped length10 mm
Degree of pollution3
Overvoltage categoryIII
Stripped length [In]0.4 in
Design of the productAuxiliary release
Surge voltage resistance4 kV
Consumed active power (at DC, maximum)2.5 W
Type of electrical connection (For auxiliary circuit)AWG18 / 750 mm

Product details

The Siemens SENTRON 3VA9978-0BB11 is an undervoltage release accessory for the 3VA4, 3VA5, and 3VA6 series of molded-case circuit breakers.

The release draws 2.5 W maximum at DC — negligible for the control transformer budget, but verify your 24 V DC supply can handle the inrush when multiple releases trip simultaneously. Dimensions are 25.7 mm wide, 65.1 mm high, and 28.8 mm deep — it mounts inside the breaker's accessory bay, not on the DIN rail, so no additional panel width is consumed. Wire connection for the auxiliary circuit accepts AWG 18 up to 750 mm length; strip 10 mm (0.4 in) for a secure termination.

Frequently asked questions

What is 3VA9978-0BB11 used for?

It is an undervoltage release for Siemens SENTRON 3VA4, 3VA5, and 3VA6 molded-case circuit breakers — it trips the breaker when the control voltage drops below the dropout threshold, protecting downstream equipment from brownout or phase-loss conditions.

Will 3VA9978-0BB11 drop into a panel specified around 5SY4140-7?

No — the 5SY4140-7 is a miniature circuit breaker, not a 3VA series MCCB. The 3VA9978-0BB11 is an internal accessory for the 3VA4/5/6 breaker family and does not fit the 5SY platform.

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3VA9978-0BB11