Circuit Breaker 3VM1196-3ED26-0AA2 – Key Ratings and Fit
The Siemens 3VM1196-3ED26-0AA2 is a 2-pole IEC frame 160 circuit breaker from the 3VM1 series, rated for breaking capacity class N with an Icu of 25 kA at 415 V AC. The 16 A fixed thermal overload setting (Ir=16 A, not adjustable) and the fixed magnetic short-circuit release at 20 x In (320 A) make it a line-protection device suited for feeder circuits or as a main disconnecting means for a fixed-load group, not for motor overload protection where adjustable trip curves are needed.
Deployment Context – Panel Integration
The 2-pole form factor occupies two module widths (approximately 36 mm per pole). Terminal connection type accepts copper conductors per IEC 60947-1; verify lug size against the panel's busbar or cable entry plan.