The 3VM1196-5ED42-0AA0 is a Siemens 3VM1 IEC frame 160 molded case circuit breaker, 4-pole, rated 16 A with a TM210 thermal-magnetic trip unit. Breaking capacity sits at 55 kA at 415 V (class M), which means it handles high fault currents typical of industrial distribution panels without needing an upstream current-limiting fuse. The overload Ir is fixed at 16 A; short-circuit pickup Ii is 20 x In (320 A), non-adjustable — so this breaker is sized for a specific load, not a range.
Sourcing and ordering
Product class C means this unit is manufactured to order — not a stocked shelf item. Lead time and pricing vary per batch; availability is confirmed at RFQ. The nut keeper kit and N-conductor unprotected configuration are factory-fitted; no field conversion.