The Z trip curve is designed for semiconductor protection and other sensitive loads where the inrush current is minimal but short-circuit protection must be fast — it trips between 2.5 and 4 times rated current, so a 32 A unit clears faults in the 80–128 A range before downstream electronics cook. The Z curve is less common than B, C, or D in general distribution panels, so if you are restocking a bin for a line that uses these on control transformers or rectifier feeds, this is the right code — a C-curve 32 A would pass a higher inrush and may not clear a semiconductor fault fast enough.
Siemens 5SL4332-0RC Miniature Circuit Breaker 32A 3-pole Z 1
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Siemens 5SL4 series miniature circuit breaker, order code 5SL4332-0RC, 32 A, 3-pole, Z characteristic, 10 kA breaking capacity.
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What is the breaking capacity and trip characteristic of 5SL4332-0RC?
It is a 32 A, 3-pole miniature circuit breaker with a Z characteristic and 10 kA breaking capacity. The Z curve trips at 2.5–4× rated current, making it suitable for semiconductor and sensitive load protection.
Where can I buy 5SL4332-0RC?
This part is sourced and quoted to order against an RFQ through independent distribution. Availability and current pricing are confirmed at quote time.
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5SL4332-0RC
