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Siemens 5SL6516-6YA — 1-Pole MCB (DIN Rail)

Siemens 5SL6516-6YA SENTRON MCB, B-16A, 1P+N, 6kA

MPN5SL6516-6YA

Siemens SENTRON 5SL6516-6YA, miniature circuit breaker, 230 V AC, 16 A, B-curve, 1-pole+N, 6 kA per EN 60898, 2 MW, IP20.

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Specifications

5SL6516-6YA — Identification
ParameterValue
Product designationMiniature circuit breaker
Brand nameSENTRON
Number of poles2
Application suitabilityResidential buildings/infrastructure
5SL6516-6YA — Electrical & Protection
ParameterValue
Tripping characteristic classB
Rated value (EN 60898)6 kA
Energy limitation class3
Overvoltage categoryIII
5SL6516-6YA — Mounting & Connection
ParameterValue
Mounting positionany
Width36 mm
Height90 mm
Depth76 mm
Installation depth70 mm
Modular width units2
Torque, min.-40 °C
Torque, max.75 °C
SealableYes
5SL6516-6YA — Environmental
ParameterValue
IP protection classIP20 with distribution board cover
Pollution degree2
Halogen-freeYes
Silicone-freeYes

Product details

The Siemens SENTRON 5SL6516-6YA is a 1-pole+N miniature circuit breaker rated 16 A at 230 V AC with a B tripping characteristic and 6 kA breaking capacity per EN 60898. It switches the neutral conductor (1P+N) and is designed for residential and infrastructure branch circuits — lighting, general-purpose outlets, small loads that don't draw sustained inrush.

IP20 with distribution board cover fitted; not rated for wet or dusty environments without an enclosure.

Temperature derating and environment

Rated 16 A at 30 °C ambient; at 45 °C the continuous rating drops to 14.88 A. At 40 °C the listed value is 0.96 A — that figure appears to be a data anomaly (likely a decimal error or a different test condition) and should not be used for sizing. Storage range spans -40 to +75 °C. Halogen-free and silicon-free construction; sealable for tamper-evident applications.

Frequently asked questions

Will 5SL6516-6YA drop into a panel specified for 5SL6563-7BB?

Yes — both are 2 MW (36 mm wide), same depth, same DIN-rail footprint, same 1P+N configuration. The difference is the rating: 5SL6516-6YA is a B-16A, while 5SL6563-7BB is a C-63A. No rewiring needed if the busbar and load current match the lower rating.

MPN
5SL6516-6YA