Its C-curve tripping characteristic suits it for general-purpose protection of mixed loads — lighting, small motors, control transformers — where moderate inrush currents (5–10× rated) are expected.
Breaking capacity: what the dual rating means for your panel
The 5SN6402-7CP carries two breaking-capacity ratings: 6 kA according to EN 60898 and 30 kA according to IEC 60947-2. The EN 60898 figure (6 kA) governs residential and light commercial installations where the prospective fault current is known to stay under that threshold.
Voltage and pole configuration
The four poles (4P) switch all live conductors, making it suitable for three-phase plus neutral applications. For DC circuits, the maximum rated voltage is 72 V — this is not a general-purpose DC breaker for higher voltages, so keep it on AC duty unless the DC voltage is within that limit.
Rated for 10 000 mechanical operating cycles typical. Wire range up to 35 mm² solid, which handles most feeder and branch-circuit conductors.
