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Siemens 5SP3820-2 — 1-Pole MCB (DIN Rail)

Siemens 5SP3820-2 SENTRON MCB, 3P, 20A, 25kA, E-Curve

MPN5SP3820-2
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Siemens SENTRON 5SP3820-2, main miniature circuit breaker, 3-pole, 20 A rated at AC, 25 kA breaking capacity, E tripping characteristic, 400 V AC.

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Specifications

5SP3820-2 — Identification
ParameterValue
Product designationMiniature circuit breaker
Brand nameSENTRON
Number of poles3
Application suitabilityResidential buildings/infrastructure
5SP3820-2 — Electrical & Protection
ParameterValue
Tripping characteristic classE
Rated value (EN 60898)25 kA
Overvoltage categoryIV
5SP3820-2 — Mounting & Connection
ParameterValue
Fastening methodBusbar
Height151.3 mm
Depth89.5 mm
Modular width units4.5
Torque, min.-40 °C
Torque, max.70 °C
SealableYes
5SP3820-2 — Environmental
ParameterValue
IP protection classIP40, with connected conductors
Pollution degree3

Product details

The Siemens 5SP3820-2 is a SENTRON main miniature circuit breaker (MCB), designed as a 3-pole unit with a rated current of 20 A at AC and a breaking capacity of 25 kA per EN 60898. It carries an E tripping characteristic, which means it's tuned for a specific overload curve — less common than B or C curves, so verify coordination with downstream loads.

That's a high-interrupting rating for a 4.5-module-width MCB, so it's meant for service-entrance or main-switch positions where fault current is high. The E-curve is a slower, more delayed curve than a standard C-curve, designed to ride through inrush from large transformers or capacitor banks without nuisance tripping. Temperature derating is published: 20 A at 30 °C, 19 A at 40 °C, 18 A at 50 °C.

Frequently asked questions

What is the E tripping characteristic on this MCB?

The E curve is a delayed tripping characteristic, slower than B or C curves, designed to tolerate higher inrush currents from transformers or capacitive loads without nuisance tripping.

What wire sizes does the 5SP3820-2 accept?

It accepts solid conductors from 2.5 mm² minimum to 50 mm² maximum, and stranded conductors from 2.5 mm² minimum to 50 mm² maximum.

MPN
5SP3820-2