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Siemens 5SY4101-8 — 1-Pole MCB (DIN Rail)

5SY4101-8 SENTRON MCB, 1P, D-curve, 10 kA

MPN5SY4101-8
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Siemens SENTRON, miniature circuit breaker, 1-pole, D tripping characteristic, 10 kA per EN 60898, 35 kA per IEC 60947-2, 400 V AC, 1 MW unit.

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Specifications

5SY4101-8 — Identification
ParameterValue
Product designationMiniature circuit breaker
Brand nameSENTRON
Number of poles1
Pole design1P
Application suitabilityMechanical engineering / industry
5SY4101-8 — Electrical & Protection
ParameterValue
Tripping characteristic classD
Overvoltage categoryIII
5SY4101-8 — Mounting & Connection
ParameterValue
Mounting positionany
Fastening methodQuick assembly system
Combined terminal, topYes
Combined terminal, bottomYes
Width18 mm
Height90 mm
Depth76 mm
Installation depth70 mm
Modular width units1
Torque, min.-40 °C
Torque, max.75 °C
SealableYes
5SY4101-8 — Environmental
ParameterValue
IP protection classIP20, with connected conductors
Pollution degree3
Halogen-freeYes
Silicone-freeYes

Product details

Rated 10 kA per EN 60898 and 35 kA per IEC 60947-2 at 400 V AC, it's got the interrupting capacity for industrial panels where fault currents run high. It's a 1 MW unit (18 mm wide), so it takes up one slot on the DIN rail. The quick-assembly system means it snaps on and off without tools, which saves time when you're populating a panel or swapping a failed breaker out here in the grease.

The D tripping characteristic is the headline here. The thermal trip handles sustained overloads, while the magnetic trip reacts to short circuits. On a D-curve, the magnetic trip is set to activate at 10 to 20 times the rated current, so it won't drop out on a motor starting surge but will clear a hard fault fast. Rated for 400 V AC (single-phase) and 440 V AC multi-phase, plus 60 V DC (72 V DC max). The DC rating is useful for control circuits or battery-backed loads, though it's primarily an AC breaker. The operating frequency is 50/60 Hz, standard for global installations. The surrounding humidity limits are 95% up to 55 °C, then derated above that. IP20 protection with conductors connected — that's standard for a DIN-rail MCB in an enclosed panel. It's not for washdown areas; keep it behind a gland plate or cabinet door. Sealable per the spec, so you can lock it out for LOTO procedures.

One modular width (18 mm) on a standard DIN rail. Mounting position any orientation — vertical, horizontal, upside down, doesn't matter. The quick-assembly system lets you snap it onto the rail and remove it with a screwdriver lever, no prying or rail damage.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I buy 5SY4101-8 and how do I get a price?

We source the 5SY4101-8 through our independent distribution channels. Submit an RFQ for current pricing and availability — we confirm both at quote time.

What compliance documentation does the 5SY4101-8 carry?

It complies with IEC / EN 60898-1, IEC / EN 60947-2, and UL 1077 / CSA C22.2 No. 235. The interrupting ratings differ by standard: 10 kA per EN 60898, 35 kA per IEC 60947-2, and 5 kA per UL 1077. It's also halogen-free and silicon-free.

What is 5SY4101-8's listed depth?

The overall depth is 76 mm, with an installation depth of 70 mm. That's standard for a 1 MW SENTRON MCB and fits most shallow enclosures.

What is 5SY4101-8's listed width?

18 mm — one modular width on a standard DIN rail. It occupies a single slot in the distribution board.

Will 5SY4101-8 drop into a panel specified around 5SY4140-7 without rewiring?

Both are 1-pole SENTRON MCBs on an 18 mm footprint, so the mechanical fit is the same — same DIN-rail clip, same terminal spacing. The difference is the tripping curve: the 5SY4140-7 is a B-curve (magnetic trip at 3-5x In), while the 5SY4101-8 is a D-curve (10-20x In). If the panel was designed for a B-curve, swapping to a D-curve changes the protection coordination — the D-curve allows higher inrush before tripping, which may not provide the same fault clearance for sensitive loads. Check the load type before substituting.

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5SY4101-8