The Siemens 5SY4232-7CV is a 2-pole miniature circuit breaker from the SENTRON 5SY4 series, rated for a breaking capacity of 15 kA at 400 V AC. That 15 kA Icu (ultimate short-circuit breaking capacity) means it can safely interrupt a fault current up to 15,000 amps at 400 V without welding its contacts or failing catastrophically — critical for panel coordination when the upstream transformer can deliver that kind of energy. The C32 curve (C characteristic, 32 A rated current) trips magnetically at 5 to 10 times rated current, so it handles motor inrush and transformer energization without nuisance tripping while still clearing a hard short fast.
Siemens 5SY4232-7CV MCB, 15kA Icu 400V 2P C32
MPN5SY4232-7CV
Siemens SENTRON 5SY4 series, MCB, Icu=15kA 400V, 2-pole, C32 characteristic.
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What is 5SY4232-7CV's rated breaking capacity?
The MCB has an Icu of 15 kA at 400 V AC, 2-pole, with a C32 characteristic (32 A rated current, C-trip curve).
Where can I buy 5SY4232-7CV?
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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5SY4232-7CV
