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Siemens 5SY4516-5 — 1-Pole MCB (DIN Rail)

Siemens SENTRON 5SY4516-5 Miniature Circuit Breaker, 16 A, T

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Siemens SENTRON 5SY4516-5 miniature circuit breaker, 16 A, Type A tripping characteristic, 2-pole (1P+N), 10 kA (EN 60898) / 20 kA (IEC 60947-2) breaking capacity.

Siemens 5SY4516-5 datasheet (PDF)
Sourced new & surplus through independent channelsAuthenticity-screened · ESD-safe packingListing updated Aug 2026

Specifications

5SY4516-5 — Identification
ParameterValue
Product designationMiniature circuit breaker
Brand nameSENTRON
Number of poles2
Pole design1P+N
Application suitabilityMechanical engineering / industry
5SY4516-5 — Electrical & Protection
ParameterValue
Tripping characteristic classA
Rated value (EN 60898)10 kA
Overvoltage categoryIII
5SY4516-5 — Mounting & Connection
ParameterValue
Mounting positionany
Fastening methodQuick assembly system
Combined terminal, topYes
Combined terminal, bottomYes
Width36 mm
Height90 mm
Depth76 mm
Installation depth70 mm
Modular width units2
Torque, min.-40 °C
Torque, max.75 °C
SealableYes
5SY4516-5 — Environmental
ParameterValue
IP protection classIP20, with connected conductors
Pollution degree3
Halogen-freeYes
Silicone-freeYes

Product details

Breaking capacity — what it handles when things go wrong

Rated 10 kA per EN 60898, 20 kA per IEC 60947-2, and 15 kA at DC per IEC 60947-2. The DC rating covers battery-backed control circuits common in mining substations.

Thermal derating — don't ignore the fine print

At 35 °C it carries the full 16 A. At 40 °C that drops to 15.23 A, at 50 °C to 14.43 A, and at 60 °C to 13.57 A. If you're packing this breaker into a dense DIN-rail enclosure next to contactors and drives running at 50 °C internal ambient, you need to size the load at 14.43 A, not 16 A.

Frequently asked questions

What is the breaking capacity of 5SY4516-5?

10 kA per EN 60898, 20 kA per IEC 60947-2, and 15 kA at DC per IEC 60947-2. The 20 kA rating covers industrial fault levels; the DC rating handles battery-backed control circuits.

What does the Type A characteristic mean on this breaker?

Type A trips on both overload and short-circuit but also detects low-level arcing faults (typically 3–5 times rated current) that a Type B or C curve might pass. This makes it suitable for protecting semiconductor loads or long cable runs where arc-fault detection is needed.

Where can I buy 5SY4516-5 and get current pricing?

The 5SY4516-5 is sourced and quoted to order against an RFQ through independent distribution. Availability and current pricing are confirmed at quote time — submit an RFQ for a firm price and lead time.

Will 5SY4516-5 drop into a panel specified around 5SY7210-7CC?

Both are 2-module-width (36 mm) SENTRON MCBs with the same DIN-rail footprint and terminal layout, so the 5SY4516-5 fits the same panel cutout and busbar arrangement. The difference is the tripping characteristic: Type A on the 5SY4516-5 versus Type C on the 5SY7210-7CC, and the rated current — 16 A versus the peer's rating. Verify the load current and required curve before swapping.

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5SY4516-5