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Siemens 5SY5240-6CC11 — 2-Pole MCB (DIN Rail)

Siemens 5SY5240-6CC11 SENTRON MCB, 40 A, 2P, B Curve, 10 kA

MPN5SY5240-6CC11

Siemens SENTRON 5SY5240-6CC11 miniature circuit breaker, universal current, 440 V DC / 400 V AC, 10 kA, 2-pole, B characteristic, 40 A, for railway applications.

Sourced new & surplus through independent channelsAuthenticity-screened · ESD-safe packingListing updated Aug 2026

Specifications

5SY5240-6CC11 — Identification
ParameterValue
Product designationMiniature circuit breaker
Brand nameSENTRON
5SY5240-6CC11 — Electrical
ParameterValue
Number of poles2
5SY5240-6CC11 — Protection
ParameterValue
Tripping characteristic classB
Overvoltage categoryIII
5SY5240-6CC11 — Mechanical
ParameterValue
Width36 mm
Height90 mm
Depth76 mm
Installation depth70 mm
Mounting positionany
Protection degree (IP)IP20, with connected conductors

Product details

The 10 kA DC breaking capacity at 440 V per IEC 60947-2 means this breaker can safely interrupt a fault up to that level on a DC bus — critical for traction battery banks, converter feeds, or wayside power supplies where AC-only breakers would arc and fail. The operating temperature range of -40 to +70 °C covers unheated equipment compartments and outdoor cabinets across most climates, and the -40 to +75 °C storage range means it can sit in a warehouse or on a shelf without degradation.

Combined terminals at both top and bottom accept solid or stranded conductors from 0.75 to 35 mm², with a tightening torque of 2.5 to 3.5 N·m (22 to 31 lbf·in). The terminal design allows daisy-chaining without separate busbars for some configurations. The breaker is sealable (padlockable handle) and touch-protected per IP20 with conductors connected. Halogen-free and silicon-free construction avoids outgassing issues in sealed railway enclosures or near sensitive electronics. Polarity must be observed on the DC supply side — the breaker is not polarity-agnostic.

Frequently asked questions

How do I get current pricing and availability for 5SY5240-6CC11?

Submit an RFQ against this order code. The part is sourced to order through independent distribution; availability and current pricing are confirmed at quote time.

What is the closest functional alternative to 5SY5240-6CC11?

The 5SY5240-7 is the closest sibling — same 40 A, 2-pole, 440 V DC / 400 V AC rating, same footprint and terminal specs, but with a C tripping characteristic (5–10× In) instead of B, and a higher DC breaking capacity of 15 kA per IEC 60947-2. If your load has higher inrush (small motors, capacitive loads), the 5SY5240-7 is a direct mechanical swap; for low-surge loads, stick with the B curve of the -6CC11.

Will 5SY5240-6CC11 drop into a panel specified around 5SY5240-7 without rewiring?

Yes — both share the same 36 mm width, 76 mm depth, 90 mm height, quick-assembly DIN-rail mount, and combined terminal design accepting 0.75 to 35 mm² conductors. The swap is mechanical and electrical; only the trip curve and DC breaking capacity differ.

What compliance documentation does Siemens provide for 5SY5240-6CC11?

The breaker is designed per IEC 60947-2 for DC breaking capacity and carries the SENTRON brand. It is halogen-free and silicon-free. For specific RoHS, REACH, UL, or railway-standard declarations, request the manufacturer's declaration of conformity with your RFQ — those documents are not reproduced in this listing.

MPN
5SY5240-6CC11