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Siemens 5SY6501-8 — 1-Pole MCB (DIN Rail)

Siemens SENTRON 5SY6501-8 MCB, D-curve 1 A, 2-pole 1P+N, 6 k

MPN5SY6501-8

Siemens SENTRON 5SY6 series, miniature circuit breaker, order code 5SY6501-8, D-curve 1 A, 2-pole 1P+N, 6 kA (EN 60898) / 30 kA (IEC 60947-2), 230 V AC, width 36 mm (2 MW).

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

Specifications

5SY6501-8 — Identification
ParameterValue
Product designationMiniature circuit breaker
Brand nameSENTRON
Number of poles2
Application suitabilityMechanical engineering / industry
5SY6501-8 — Electrical & Protection
ParameterValue
Tripping characteristic classD
Rated value (EN 60898)6 kA
Overvoltage categoryIII
5SY6501-8 — Mounting & Connection
ParameterValue
Mounting positionany
Combined terminal, topYes
Combined terminal, bottomYes
Width36 mm
Height90 mm
Depth76 mm
Installation depth70 mm
SealableYes
5SY6501-8 — Environmental
ParameterValue
IP protection classIP20, with connected conductors
Halogen-freeYes
Silicone-freeYes

Product details

What this MCB does and the ratings that matter

The Siemens SENTRON 5SY6501-8 is a 2-pole (1P+N) miniature circuit breaker with D tripping characteristic, rated 1 A at 230 V AC. For DC circuits, it's rated 15 kA per IEC 60947-2 at up to 72 V DC, and 5 kA under UL 1077/CSA C22.2 No.235 — so it's accepted in North American control panels as a supplementary protector.

Mounting and wiring — panel integration

Width is 36 mm (2 modular width units), installation depth 70 mm, overall depth 76 mm including terminals. Mounting position any, ambient temperature -25 to +55 °C, storage -40 to +75 °C.

Rated under EN 60898 (6 kA), IEC 60947-2 (30 kA AC, 15 kA DC), and UL 1077 / CSA C22.2 No.235 (5 kA). Overvoltage category III. Touch protection built in. The product designation is miniature circuit breaker; the design series is 5SY6.

Frequently asked questions

What is the breaking capacity of 5SY6501-8?

6 kA per EN 60898, 30 kA per IEC 60947-2 at 230 V AC, and 15 kA per IEC 60947-2 at up to 72 V DC. Under UL 1077/CSA C22.2 No.235 it is rated 5 kA.

What wire sizes does 5SY6501-8 accept?

Solid or stranded copper from 0.75 mm² up to 35 mm². The combined terminals on top and bottom accept both types.

Where can I buy 5SY6501-8 and how is it quoted?

Sourced and quoted to order against an RFQ through independent distribution. Availability and current pricing are confirmed at quote time — no stock or price figures published here.

MPN
5SY6501-8