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Siemens 5SY6516-8 — 1-Pole MCB (DIN Rail)

Siemens 5SY6516-8 SENTRON MCB, D-curve 16A 2-pole 1P+N, 230V

MPN5SY6516-8

Siemens SENTRON 5SY6 series, miniature circuit breaker (MCB), 2-pole 1P+N, D-curve, 16 A at 230 V AC, breaking capacities 6 kA (EN 60898) / 15 kA (IEC 60947-2), IP20, halogen-free, 36 mm wide.

$28.38Ref. price · indicative, final on quote
Sourced new & surplus through independent channelsAuthenticity-screened · ESD-safe packingListing updated Jul 2026

Specifications

5SY6516-8 — Identification
ParameterValue
Product designationMiniature circuit breaker
Brand nameSENTRON
Number of poles2
Application suitabilityMechanical engineering / industry
5SY6516-8 — Electrical & Protection
ParameterValue
Tripping characteristic classD
Rated value (EN 60898)6 kA
Overvoltage categoryIII
5SY6516-8 — Mounting & Connection
ParameterValue
Mounting positionany
Combined terminal, topYes
Combined terminal, bottomYes
Width36 mm
Height90 mm
Depth76 mm
Installation depth70 mm
Torque, min.-40 °C
Torque, max.75 °C
SealableYes
5SY6516-8 — Environmental
ParameterValue
IP protection classIP20, with connected conductors
Halogen-freeYes
Silicone-freeYes

Product details

Breaking capacity is rated 6 kA per EN 60898 and 15 kA per IEC 60947-2, with an additional 5 kA rating under UL 1077 / CSA C22.2 No. 235 for AC circuits; the higher IEC figure governs industrial panel coordination where fault currents can exceed domestic levels. Rated voltage of 230 V AC (single-phase operation up to 250 V AC,) and maximum DC rating of 72 V DC define the circuit types this MCB can protect; the DC rating is notably lower than the AC, so verify polarity and arc-quenching for DC applications.

Combined terminals at both top and bottom accept a range of conductor sizes; the sealable feature allows lockout/tagout for maintenance isolation.

Operating temperature range spans -40 °C to 75 °C, with humidity derating per: max 95% RH up to 55 °C, falling to 35% at 75 °C — relevant for condensation-prone or high-temperature cabinets. Halogen-free and silicon-free construction reduces toxic smoke emission in fire scenarios, often a requirement in rail, marine, or data-center installations. Lifecycle status is current production, so this order code is the standard supply — no last-time-buy or successor to track.

MPN
5SY6516-8