ABB 2CDS213001R0405 SH203-B40 3P 40A 6kA Type B Miniature Circuit Breaker MCB

The ABB SH203-B40 miniature circuit breaker (SKU: 2CDS213001R0405) is a 3-pole, 40A Type B MCB from the SH200 series, delivering 6kA breaking capacity at 230/400V AC for reliable overload and short-circuit protection in residential and light commercial installations. Designed to IEC/EN 60898-1 standards, the SH203-B40 offers compact dimensions of 52.5mm × 85mm × 69mm and a lightweight 0.33kg footprint, making it ideal for space-constrained distribution boards and control panels.

Technical Specifications

Certifications & Standards

• IEC/EN 60898-1: International and European standard for circuit breakers for overcurrent protection in household and similar installations
• IEC 60898-1: IEC standard for household and similar miniature circuit breakers
• EN 60898-1: European harmonised standard for miniature circuit breakers
• IEC/EN60898-1: Combined IEC/EN compliance designation for MCB performance and safety
• IEC 60898: Base IEC standard covering circuit breakers for overcurrent protection
• IEC 60068-2: Environmental testing standard ensuring reliability under temperature, humidity, and mechanical stress conditions
• EN60898-1: EN designation confirming European conformity to MCB safety requirements
• EN45555: European standard on end-of-life management and recyclability for electrical and electronic equipment
• EN60664: Insulation coordination standard for low-voltage equipment within installations
• CE: European conformity marking confirming compliance with applicable EU directives
• REACH: EU chemical compliance regulation confirming restriction of hazardous substances in articles
• RoHS: Restriction of Hazardous Substances directive — compliant, free from restricted substances
• WEEE: Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment directive compliance for proper end-of-life disposal

Applications & Use Cases

• Overload and short-circuit protection in residential distribution boards
• Light commercial and industrial control panel circuits
• Protection of resistive and slightly inductive loads (Type B characteristic)
• DIN rail mounted distribution systems at 230/400V AC
• Final circuits in building electrical installations per IEC 60898-1