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- Part number
- 3VA1216-6MH32-0AA0
Siemens 3VA1216-6MH32-0AA0 3VA1 3P 160A 70kA 415V TM120M I Molded Case Circuit Breaker
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| Motor power kW | Rated current In (A) | Part number | Stock | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 | 3VA1110-6MH36-0AA0 | On request | $341.11 | |
| 125 | 3VA1112-6MH36-0AA0 | On request | $469.51 | |
| 160 | 3VA1216-6MH32-0AA0This part | On request | $528.25 | |
| 200 | 3VA1220-6MH32-0AA0 | On request | $650.13 | |
| 250 | 3VA1325-6MH32-0AA0 | On request | $732.00 |
Description
About the 3VA1216-6MH32-0AA0
About the 3VA1216-6MH32-0AA0
The Siemens 3VA1216-6MH32-0AA0 is a three-pole molded case circuit breaker (MCCB) from the SENTRON 3VA1 series, rated 160 A with a breaking capacity of 70 kA (Icu) at 415 V AC (utilisation class H). It is equipped with the TM120M I thermal-magnetic trip unit providing overload and short-circuit protection. Rated for distribution and motor-feeder protection in low-voltage switchgear up to 690 V AC.
Certifications & Standards
- IEC 60947-2
Applications & Use Cases
At 160 A rated current and 70 kA breaking capacity, the 3VA1216-6MH32-0AA0 is dimensioned for feeder, sub-distribution and motor-circuit protection in low-voltage main and sub-distribution boards. The TM120M I trip unit provides fixed overload and short-circuit protection matched to the rated current.
The IEC Frame 250 enclosure supports fixed mounting in form-separated switchgear (form 2–4) and accepts a range of Siemens 3VA accessories — auxiliary and alarm switches, shunt and undervoltage releases, rotary and motor operators — for adaptation to the specific installation and control scheme.
Specification
Full specification
Model 6
| product brand name | SENTRON |
|---|---|
| product designation | Molded case circuit breaker |
| design of the product | Starter protection |
| design of the overcurrent release | TM120M |
| protection function of the overcurrent release | I |
| number of poles | 3 |
General technical data 8
| insulation voltage / rated value | 800 V |
|---|---|
| operating voltage / at AC / rated value | 690 V |
| power loss [W] / maximum | 33 W |
| power loss [W] / for rated value of the current / at AC / in hot operating state / per pole | 11 W |
| mechanical service life (operating cycles) / typical | 20 000 |
| electrical endurance (operating cycles) / at AC-1 / at 380/415 V | 8 000 |
| electrical endurance (operating cycles) / at AC-1 / at 690 V | 5 400 |
| product feature / for neutral conductors / upgradable/retrofittable | No |
/ short-circuit and overload proof 3
| ground-fault monitoring version | Without |
|---|---|
| product function: communication function | No |
| product function: other measurement function | No |
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Identification 9
| Part number | 3VA1216-6MH32-0AA0 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Siemens |
| Condition | New, factory sealed |
| Source | Siemens and its authorised distributors |
| Warranty | Manufacturer warranty |
| Lifecycle status | Active, in production |
| EAN | 4042948827727 |
| ETIM class | EC000228 |
| eCl@ss | 27370409 |
Current 7
| operational current: at 40 °C | 160 A |
|---|---|
| operational current: at 45 °C | 160 A |
| operational current: at 50 °C | 160 A |
| operational current: at 55 °C | 156 A |
| operational current: at 60 °C | 151 A |
| operational current: at 65 °C | 147 A |
| operational current: at 70 °C | 142 A |
Switching capacity according to IEC 60947 17
| switching capacity class of the circuit breaker | H |
|---|---|
| maximum short-circuit current breaking capacity (Icu): at 240 V | 100 kA |
| maximum short-circuit current breaking capacity (Icu): at 415 V | 70 kA |
| maximum short-circuit current breaking capacity (Icu): at 440 V | 36 kA |
| maximum short-circuit current breaking capacity (Icu): at 500 V | 15 kA |
| maximum short-circuit current breaking capacity (Icu): at 690 V | 3 kA |
| operating short-circuit current breaking capacity (Ics): at 240 V | 100 kA |
| operating short-circuit current breaking capacity (Ics): at 415 V | 70 kA |
| operating short-circuit current breaking capacity (Ics): at 440 V | 36 kA |
| operating short-circuit current breaking capacity (Ics): at 500 V | 10 kA |
| operating short-circuit current breaking capacity (Ics): at 690 V | 3 kA |
| short-circuit current making capacity (Icm): at 240 V | 220 kA |
| short-circuit current making capacity (Icm): at 415 V | 154 kA |
| short-circuit current making capacity (Icm): at 440 V | 75.6 kA |
| short-circuit current making capacity (Icm): at 500 V | 30 kA |
| short-circuit current making capacity (Icm): at 690 V | 4.5 kA |
| design of short-circuit protection | For switching power values in DC networks, see the 3VA molded case circuit breaker device manual; link to be found under Service & Support in the last chapter |
Adjustable parameters 4
| adjustable response value setting current (Ii) / for I-tripping: minimum | 1 120 A |
|---|---|
| adjustable setting current (InN) / for N-tripping: minimum | 0 A |
| adjustable setting current (InN) / for N-tripping: maximum | 0 A |
| product function / grounding protection | No |
Mechanical Design 9
| product component: undervoltage release | No |
|---|---|
| product component: voltage trigger | No |
| product component: trip indicator | No |
| height [in] | 6.22 in |
| height | 158 mm |
| width [in] | 4.13 in |
| width | 105 mm |
| depth [in] | 2.76 in |
| depth | 70 mm |
Connections 5
| arrangement of electrical connectors / for main current circuit | Front terminal |
|---|---|
| type of electrical connection / for main current circuit | nut keeper kit on both ends |
| type of connectable conductor cross-sections / for flat-bar terminal connection / minimum | 13 x 1 mm |
| design of the surface / of the connections / on the top of the switch (N, 1, 3, 5) | Silver |
| design of the surface / of the connections / on the bottom of the switch (N, 2, 4, 6) | Silver |
Auxiliary circuit 1
| number of CO contacts / for auxiliary contacts | 0 |
|---|
Accessories 1
| product extension / optional / motor drive | Yes |
|---|
Environmental conditions 5
| protection class IP / on the front | IP40 |
|---|---|
| ambient temperature: during operation / minimum | -25 °C |
| ambient temperature: during operation / maximum | 70 °C |
| ambient temperature: during storage / minimum | -40 °C |
| ambient temperature: during storage / maximum | 80 °C |
Environmental footprint 5
| global warming potential [CO2 eq] / total | 285.47 kg |
|---|---|
| global warming potential [CO2 eq] / during manufacturing | 6.87 kg |
| global warming potential [CO2 eq] / during operation | 279 kg |
| global warming potential [CO2 eq] / after end of life | -0.78 kg |
| reference code / according to IEC 81346-2 | Q |
Logistics 7
| Net weight | 1.596 kg |
|---|---|
| Package dimensions | 175 × 125 × 123 mm |
| Country of origin | CZ |
| Shipping weight | 2.096 kg |
| Ships from | Türkiye |
| Dispatch | — |
| Stock | On request |
Source: manufacturer data · Last verified: 30 Oct 2026
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| 40 A | 3VA1140-6MH36-0AA0 | 3VA1 | On request | — | $341.11 | Quote | |
| 50 A | 3VA1150-6MH36-0AA0 | 3VA1 | On request | — | $341.11 | Quote | |
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| 80 A | 3VA1180-6MH36-0AA0 | 3VA1 | On request | — | $341.11 | Quote | |
| 100 A | 3VA1110-6MH36-0AA0 | 3VA1 | On request | — | $341.11 | Quote | |
| 125 A | 3VA1112-6MH36-0AA0 | 3VA1 | On request | — | $469.51 | Quote | |
| 160 A | 3VA1216-6MH32-0AA0 This part | 3VA1 | On request | — | $528.25 | Quote | |
| 200 A | 3VA1220-6MH32-0AA0 | 3VA1 | On request | — | $650.13 | Quote | |
| 250 A | 3VA1325-6MH32-0AA0 | 3VA1 | On request | — | $732.00 | Quote | |
| 320 A | 3VA1332-6MH32-0AA0 | 3VA1 | On request | — | $1,001.88 | Quote | |
| 400 A | 3VA1440-6MH32-0AA0 | 3VA1 | On request | — | $1,318.02 | Quote | |
| 500 A | 3VA1450-6MH32-0AA0 | 3VA1 | On request | — | $1,424.00 | Quote | |
| 630 A | 3VA1563-6MH32-0AA0 | 3VA1 | On request | — | $1,532.33 | Quote | |
| 800 A | 3VA1580-6MH32-0AA0 | 3VA1 | On request | — | $2,059.57 | Quote |
Certifications
Certifications and standards
- IEC 60947-2
Quick answers
Questions about the 3VA1216-6MH32-0AA0
What is the rated current of 3VA1216-6MH32-0AA0?
The rated current of 3VA1216-6MH32-0AA0 is 160 A.
Which supply voltage is 3VA1216-6MH32-0AA0 rated for?
The rated operational voltage of 3VA1216-6MH32-0AA0 is 690 V AC.
What is the EAN of 3VA1216-6MH32-0AA0?
The EAN (GTIN) of 3VA1216-6MH32-0AA0 is 4042948827727.
Where does 3VA1216-6MH32-0AA0 ship from, and how fast?
3VA1216-6MH32-0AA0 ships from Türkiye. Shipping calculated at checkout · import duties and taxes paid on arrival.
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Series
Siemens Siemens 3VA
- Brand
- Siemens
- Series
- Siemens 3VA
- Rated current
- 32–800 A
- Supply voltage
- 690 V AC
- Ratings listed
- 15
