The 3VA5225-5EC31-0AA0 is part of the Siemens SENTRON family, functioning as a 3-pole, 250A molded case circuit breaker. It provides reliable overcurrent protection for commercial and industrial systems. It installs into Siemens P2, P3, P4, and P5 panelboards or switchboards, serving as an exact drop-in replacement for the discontinued FXD63B250. Rated 35 kAIC at 480VAC, it uses a TM230 trip unit with fixed thermal and adjustable magnetic settings. The current-limiting design is HACR rated.
What are the trip settings for this circuit breaker?
The TM230 trip unit features a fixed thermal overload set at 250A and an adjustable magnetic short-circuit pickup with a range of 1250A to 2500A.
What older Siemens breaker does this model replace?
This 3VA52 frame model serves as the direct replacement for the discontinued Siemens FXD63B250 FD frame breaker. Different mounting hardware may be required depending on your panel type.
Can this circuit breaker be reverse fed?
Yes, all Siemens 3VA5 thermal magnetic molded case circuit breakers are UL listed for reverse feed applications.
Is this circuit breaker HACR rated?
Yes, this Siemens 3VA5 breaker is HACR rated, making it suitable for heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration applications.
Are lugs included with this circuit breaker?
While designed for lug connections, the breaker is shipped from the factory without lugs. Lugs or nut keeper kits must be purchased separately based on your wire size and installation requirements.
What is required to install this breaker in a Siemens panelboard?
When installing this 3VA52 frame breaker into Siemens P2, P3, P4, or P5 panelboards, you must use the specific mounting hardware or strap kit designed for your panelboard type.
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Customers rate this product 4.8 out of 5 based on 8 reviews.