Built for demanding industrial environments, the 3VA6140-5JQ31-0AA0 is a 40A molded case circuit breaker with true RMS sensing. It comes equipped with an ETU560 LSIG electronic trip unit, providing configurable long-time, short-time, instantaneous, and ground-fault protection. This panel mount breaker installs into Siemens P2 and P3 panelboards and switchboards. Delivering a Class M breaking capacity of 35kAIC at 480VAC, this current-limiting MCCB is HACR rated and suitable for reverse feed.
Shunt Trip, Auxiliary Switch, Undervoltage Release, Alarm Switch, Motor Operator, External Rotary Handle, Padlock Attachment, Communication Module
Accessories
None (No Lugs Included)
Standards
IEC 60947-2, UL 489
Approval
CE, CSA, IEC, UL, VDE
Temp Rating
-25C to 70C
Construction Features
HACR Rated, Current Limiting, Reverse Feed, True RMS Sensing
Product FAQs
6 answers
What frame size does the 3VA6140-5JQ31-0AA0 belong to?
This breaker is built on the Siemens 3VA61 frame, which supports a maximum continuous current capacity of 150A.
Are terminal lugs included with the 3VA6140-5JQ31-0AA0?
No. Siemens 3VA6 breakers with catalog numbers ending in -0AA0 ship from the factory without lugs. Load and line lugs, or nut keepers for panelboard mounting, must be purchased separately.
What specific trip unit is used in this 40A breaker?
It is equipped with the ETU560 electronic trip unit. This unit includes an integrated LCD screen and provides fully adjustable LSIG (Long-Time, Short-Time, Instantaneous, and Ground-Fault) protection.
What is the continuous current adjustment range for this breaker?
The ETU560 trip unit allows the long-time overload protection (Ir) to be adjusted from 16A up to the maximum 40A rating.
Is the 3VA6140-5JQ31-0AA0 suitable for reverse feed applications?
Yes, all Siemens 3VA6 electronic trip circuit breakers are UL listed for reverse feeding.
Which Siemens distribution panels accept this 3VA61 breaker?
This breaker is compatible with Siemens P2 and P3 panelboards, as well as Siemens switchboards. Note that factory-installed nut keepers or field-installed connector kits are required for panel mounting.
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Review summary
Customers rate this product 5.0 out of 5 based on 2 reviews.
Siemens 3VA6225-5HL31-0AA0 - 250A 3 Pole Molded Case Circuit Breaker
I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
10/2/25
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