Engineered for commercial and industrial power distribution, the Siemens 3VA5220-5EC31-0AA0 is a 3-pole, 200A molded case circuit breaker. It provides reliable long-time and instantaneous (LI) protection for demanding electrical systems. This panel mount breaker installs into Siemens P1, P2, and P3 panelboards. It serves as a drop-in replacement for legacy FD63B200 breakers, upgrading existing infrastructure.
Which Siemens panelboards accept the 3VA5220-5EC31-0AA0 circuit breaker?
This breaker is compatible with Siemens P1, P2, and P3 panelboards, as well as standard Siemens switchboards.
What frame size is the 3VA5220-5EC31-0AA0 built on?
This breaker utilizes the Siemens 3VA52 frame, which supports a maximum continuous current of 250A.
How is the TM230 trip unit configured on the 3VA5220-5EC31-0AA0?
The TM230 thermal-magnetic trip unit provides fixed long-time (Ir) overload protection and adjustable instantaneous (Ii) short-circuit protection, allowing for precise response to fault conditions.
Is the 3VA5220-5EC31-0AA0 suitable for HVAC equipment?
Yes, this breaker is HACR rated, making it fully compliant for heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration applications.
Does the 3VA5220-5EC31-0AA0 support reverse feeding?
Yes, this 3VA5 series breaker is designed with reverse feed capability, allowing for flexible wiring orientations during installation.
What legacy Siemens breaker does the 3VA5220-5EC31-0AA0 replace?
This 3VA5 series breaker serves as a direct, modern drop-in replacement for the legacy Siemens FD63B200 circuit breaker.
Can the 3VA5220-5EC31-0AA0 be used in DC power systems?
Yes, this breaker is fully rated for DC applications up to 750VDC. It provides a 50kA interrupting capacity for 250VDC, 500VDC, and 750VDC systems, making it suitable for industrial DC distribution.
What is the safe ambient operating temperature range for this breaker?
The 3VA5220-5EC31-0AA0 is rated for safe operation in environments ranging from -25 to 70 degrees Celsius.
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Customers rate this product 4.8 out of 5 based on 8 reviews.