The 3VA5217-5ED61-0AA0 is an industrial molded case circuit breaker from Siemens. It is engineered for Siemens 3VA panelboards and switchboards. This panel-mount unit replaces legacy FD62B175 breakers. It features a 2-pole configuration in a 3-pole frame and comes without lugs, allowing for customizable termination. Rated 35kAIC at 480VAC, it offers Class M breaking capacity. The breaker utilizes a fixed thermal and fixed magnetic trip unit for reliable LI protection.
Siemens 3VA Panelboards, Switchboards, Motor Control Centers
Protection and operation
Trip Technology
Thermal Magnetic
Trip Function Code
LI
Trip Function
Long-Time, Instantaneous
Trip Adjustability
Fixed Thermal, Fixed Magnetic
Standards and features
Available Options
Shunt Trip, Auxiliary Switch, Undervoltage Release, Alarm Switch, Motor Operator, Handle Lock, Padlock Attachment, Busbar System, DIN Rail Adapter
Accessories
None (Without Connection)
Standards
IEC 60947-2, UL 489, HACR Rated
Approval
ABS, CE, CSA, EAC, UL, VDE
Temp Rating
-25C to 70C
Construction Features
HACR Rated, Reverse Feed, 2-Pole in 3-Pole Housing
Product FAQs
8 answers
What enclosures and panels are compatible with the 3VA5217-5ED61-0AA0?
This 3VA52 frame circuit breaker is designed for installation in Siemens 3VA panelboards, switchboards, and motor control centers.
Does this 175A breaker carry an HACR rating?
Yes, Siemens 3VA5 molded case circuit breakers are HACR rated, making them suitable for heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipment protection.
Can the 3VA5217-5ED61-0AA0 be reverse fed?
Yes, this thermal-magnetic breaker supports reverse feed applications, allowing for flexible line and load installation orientations.
What does the 0AA0 suffix indicate in the 3VA5217-5ED61-0AA0 catalog number?
The 0AA0 suffix indicates that this is a standard breaker shipped without any factory-installed internal accessories, such as auxiliary switches, alarm switches, or shunt trips.
What type of trip unit is installed in this breaker?
It features a TM210 thermal-magnetic trip unit. This provides fixed long-time thermal overload protection and fixed instantaneous magnetic short-circuit protection.
Is this breaker suitable for DC voltage applications?
Yes, in addition to its AC ratings, this breaker is rated for DC applications with a high interrupting capacity of 85kA at both 250VDC and 500VDC.
What is the frame size of the 3VA5217-5ED61-0AA0?
This breaker is built on the Siemens 3VA52 frame, which has a maximum capacity of 250A, even though this specific unit is factory-set for a 175A continuous current rating.
What interrupting class does the 5 in the 3VA5217-5ED61-0AA0 part number represent?
The 5 designates a Medium (Class M) breaking capacity. This corresponds to the 35kA interrupting rating at 480VAC and 18kA at 600VAC.
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Customers rate this product 4.8 out of 5 based on 8 reviews.