Part of the Sentron 3VA6 series, the Siemens 3VA6816-6HN31-0AA0 is a 1600A molded case circuit breaker engineered for heavy-duty commercial and industrial applications. It provides reliable 3-phase power distribution and motor control protection. This bolt-on MCCB installs into Siemens switchboards and motor control centers. It features a compact, current-limiting design. Equipped with an ETU350 electronic trip unit, it offers adjustable LSI protection with a 65kAIC rating at 480V.
What type of trip unit is equipped on the 3VA6816-6HN31-0AA0?
This breaker features the Siemens ETU350 electronic trip unit. It provides adjustable LSI (Long-Time, Short-Time, and Instantaneous) protection functions for precise coordination.
What is the adjustable continuous current range for this 1600A breaker?
The ETU350 trip unit allows the long-time overload protection (Ir) to be adjusted from 600A up to the maximum 1600A rating.
What is the short-time pickup adjustment range for the 3VA6816-6HN31-0AA0?
The short-time pickup (Isd) can be adjusted from 1.5 to 10 times the selected continuous current setting (Ir).
What does the 6 after the hyphen in the 3VA6816-6HN31-0AA0 catalog number signify?
It indicates a Class H (medium) breaking capacity, which provides an interrupting rating of 65kA at 480V AC and 100kA at 240V AC.
Can the 3VA6816-6HN31-0AA0 be used to upgrade older Siemens breakers?
Yes, the 3VA6 series features a footprint nearly identical to legacy Siemens 3VL7 (NG) and 3VL8 (PG) molded case circuit breakers, allowing for straightforward retrofits in existing switchboards and motor control centers.
Does this breaker include ground fault protection?
No, the 3VA6816-6HN31-0AA0 is equipped with an LSI trip unit. Applications requiring equipment ground fault protection will need a breaker configured with an LSIG trip unit.
What equipment is the 3VA6816-6HN31-0AA0 designed to be installed in?
This breaker is engineered for use in Siemens switchboards and motor control centers requiring high-capacity line protection.
What frame size does the 3VA6816-6HN31-0AA0 belong to?
It is part of the Siemens 3VA68 frame family, which is designed for heavy-duty applications up to 1600 amps.
SuperClub
Join free. Get 500 SuperPoints.
Earn points on eligible purchases and redeem them at checkout.
We source obsolete and hard-to-find parts every day.
Shipping
Free Shipping Policy
Parcel shipments with item value over $99 qualify for free economy shipping within the continental US. Please call to confirm special handling instructions. We do not charge a handling fee or require a minimum amount on any order. SuperBreakers does not ship on customer accounts.
We strive to ship out your items the same day the order is placed. In rare circumstances SuperBreakers may reserve up to 5 business days to consolidate orders for complete shipment.
Expedited Shipments
Orders being shipped via Next Day Air, 2 Day Shipping or 3 Day Shipping must be received by 3 PM EST to guarantee same-day shipments. Expedited orders only ship on normal business days. Shipments will NOT be sent out on Saturdays and Sundays.
International Shipping
All International orders require a $1,000 minimum order threshold. Due to the special nature of these shipments, we require that these be placed with a SuperBreakers representative. Additional shipping and instructions will apply. All International Orders are Non-Cancel and Non-Refundable.
Reviews
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
Smooth Transaction, Great Seller, Solid product
I've ordered from SuperBreakers a couple times over the years. They have great customer service, knowledgeable employees, and I got my breaker in the expected timeline. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND this shop if you are a fellow circuit breaker enthusiast!
Siemens makes a reliable product. Y'all already know.