The 3VA5215-5EC31-0AA0 is a 3-pole, 150A MCCB from Siemens' SENTRON 3VA5 family. It delivers robust overcurrent protection in a compact 250A frame. This unit installs into Siemens 3VA panelboards and switchboards. It serves as a modern replacement for legacy FXD63B150 breakers, requiring a retrofit kit for older panels. Equipped with a TM230 trip unit, it offers fixed thermal and adjustable magnetic protection. It features a 35kA interrupting capacity at 480VAC.
Which panelboards accommodate the 3VA5215-5EC31-0AA0 circuit breaker?
It is designed for Siemens 3VA panelboards and switchboards. As part of the 3VA52 frame group, it fits mounting provisions specifically dimensioned for Siemens 250A maximum frame breakers.
How does the trip adjustability work on the 3VA5215-5EC31-0AA0?
The breaker utilizes a TM230 thermal-magnetic trip unit. The thermal overload (long-time) continuous current is fixed at 150A, while the magnetic (instantaneous) short-circuit pickup is adjustable, allowing you to fine-tune the tripping threshold for fault currents.
Can the Siemens 3VA5215-5EC31-0AA0 be reverse fed?
Yes. All Siemens 3VA5 thermal-magnetic circuit breakers are UL listed for reverse feed applications, providing flexibility for wiring orientation during installation.
What does the 0AA0 suffix mean at the end of the 3VA5215-5EC31-0AA0 part number?
The 0AA0 suffix indicates the breaker is shipped from the factory without wire lugs. It features a punched copper connection bar. If you intend to terminate standard wire instead of bus, you must source field-installable lug kits separately.
How is the 3VA5215-5EC31-0AA0 applied in DC systems?
This breaker is rated for DC applications up to 500VDC with a 50kA interrupting capacity. When applying this 3-pole breaker on 500V DC networks, standard practice requires wiring all three poles in series.
What is the maximum frame size for this circuit breaker?
The 3VA5215-5EC31-0AA0 is built on the Siemens 3VA52 frame, which has a maximum continuous current capacity of 250A.
What type of circuit protection does the 3VA5215-5EC31-0AA0 provide?
This breaker is equipped with LI protection functions. The L stands for Long-Time delay, which safely protects the circuit against sustained thermal overloads. The I stands for Instantaneous, which immediately trips the breaker during a high-level short-circuit fault to prevent equipment damage.
Are internal accessories available for the 3VA5215-5EC31-0AA0?
Yes. The 3VA5 platform accepts a variety of standardized, modular internal accessories including auxiliary switches, alarm switches, shunt trips, and undervoltage releases that fit directly inside the breaker housing.
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