Designed for complex industrial and marine applications, the Siemens 3VA6816-6HQ31-0AA0 is a 1600A molded case circuit breaker. It delivers superior 3-phase protection and system coordination for demanding environments. This bolt-on MCCB mounts into Siemens switchboards and P5 panelboards. It also functions as a replacement for legacy RD63F160 breakers using a retrofit kit. The breaker utilizes an ETU360 electronic trip unit with adjustable LSIG functions and a 65kAIC rating at 480V.
What type of electronic trip unit is installed in the 3VA6816-6HQ31-0AA0?
This breaker features the Siemens ETU360 trip unit. It delivers LSIG protection (Long-Time, Short-Time, Instantaneous, and Ground-Fault) via rotary dials for precise field adjustments, but does not include an LCD screen.
What is the adjustable continuous current range for the 3VA6816-6HQ31-0AA0?
The long-time overload protection (Ir) can be dialed down from the maximum 1600A frame rating to as low as 600A, allowing flexibility for various load sizes.
How adjustable are the short-circuit protection settings on this 1600A breaker?
The short-time delay pickup (Isd) can be set between 1.5 and 10 times the rated current. The instantaneous pickup (Ii) provides a selectable range of 1.5 to 7.5 times the rated current.
Can the 3VA6816-6HQ31-0AA0 be applied in 100% rated continuous duty applications?
No, this specific model is a standard 80% rated breaker, indicated by the 0 in the 13th digit of the catalog number (-0AA0). For a 100% rated version, you must order the alternate catalog number ending in -2AA0.
What does the H in the 3VA6816-6HQ31-0AA0 catalog number mean?
The H designates a Class H interrupting rating. This provides a medium breaking capacity of 65kA at 480V and 35kA at 600V.
Is the 3VA6816-6HQ31-0AA0 suitable for marine environments or elevated temperatures?
Yes. All 3VA6 molded case circuit breakers are certified to UL 489 Supplement SB, are marked "Naval", and are suitable for continuous use at 50 degrees Celsius.
Is this Sentron 3VA68 breaker UL listed for reverse feed applications?
Yes, all 3VA68 electronic trip circuit breakers are UL listed for reverse feed, allowing line power to be connected to either the top or bottom terminals.
Which Siemens equipment is compatible with the 3VA6816-6HQ31-0AA0?
This 3-pole 1600A breaker is engineered for installation in Siemens switchboards and Siemens P5 panelboards.
Does this 3VA68 frame breaker include integrated ground-fault protection?
Yes. The LSIG trip unit includes built-in, adjustable ground-fault protection to help prevent equipment damage and meet NEC safety coordination requirements.
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Customers rate this product 5.0 out of 5 based on 2 reviews.
Siemens 3VA6225-5HL31-0AA0 - 250A 3 Pole Molded Case Circuit Breaker
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