3VA1196-3EE36-0AA0

What type of device is this?

This is a compact low-voltage moulded case circuit breaker designed for line protection. It is a 3-pole unit from the 3VA1 frame 160 range and is intended for general electrical distribution applications.

What is the rated current of this breaker?

The rated current is 16 A. This makes it suitable for applications where a 16 A protective device is required within a frame size up to 160 A.

Is the overload setting adjustable?

Yes. The long-time overload setting Ir is adjustable from 11 A to 16 A, allowing the breaker to be set to match the connected load more closely.

What short-circuit protection setting does it use?

The instantaneous short-circuit trip setting Ii is fixed at 320 A, which is 20 times the rated current. This provides rapid tripping under high fault current conditions.

What trip unit is fitted?

It is fitted with a TM220 overcurrent release with LI protection. In practical terms, this means it provides overload and instantaneous short-circuit protection.

What is the breaking capacity at 415 V?

At 415 V AC, the breaker has a maximum short-circuit breaking capacity (Icu) of 25 kA and an operating short-circuit breaking capacity (Ics) of 25 kA.

What voltage ratings does it cover?

This unit is rated for AC systems up to 690 V at 50/60 Hz and DC systems up to 500 V. The rated insulation voltage is 800 V.

How many poles does it have?

It has 3 poles, so it is intended for three-phase circuit protection.

What are the connection details?

The breaker uses front terminals with a clamp or box terminal style connection. It accepts stranded copper conductors in the range 1 x 1.5 mm² to 70 mm².

What are the overall dimensions?

The approximate dimensions are 130 mm high, 76.2 mm wide and 70 mm deep. This can be useful when checking panel space before installation.

What is the ingress protection rating?

The front of the unit is rated IP40, which offers protection against solid foreign objects larger than 1 mm at the front face of the device.

Can this breaker be motor operated?

Yes. An optional motor drive can be added, so the unit can be adapted for applications where remote switching is required.

Does it include communication or metering functions?

No. This version does not include communication capability or additional measurement functions. It is a straightforward protective breaker rather than a smart monitoring device.

Does it have ground fault monitoring?

No. This version is supplied without ground fault monitoring.

What temperature range can it operate in?

The operating ambient temperature range is -25 °C to 70 °C. For storage, the temperature range is -40 °C to 80 °C.

Does it include auxiliary contacts?

No. This version has 0 changeover auxiliary contacts as standard.

Is neutral protection available on this model?

No. Neutral conductor protection is not retrofittable on this version.

Where is this breaker typically used?

This type of breaker is typically used in low-voltage control panels, distribution boards and industrial electrical systems where dependable line protection is needed. For reference, 3VA1196-3EE36-0AA0 combines compact dimensions with a 16 A rating and 25 kA breaking capacity at 415 V.