In summary, the Siemens 3VA1563-5MH32-0AA0 is a 630 A, 3-pole MCCB optimized for starter protection, offering instantaneous short-circuit protection, 55 kA breaking capacity, and reliable performance in motor and industrial control applications.
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3VA1563-5MH32-0AA0
circuit breaker 3VA1 IEC Frame 1000 breaking capacity class M Icu=55 kA @ 415 V 3-pole, starter protection TM120M, AM, In=630 A without overload protection short-circuit protection Ii=8…15 x In nut keeper kit
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| Product | |
| Article Number (Market Facing Number) | 3VA1563-5MH32-0AA0 |
| Product Description | |
| Product family | 3VA Molded Case Circuit Breakers up to 1600 A, IEC |
| Product Lifecycle (PLM) | Active Product |
| Price data | |
| Region Specific PriceGroup / Headquarter Price Group | 12P / 53J |
| List Price | Show prices |
| Customer Price | Show prices |
| Surcharge for Raw Materials | None |
| Metal Factor | LOA—– |
| General technical data | |
| insulation voltage / rated value | 800 V |
| operating voltage / at DC / rated value | |
| operating voltage / at AC / rated value | 690 V |
| power loss [W] / maximum | 132 W |
| power loss [W] / for rated value of the current / at AC / in hot operating state / per pole | 44 W |
| mechanical service life (operating cycles) / typical | 10 000 |
| electrical endurance (operating cycles) / at AC-1 / at 380/415 V | 4 600 |
| electrical endurance (operating cycles) / at AC-1 / at 690 V | 3 200 |
| ground-fault monitoring version | Without |
| WEEE (2012/19/EU) Take-Back Obligation | Yes |
| REACH Art. 33 Duty to inform according to the current list of candidates | not available |
| Net Weight | 13.272 kg |
Product Description
Product Overview
Product Code: 3VA1563-5MH32-0AA0
Brand: Siemens SENTRON
Designation: Molded Case Circuit Breaker
Product Family: 3VA MCCBs up to 1600 A (IEC)
Life Cycle Status: Active
Number of Poles: 3
Protection Type: Starter protection (Short-circuit only)
Trip Unit: TM120M
Protection Function: I (Instantaneous / short-circuit)
EAN: 4042948835029
UPC: 195125111059
Commodity Code: 85362090
Technical Specifications
Frame Size: 1000 A
Rated Current (In): 630 A
Overload Protection: Without (for use with external overload relay)
Short-Circuit Protection (Ii): 8 … 15 × In
Breaking Capacity: 55 kA @ 415 V AC (Class M)
Rated Operational Voltage: 690 V AC
Rated Insulation Voltage: 800 V
Maximum Power Loss: 132 W
Power Loss per Pole: 44 W in hot state
Mechanical Durability: 10,000 operations
Electrical Endurance (AC-1 380/415 V): 4,600
Electrical Endurance (AC-1 690 V): 3,200
Neutral Conductor Protection: Not available / not retrofittable
Ground-Fault Monitoring: Without
Communication Function: No
Measurement Function: No
Net Weight: 13.272 kg
Performance & Features
Starter protection design ideal for motor circuits requiring only short-circuit protection.
TM120M instantaneous trip unit ensures fast, reliable fault clearing.
Adjustable short-circuit trip range (8–15 × In) for coordination with motor protection systems.
55 kA breaking capacity suitable for medium-fault-level industrial networks.
Lightweight and compact for 1000 A frame size (13.27 kg).
Supplied with nut keeper kit for secure installation.
High mechanical and electrical endurance for long service life.
Applications
Motor starter circuits
Industrial machinery and automation panels
Motor control centers (MCCs)
Applications where external overload relays handle thermal protection
Feeder circuits requiring instantaneous short-circuit protection only
Summary
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the full form of MCCB in Siemens?
The full form of MCCB is Molded Case Circuit Breaker. A Siemens MCCB is designed to handle high electrical currents, often up to 1000A, making it highly reliable for industrial and commercial applications. These breakers provide advanced protection against overloads and short circuits, ensuring the safety of large electrical systems.
What is the difference between a Molded Case Circuit Breaker (MCB) and an MCCB?
The main difference between an MCB (Miniature Circuit Breaker) and an MCCB (Molded Case Circuit Breaker) lies in their capacity and applications.
✅MCBs are generally used for low-power applications, with a short-circuit breaking capacity of up to 10–15 kA. They are best suited for residential and light commercial systems.
✅ MCCBs, on the other hand, are designed for medium to high-power applications, with a breaking capacity ranging from 15 kA up to 100 kA and current ratings up to 1000A. This makes them ideal for industrial environments where large electrical loads need reliable protection.
Which company circuit breaker is best?
✅ In 2025, the leading circuit breaker brands include Siemens, Schneider Electric, ABB, Eaton, and Legrand. Among them, Siemens MCCBs—especially the Sentron 3VA series—stand out for safety, durability, and advanced circuit protection in industrial and commercial applications.
What breakers work in a Siemens box?
Siemens QT, QP, QAF, and QPF breakers fit Siemens panels. However, not all breakers are interchangeable—e.g., a QT breaker cannot replace a QP breaker. Always check compatibility before replacing.
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