Schneider C12N3TM160B | Circuit breaker ComPacT NSXm N (50kA at 415VAC), 3 Poles 3d, 160A rating TMD trip unit, compression lugs and busbar connectors
Schneider C12N3TM160B | Circuit breaker ComPacT NSXm N (50kA at 415VAC), 3 Poles 3d, 160A rating TMD trip unit, compression lugs and busbar connectors
Description
Schneider C12N3TM160B | Circuit breaker ComPacT NSXm N (50kA at 415VAC), 3 Poles 3d, 160A rating TMD trip unit, compression lugs and busbar connectors
1. Technical Specifications C12N3TM160B
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Product Reference: C12N3TM160B
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Product Range: ComPacT NSXm
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Frame Type: NSXm N (Normal Breaking Capacity version)
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Rated Current (In): 160 A
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Number of Poles: 3 poles (3d – 3-pole device)
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Breaking Capacity: 50 kA at 415 VAC (IEC 60947-2)
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Trip Unit Type: TMD (Thermal Magnetic Trip Unit)
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Thermal Protection: For overload
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Magnetic Protection: For short circuit
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Connections Provided: Compression lugs and busbar connectors
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Mounting Type: Fixed
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Operating Voltage: Up to 415 VAC
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Frequency: 50/60 Hz
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Standards: IEC 60947-2 compliant
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Ambient Operating Temperature: Typically -25°C to +70°C
2. Key Features
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Designed for compact low-voltage power distribution with high performance.
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50kA breaking capacity makes it suitable for industrial and commercial installations with moderate fault levels.
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Equipped with a fixed TMD trip unit for reliable thermal and magnetic protection.
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Compact dimensions for space-saving in switchboards and distribution panels.
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Compression lugs and busbar-ready terminals provide flexibility in wiring and installation.
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Front-facing terminal access for easy maintenance and fast replacement.
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Supports modular add-ons such as auxiliaries, rotary handles, and communication accessories.
3. Applications
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Suitable for main circuit protection in low-voltage electrical distribution systems.
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Ideal for industrial panels, machinery, commercial buildings, and energy infrastructure.
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Can be used to protect feeders, lighting systems, HVAC equipment, and general power loads.
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Offers protection for applications where a high breaking capacity is needed but extreme fault levels (above 50kA) are not expected.
Additional information
| brands | Schneider Electric |
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Specifications
| Range | ComPacT new generation |
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| Product name | ComPacT NSXm new generation |
| Range of product | ComPacT NSXm new generation |
| Device short name | NSXm 160N |
| product or component type | Circuit breaker |
| Device application | Distribution |
| poles description | 3P |
| Protected poles description | 3D |
| [In] rated current | 160 A at 40 °C |
| [Ue] rated operational voltage | 690 V AC 50/60 Hz |
| Network type | AC |
| Network frequency | 50/60 Hz |
| Suitability for isolation | Yes conforming to IEC 60947-2 |
| Utilisation category | Category A |
| [Icu] rated ultimate short-circuit breaking capacity | 90 kA Icu at 220...240 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2 50 kA Icu at 380...415 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2 50 kA Icu at 440 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2 |
| Performance level | N 50 kA 415 V AC |
| Trip unit name | TM-D |
| Trip unit technology | Thermal-magnetic |
| Trip unit protection functions | LI |
| Control type | Toggle |
| Circuit breaker mounting mode | Fixed |
| [Ui] rated insulation voltage | 800 V AC 50/60 Hz |
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| [Uimp] rated impulse withstand voltage | 8 kV |
| [Ics] rated service short-circuit breaking capacity | 90 kA at 220...240 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2 50 kA at 380...415 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2 50 kA at 440 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2 |
| Mechanical durability | 20000 cycles |
| Electrical durability | 20000 cycles at 440 V In/2 10000 cycles at 440 V In 10000 cycles at 690 V In/2 5000 cycles at 690 V In |
| Power dissipation per pole | 12.21 W |
| mounting support | Backplate |
| Mounting position | Horizontal and vertical Flat on the back |
| Upside connection | Front |
| downside connection | Front |
| Connection terminals | Compression lug/busbar |
| Connection pitch | 35 mm with spreaders 27 mm without spreaders |
| 9 mm pitches | 9 module |
| Trip unit rating | 160 A at 40 °C |
| Long-time pick-up adjustment type Ir (thermal protection) | Adjustable |
| [Ir] long-time protection pick-up adjustment range | 0.7...1 x In |
| Long-time protection delay adjustment type tr | Fixed |
| Instantaneous protection pick-up adjustment type Ii | Fixed |
| [Ii] instantaneous protection pick-up adjustment range | 1250 A |
| Earth-leakage protection | Without |
| Number of slots for electrical auxiliaries | 1 slot(s) for auxiliary switch OF 1 slot(s) for alarm switch SD 1 slot(s) for voltage release MN or MX |
| Local signalling | Flag (green) for presence of auxiliary contacts |
| Width (W) | 81 mm |
| Height (H) | 137 mm |
| Depth (D) | 80 mm |
| net weight | 1.06 kg |
| Colour | Grey (RAL 7016) |
| Standards | EN/IEC 60947 |
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| Pollution degree | 3 conforming to IEC 60664-1 |
| IP degree of protection | IP40 conforming to IEC 60529 |
| IK degree of protection | IK07 conforming to IEC 62262 |
| Ambient air temperature for operation | -25…70 °C |
| ambient air temperature for storage | -50…85 °C |
| Relative humidity | 0…95 % |
| Operating altitude | 2000 m without derating 5000 m with derating |
| Unit Type of Package 1 | PCE |
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| Number of Units in Package 1 | 1 |
| Package 1 Height | 9 cm |
| Package 1 Width | 12 cm |
| Package 1 Length | 22 cm |
| Package 1 Weight | 1.148 kg |
| Unit Type of Package 2 | S03 |
| Number of Units in Package 2 | 9 |
| Package 2 Height | 30 cm |
| Package 2 Width | 30 cm |
| Package 2 Length | 40 cm |
| Package 2 Weight | 10.7 kg |
| Unit Type of Package 3 | P12 |
| Number of Units in Package 3 | 216 |
| Package 3 Height | 150 cm |
| Package 3 Width | 80 cm |
| Package 3 Length | 120 cm |
| Package 3 Weight | 304.89 kg |
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