Description

Schneider C12E3TM160L | Circuit breaker ComPacT NSXm E (16kA at 415VAC), 3 Poles 3d, 160A rating TMD trip unit, EverLink connectors

Specifications C12E3TM160L

  • Product Name: Schneider ComPacT NSXm E Circuit Breaker

  • Reference Code: C12E3TM160L

  • Type: MCCB – Molded Case Circuit Breaker

  • Breaking Capacity: 16 kA at 415 VAC (IEC 60947-2)

  • Poles: 3-pole, 3d (3 protected poles)

  • Rated Current (In): 160 A

  • Trip Unit Type: TMD (Thermal Magnetic Trip Unit)

  • Terminal Type: EverLink connectors

  • Mounting: Panel-mounted or within distribution boards

  • Frequency: 50/60 Hz

  • Voltage Rating: Up to 415 VAC

  • Range: ComPacT NSXm E

  • Certifications: IEC compliance, CE marking

Features

  • Compact design for optimized space utilization in panels

  • TMD trip unit provides dual protection:

    • Thermal for overload

    • Magnetic for short circuits

  • EverLink terminal technology ensures a consistent and secure clamping force over time, minimizing connection failures due to loosening

  • Easy installation with fixed mounting and top/bottom wiring flexibility

  • Long electrical and mechanical endurance, suitable for heavy-duty applications

  • Supports integration with auxiliary accessories such as auxiliary contacts, shunt trip, and undervoltage release

  • Clearly visible ON/OFF indication and manual operation handle

Applications

  • Ideal for use in low-voltage power distribution systems across commercial, industrial, and residential facilities

  • Provides circuit protection for equipment like HVAC units, lighting, motors, and socket outlets

  • Suitable for main or sub-main circuit protection in electrical panels

  • Widely used in factories, data centers, hospitals, and commercial buildings

  • Applicable in renewable energy setups and smart electrical panels requiring safe, compact breakers with reliable connections

Additional information

brands

Schneider Electric

Specifications

Main
Range ComPacT new generation
Product name ComPacT NSXm new generation
Range of product ComPacT NSXm new generation
Device short name NSXm 160E
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 25 kA Icu at 220...240 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2 16 kA Icu at 380...415 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2 10 kA Icu at 440 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2
Performance level E 16 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
Complementary
[Ui] rated insulation voltage 800 V AC 50/60 Hz
[Uimp] rated impulse withstand voltage 8 kV
[Ics] rated service short-circuit breaking capacity 25 kA at 220...240 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2 16 kA at 380...415 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2 10 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 1 Everlink lug wire size 2.5…70 mm², flexible copper 1 Everlink lug wire size 2.5…95 mm², rigid or stranded copper
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)
Environment
Standards EN/IEC 60947
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
Packing Units
Unit Type of Package 1 PCE
Number of Units in Package 1 1
Package 1 Height 12.0 cm
Package 1 Width 9.0 cm
Package 1 Length 21.0 cm
Package 1 Weight 1.202 kg
Unit Type of Package 2 S03
Number of Units in Package 2 9
Package 2 Height 30.0 cm
Package 2 Width 30.0 cm
Package 2 Length 40.0 cm
Package 2 Weight 11.192 kg

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