Description

Schneider C12F3TM160B | Circuit breaker, ComPacT NSXm 160F, 36kA/415VAC, 3 poles, TMD trip unit 160A, lugs/busbars

Specifications C12F3TM160B

The Schneider C12F3TM160B is a molded case circuit breaker (MCCB) from the ComPacT NSXm 160F series. It is designed to provide effective protection for electrical installations against overloads and short circuits. This 3-pole breaker has a rated current of 160A and a high short-circuit breaking capacity of 36kA at 415VAC. It is equipped with a thermal-magnetic (TMD) trip unit and supports both lug and busbar connections.

  • Product reference: C12F3TM160B

  • Series: ComPacT NSXm 160F

  • Function: Circuit protection (overload and short circuit)

  • Number of poles: 3

  • Rated current: 160A

  • Rated operational voltage: 415VAC

  • Breaking capacity: 36kA at 415VAC

  • Trip unit: Thermal-Magnetic (TMD)

  • Mounting: Fixed

  • Connection type: Lugs and busbars

  • Compliance: IEC 60947-2

Features

The ComPacT NSXm 160F breaker is known for its compact design, high breaking capacity, and easy installation. It is suitable for demanding applications where both performance and space-saving are important.

  • High short-circuit protection with a breaking capacity of 36kA, ensuring safe disconnection under fault conditions

  • Thermal-magnetic trip unit delivers dependable protection against both overloads and short circuits

  • Compact design allows for space-saving in electrical panels and distribution boards

  • Compatible with both lug and busbar connections for flexible installation

  • Front-face terminals for easy access during wiring and maintenance

  • Robust mechanical endurance suitable for frequent switching operations

  • Designed for integration in modern electrical systems requiring safe and compact protection solutions

Applications

The C12F3TM160B circuit breaker is ideal for low-voltage power distribution in a wide range of environments that require high reliability and safety:

  • Main and sub-distribution boards in commercial and industrial facilities

  • Power panels for machinery and heavy equipment in factories

  • Infrastructure systems such as data centers, hospitals, airports, and schools

  • Energy management systems including solar power installations

  • Motor control centers and feeder circuits in automated systems

  • Suitable for new installations and upgrades in space-constrained panels

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 160F
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 85 kA Icu at 220...240 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2 36 kA Icu at 380...415 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2 35 kA Icu at 440 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2
Performance level F 36 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 85 kA at 220...240 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2 36 kA at 380...415 V AC 50/60 Hz conforming to IEC 60947-2 30 kA at 500 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)
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 12.000 cm
Package 1 Width 9.000 cm
Package 1 Length 21.400 cm
Package 1 Weight 1.095 kg
Unit Type of Package 2 S03
Number of Units in Package 2 9
Package 2 Height 30.000 cm
Package 2 Width 30.000 cm
Package 2 Length 40.000 cm
Package 2 Weight 10.231 kg

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