{"product_id":"siemens-3va5160-4ec31-0aa0","title":"Siemens 3VA5160-4EC31-0AA0 0A 3-Pole 3 V Circuit Breaker Potential Transformer","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeet the Siemens 3VA5160-4EC31-0AA0: a precision-built three-pole circuit breaker with an integrated potential transformer, designed for Siemens-compatible control panels and distribution systems. This part waves in on specialized protection and metering tasks, delivering a compact, single-module solution where accurate voltage sensing and reliable interruption are required.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eKey specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePart number: 3VA5160-4EC31-0AA0\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePoles: 3\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCurrent rating: 0 A\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eVoltage rating: 3 V\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eConfiguration: Circuit breaker with integrated potential transformer\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eManufacturer: Siemens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhy this Siemens model stands out\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat sets this unit apart is its purposeful integration: a 3-pole protection device paired with a potential transformer in a single assembly. This means streamlined wiring and fault-sensing pathways, which can simplify panel layouts and improve the reliability of protection relays and metering upstream. The three-phase design ensures synchronized protection across all phases, reducing the risk of imbalanced trips and enhancing coordination within Siemens-based systems.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eIdeal use cases\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eRetrofits and replacements in Siemens control panels that require a cohesive protection-and-metering module.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThree-phase switchgear installations where a compact, integrated solution minimizes wiring complexity.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLab benches or test setups that simulate or monitor protection schemes with a dedicated potential transformer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eInstallation, compatibility, and practical tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eConfirm panel and system compatibility with the part number 3VA5160-4EC31-0AA0 before installation.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOnly licensed electrical professionals should install or replace this device, following all relevant safety standards and Siemens installation guidelines.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eVerify electrical ratings: the unit lists a 0 A current rating and a 3 V voltage rating—ensure these align with your application requirements and measurement\/command circuitry.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDuring wiring, maintain clean, organized terminations to preserve accurate sensing by the integrated potential transformer and to facilitate reliable trips.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStore and handle the component in its original packaging until installation to prevent contamination or damage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis model is especially valuable for engineers and technicians who value a unified approach to protection and metering within Siemens ecosystems. By combining a three-pole breaker with a dedicated potential transformer, it helps streamline panel design, simplify maintenance routines, and bolster the accuracy of downstream protection relays and metering equipment. If your project calls for a Siemens-compatible, three-phase protection module with integrated sensing, the 3VA5160-4EC31-0AA0 is a purpose-built fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Siemens","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46423590928546,"sku":"3VA5160-4EC31-0AA0","price":1856.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/8094\/6850\/files\/siemens-3va5160-4ec31-0aa0-0a-3-pole-v-circuit-breaker-potential-336.webp?v=1789318654","url":"https:\/\/www.ampstate.com\/products\/siemens-3va5160-4ec31-0aa0","provider":"Ampstate Electric Corporation","version":"1.0","type":"link"}