The Schneider Electric Compact NSX is a high-performance Moulded Case Circuit Breaker (MCCB) from the Acti 9 / Masterpact series. The model NSX160N refers to the specific 160A frame size with an N-type (High) breaking capacity.
Parameter Specification
Product Line / Range Acti 9 / Compact NSX
Frame Size NSX160
Number of Poles 3-Pole (3P)
Breaking Capacity Category N (High Breaking Capacity)
Rated Ultimate Breaking Capacity (Icu) 50 kA at 415V AC (IEC 60947-2)
Other capacities for NSX160: H (70 kA), S (100 kA).
Rated Service Breaking Capacity (Ics) 100% of Icu (50 kA) for category A at 415V AC.
Rated Operational Current (In) Up to 160A (Defined by the trip unit. Thermal-magnetic: fixed ratings; Electronic: adjustable within the frame range, e.g., 80-160A).
Rated Operational Voltage (Ue) 690V AC / 250V DC
Rated Insulation Voltage (Ui) 1000V
Trip Unit Type Must be specified. Options:
• Thermal-Magnetic (TM-D, TM-G): Basic fixed protection.
• Electronic (Micrologic 2.0/5.0/6.0/7.0): Advanced adjustable protection with ground fault (6.0/7.0) and measurement (5.0/7.0).
Protection Functions • Overload (L)
• Short-Circuit (S)
• Ground Fault (G) – *with Micrologic 6.0/7.0*
Standards & Compliance IEC 60947-1 & 60947-2, CCC, CE
Electrical Durability Up to 20,000 operations at In
Mechanical Durability Up to 25,000 operations
Mounting Style Fixed, Plug-in, or Withdrawable (must be specified).
Terminals Front or rear connection for cables/busbars (terminal kits required).
Control Rotary Handle (standard). Options: Motorized Mechanism (MCH), Shunt Release (MX), Undervoltage Release (MN).
Auxiliary Contacts Add-on modules (OF, SD, SDE, Alarm).
Communication Optional communication modules (for Micrologic trip units).
Ambient Temperature -25°C to +70°C (derating may apply above 40°C)
Protection Degree (IP) IP40 (terminal area), IP20 (front)