The Schneider WG160/160/3 is a switchgear or circuit breaker unit designed for protecting electrical circuits in industrial and commercial environments. This model is part of Schneider Electric's range of high-performance molded case circuit breakers (MCCBs) or switchgear products, offering reliable protection against overloads, short circuits, and other electrical faults.
Description:
Model: WG160/160/3
Type: Molded Case Circuit Breaker (MCCB) or Switchgear
Poles: 3 (Three-phase protection)
Rated Current: 160 A
Rated Voltage: 400 V AC
Breaking Capacity: 36 kA or 50 kA (depending on specific model variations)
Application: This breaker is used for protecting industrial circuits, distribution systems, motors, and heavy-duty equipment from overloads, short circuits, and ground faults.
Mounting: DIN rail mounted or panel-mounted
Standards Compliance: IEC 60947-2, UL 489, CSA C22.2
Parameters:
Rated Current (In): 160 A
Number of Poles: 3 (for 3-phase systems)
Rated Voltage (Ue): 400 V AC
Breaking Capacity (Icu):
36 kA or 50 kA (depending on the specific model configuration)
Rated Insulation Voltage (Ui): 690 V
Tripping Characteristics:
Overload Protection: Thermal (adjustable)
Short-circuit Protection: Magnetic (instantaneous trip)
Frequency Range: 50/60 Hz
Auxiliary Contacts: Available for remote monitoring or signaling (NO or NC contacts)
Temperature Range: -5°C to +40°C
Mechanical Durability: 10,000 cycles
Electrical Durability: 6,000 cycles
Connection Type: Screw terminals
Rated Impulse Withstand Voltage (Uimp): 6 kV
Protection Type: Overload, short-circuit, and earth fault protection