The Schneider LS8V12340G is a molded case circuit breaker (MCCB) from Schneider Electric's LS8 series. This series of MCCBs is designed to provide reliable protection against overloads, short circuits, and other electrical faults, particularly in industrial, commercial, and residential applications.
Description:
Model: LS8V12340G
Type: MCCB (Molded Case Circuit Breaker)
Poles: 3 (Three-phase protection)
Rated Current: 340 A
Rated Voltage: 400 V AC
Application: Suitable for protecting electrical circuits, feeders, and equipment from overloads, short circuits, and faults. Commonly used in power distribution systems, motors, and industrial machinery.
Mounting: DIN rail mounted or panel-mounted
Standards Compliance: IEC 60947-2, UL 489, CSA C22.2
Parameters:
Rated Current (In): 340 A
Number of Poles: 3 (for 3-phase systems)
Rated Voltage (Ue): 400 V AC (for industrial systems)
Breaking Capacity (Icu): 50 kA at 400 V AC (withstands large fault currents)
Rated Insulation Voltage (Ui): 690 V
Tripping Characteristics:
Overload Protection: Thermal protection (adjustable for different load conditions)
Short-circuit Protection: Magnetic protection (instantaneous trip to protect circuits)
Frequency Range: 50/60 Hz
Auxiliary Contacts: Available for signaling and remote control (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): 8 kV
Protection Type: Overload, short-circuit, and earth fault protection