The Schneider Electric Compact NSX160N 3P 150 A Magnetic Trip Circuit Breaker (MA) is a low‑voltage molded case circuit breaker (MCCB) designed for reliable short‑circuit protection in three‑phase AC electrical systems.
Specifications
Parameter Specification
Product Compact NSX160N MCCB, Magnetic Trip Type
Manufacturer Schneider Electric
Part / Model NSX160N 3P 150 A MA (example code: C16N3MA150 / LV430832)
Device Type Molded Case Circuit Breaker (MCCB)
Poles 3P (three protected phases)
Rated Current (In) 150 A at 65 °C
Trip Unit Type MA (Magnetic only) — instantaneous short‑circuit protection
Trip Functions I (Instantaneous / magnetic)
Rated Operational Voltage (Ue) 690 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Network Type Alternating Current (AC)
Rated Insulation Voltage (Ui) 800 V AC
Rated Impulse Withstand (Uimp) 8 kV
Breaking Capacity (Icu) • ~90 kA @ 220/240 V AC
• ~50 kA @ 380/415 V AC
• values vary by voltage level (per IEC 60947‑2)
Utilisation Category Category A (general distribution)
Adjustable Short‑Time Pick‑Up Approx 9…14 × In (adjustable magnetic threshold)
Mounting Mode Fixed (panel/switchboard)
Control / Operation Manual toggle lever
Width ~105 mm
Height ~161 mm
Depth ~86 mm
Net Weight ~2.2 kg
IP Protection IP40 (front) per IEC 60529
Standards / Compliance EN/IEC 60947‑2, CCC, EAC, Marine (varies by variant)
Operating Temp. −25 °C to +70 °C
Pollution Degree 3 per IEC 60664‑1