Schneider LV516303 circuit breaker EasyPact CVS160B

The Schneider Electric LV516303 is a 3-pole thermomagnetic circuit breaker from the EasyPact CVS range, rated at 160 A and designed for electrical power distribution. It delivers breaking capacities up to 40 kA at 220/240 V AC, providing combined overload and short circuit protection in industrial and commercial distribution systems.

Technical specifications:

• Commercial reference: LV516303
• Manufacturer: Schneider Electric
• EAN:
• Series / range: EasyPact CVS (CVS100...250)
• Product type: Circuit breaker
• Number of poles: 3P (3d protected)
• Rated current [In]: 160 A at 40°C
• Network type: AC, 50/60 Hz
• Usage category: Category A
• Breaking capacity [Icu]: 40 kA at 220/240 V AC / 25 kA at 380/415 V AC / 20 kA at 440 V AC (IEC 60947-2)
• Service breaking capacity [Ics]: 40 kA at 220/240 V AC / 25 kA at 380/415 V AC / 15 kA at 440 V AC (IEC 60947-2)
• Protection unit: TM-D thermomagnetic, 160 A
• Thermal overload adjustment: 112...160 A (0.7...1 x In)
• Instantaneous short circuit threshold: 1250 A (fixed)
• Rated impulse withstand voltage [Uimp]: 8 kV (EN/IEC 60947-2)
• Mechanical endurance: 25,000 cycles
• Electrical endurance: 12,000 cycles at 415 V
• Connection type: Screw terminal, max. 35 mm²
• Mounting: Fixed, back plate
• IP protection rating: IP40
• Operating temperature: -25...70°C
• Storage temperature: -50...85°C
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 105 x 161 x 86 mm
• Weight: 1.5 kg
• Electric shock protection class: Class II
• Pollution degree: 3 (IEC 60664-1)
• Certifications: IEC, GOST

Features and benefits:

• Thermomagnetic TM-D protection unit provides both thermal overload and instantaneous short circuit protection in a single device
• Adjustable thermal overload threshold (112...160 A) allows precise calibration to the protected circuit
• Breaking capacity of 40 kA at 220/240 V AC ensures reliable fault clearing in demanding low-voltage networks
• Contact position indicator enables quick visual verification of switch status
• Front-accessible screw terminals on both upper and lower connections for flexible cable routing

Applications:

• Main and sub-distribution boards in industrial facilities
• Outgoing circuit protection in commercial building electrical panels
• Power distribution in manufacturing and process automation installations
• Protection of high-current loads in low-voltage switchgear assemblies

Compliant with IEC 60947-2 and EN 60947-2. Part of the Schneider Electric EasyPact CVS range.

Also known as: Schneider LV516303, Schneider Electric LV516303, CVS160B TM160D, 160A 3-pole MCCB.