Eaton 194881 HN-B16/3 MCB 3P 16 A B Curve 6kA DIN Rail

The Eaton HN-B16/3 is a 3-pole, curve-B miniature circuit breaker from the xPole Home series, rated at 16 A with a 6 kA breaking capacity per IEC/EN 60898-1. Built for residential and commercial switchgear, it accepts conductors from 1 to 25 mm² and supports flush-mounted installation in standard DIN rail enclosures.

Technical specifications:

• Model code: HN-B16/3
• Catalog number: 194881
• Manufacturer: Eaton
• EAN: 9010238063655
• Product type: MCB (miniature circuit breaker)
• Series: xPole Home
• Number of poles: 3
• Tripping characteristic: B
• Rated current (In): 16 A
• Rated switching capacity (IEC/EN 60898-1): 6 kA
• Rated short-circuit breaking capacity at 230 V: 6 kA
• Rated short-circuit breaking capacity at 400 V: 6 kA
• Rated insulation voltage (Ui): 440 V
• Rated operational voltage (Ue) max: 230 V
• Rated impulse withstand voltage (Uimp): 4 kV
• Overvoltage category: III
• Pollution degree: 3
• Degree of protection: IP20
• Current limiting class: 3
• Voltage type: AC
• Frequency: 50-60 Hz
• Width: 3 modular spacings (53.1 mm)
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 53.1 x 73 x 85 mm
• Built-in depth: 44 mm
• Weight: 0.36 kg
• Conductor cross section (solid and multi-wired): 1-25 mm²
• Ambient operating temperature: -25 °C to +75 °C
• Power loss: 7.2 W
• Compliances: RoHS conform

Features and benefits:

• Curve B characteristic suits resistive loads and long cable runs with moderate inrush currents
• 6 kA breaking capacity at both 230 V and 400 V covers standard residential and light-commercial panel requirements
• Current limiting class 3 reduces peak fault energy, protecting downstream components
• Additional equipment possible, allowing auxiliary or signal contacts to be fitted
• Wide conductor range (1-25 mm²) accommodates both solid-core and multi-wired cables
• Rated to -25 °C, ensuring reliable operation in unheated or outdoor-adjacent enclosures

Applications:

• Final circuit overcurrent protection in residential consumer units
• Sub-distribution boards in apartment buildings and multi-family dwellings
• Commercial switchgear panels requiring IEC/EN 60898-1 compliant protection
• Lighting and general-purpose socket circuit protection
• Flush-mounted distribution board installations

Compliant with IEC/EN 60898-1. Part of the Eaton Moeller xPole Home series, designed for residential and commercial switchgear applications.

Also known as: Eaton HN-B16/3, Eaton 194881, Eaton catalog 194881, Eaton model HN-B16/3, Eaton xPole Home 16 A 3-pole MCB.