Schneider C163160S Switch Disconnector, ComPact NSX160NA 3P 160A

The Schneider Electric C163160S is a 3-pole fixed switch disconnector from the ComPacT NSX160NA series, rated for a conventional free air thermal current of 160 A at 50°C. Designed for distribution applications, it supports both AC and DC networks up to 690 V AC and 750 V DC (3 poles in series), with utilisation categories AC-22A, AC-23A, DC-22A, and DC-23A.

Technical specifications:

• Commercial reference: C163160S
• Manufacturer: Schneider Electric
• EAN:
• Series / range: ComPacT NSX
• Device type: Switch disconnector
• Number of poles: 3P
• Conventional free air thermal current [Ith]: 160 A at 50°C
• Rated operational current [Ie]: 160 A AC-22A/AC-23A, 220-690 V AC 50/60 Hz
• Rated operational voltage [Ue]: 690 V AC 50/60 Hz; 750 V DC (3 poles in series)
• Rated insulation voltage [Ui]: 800 V AC 50/60 Hz
• Rated impulse withstand voltage [Uimp]: 8 kV
• Rated short-time withstand current [Icw]: 2.5 kA for 1 s / 3 s
• Rated short-circuit making capacity [Icm]: 3.6 kA (standalone); 330 kA (with upstream protection)
• Breaking capacity code: NA
• Network type: AC / DC
• Mounting: Fixed, backplate
• Control type: Toggle
• Connection: Front (upside and downside), pitch 35 mm
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 105 x 161 x 86 mm
• Weight: 1.8 kg
• IP protection: IP40 (IEC 60529)
• IK protection: IK07 (IEC 62262)
• Electrical shock protection: Class II
• Pollution degree: 3 (IEC 60664-1)
• Operating temperature: -25 to 70°C
• Storage temperature: -50 to 85°C
• Mechanical durability: 40000 cycles
• Standards: EN/IEC 60947-1, EN/IEC 60947-3
• Warranty: 18 months

Features and benefits:

• Suitable for isolation conforming to EN/IEC 60947-3, ensuring safe circuit de-energisation
• Contact position indicator included for clear open/closed status visibility
• Wide operating temperature range (-25 to 70°C) suitable for demanding industrial environments
• Supports both AC and DC networks, offering installation flexibility across multiple applications
• High mechanical durability of 40000 cycles for long service life

Applications:

• Main and sub-distribution boards in industrial and commercial buildings
• Isolation and switching duties in electrical distribution panels
• DC distribution systems including photovoltaic and battery installations
• Upstream switching protection in motor control centres

Compliant with EN/IEC 60947-1 and EN/IEC 60947-3. Part of the Schneider Electric ComPacT NSX range.

Also known as: Schneider C163160S, Schneider Electric C163160S, NSX160NA switch disconnector, ComPacT NSX 160A 3P isolator.