Schneider C16N4 ComPacT NSX160N Trip Unit 4P

The Schneider Electric C16N4 is a 4-pole ComPacT NSX160N base frame circuit breaker for electrical power distribution, rated 160A at 40°C. Supplied without a protective unit, it delivers 50 kA Icu at 380/415V AC per IEC 60947-2 and accepts a compatible trip unit for flexible panel configuration.

Technical specifications:

• Commercial reference: C16N4
• Manufacturer: Schneider Electric
• EAN:
• Series / range: ComPacT NSX new generation
• Product type: Base frame, without protective unit
• Number of poles: 4P
• Rated current [In]: 160A at 40°C
• Rated voltage [Ue]: 690V AC 50/60 Hz (IEC 60947-2)
• Rated insulation voltage [Ui]: 800V AC (IEC 60947-2)
• Rated impulse withstand voltage [Uimp]: 8 kV (IEC 60947-2)
• Network type: AC, 50/60 Hz
• Icu breaking capacity: 50 kA at 380/415V AC; 90 kA at 220/240V AC; 10 kA at 660/690V AC (IEC 60947-2)
• Performance level: N - 50 kA at 415V AC
• Mechanical endurance: 40,000 cycles (IEC 60947-2)
• Mounting: Fixed, rear plate
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 140 x 161 x 86 mm
• Weight: 1.904 kg
• IP protection: IP40 (IEC 60529)
• IK protection: IK07 (IEC 62262)
• Operating temperature: -25 to 70°C
• Standards: EN/IEC 60947-2, UL 60947-4-1

Features and benefits:

• 50 kA breaking capacity at 415V AC for protection in high fault-current industrial networks
• Voltage rating up to 690V AC suits diverse power distribution system requirements
• IP40 enclosure with IK07 impact resistance for industrial panel environments
• 40,000-cycle mechanical endurance per IEC 60947-2 ensures long service life
• Isolation-suitable per EN/IEC 60947-2, usage category A for safe distribution switching

Applications:

• Main distribution boards in industrial and commercial installations
• Low-voltage switchgear assemblies with high short-circuit protection requirements
• Power distribution and feeder protection in manufacturing plants
• Motor control centers operating in high fault-current environments

Compliant with EN/IEC 60947-2 and UL 60947-4-1. Part of the Schneider Electric ComPacT NSX new generation range.

Also known as: Schneider C16N4, Schneider Electric C16N4, NSX160N 4-pole base frame, ComPacT NSX 160A circuit breaker.