Schneider C16N3MA150 ComPacT NSX160N Trip Unit 3P 150 A MA

The Schneider Electric C16N3MA150 is a ComPacT NSX160N 3-pole circuit breaker rated 150 A, designed for motor protection at up to 690 V AC. It uses an MA current-based trip unit with adjustable instantaneous protection (9...14 x In) and delivers 50 kA breaking capacity at 415 V AC per IEC 60947-2.

Technical specifications:

• Commercial reference: C16N3MA150
• Manufacturer: Schneider Electric
• EAN:
• Series / range: ComPacT NSX new generation
• Product type: Circuit breaker
• Application: Motor protection
• Number of poles: 3P
• Rated current [In]: 150 A at 65°C
• Rated voltage [Ue]: 690 V AC 50/60 Hz
• Breaking capacity [Icu]: 90 kA at 220/240 V AC; 50 kA at 380/415 V AC; 50 kA at 440 V AC; 36 kA at 500 V AC; 10 kA at 660/690 V AC (IEC 60947-2)
• Performance level: N, 50 kA at 415 V AC
• Trip unit: MA, current-based, function I
• Instantaneous protection [Ii]: 9...14 x In, adjustable (9 settings)
• Short-time protection [Isd]: 9...14 x In, adjustable
• Rated insulation voltage [Ui]: 800 V AC 50/60 Hz
• Impulse withstand voltage [Uimp]: 8 kV
• Mounting: Fixed, back plate, horizontal and vertical handle position
• Connection: Front upper and lower, 35 mm
• Auxiliary slots: 5
• IP rating: IP40 (IEC 60529); IK07 (IEC 62262)
• Operating temperature: -25...70°C
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 105 x 161 x 86 mm
• Weight: 2.2 kg
• Standard: EN/IEC 60947-2
• Use category: A

Features and benefits:

• MA current-based trip unit with 9 adjustable instantaneous settings (9...14 x In) for accurate motor overload and short-circuit protection
• 50 kA breaking capacity at 415 V AC (performance level N) for use in demanding industrial environments
• Suitable for isolation per EN/IEC 60947-2, removing the need for a separate isolator in the circuit
• Five auxiliary slots enable flexible add-on module configurations without replacing the base unit
• Wide operating temperature range of -25...70°C for reliable performance in harsh industrial conditions

Applications:

• Motor protection in industrial automation and process control switchboards
• Motor starter assemblies in manufacturing, pumping, and heavy industry
• Branch circuit protection in industrial distribution panels up to 690 V AC
• Machine control panels requiring high short-circuit breaking capacity

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 C16N3MA150, Schneider Electric C16N3MA150, NSX160N MA 150A 3P motor protection circuit breaker.