Schneider VZ16 Additional Earthing Block, TeSys Vario, 175A for V5/V6

The Schneider Electric VZ16 is an additional earthing contact block from the TeSys Vario range, designed for use with V5 and V6 disconnectors. It provides a dedicated earth connection rated at 175 A, suitable for both AC and DC network types operating at up to 690 V AC 50/60 Hz.

Technical specifications:

• Commercial reference: VZ16
• Manufacturer: Schneider Electric
• EAN:
• Series / range: TeSys Vario
• Product type: Additional earthing block
• Compatible with: V5, V6
• Network type: AC, DC
• Network frequency: 50/60 Hz
• Rated operational voltage [Ue]: 690 V AC 50/60 Hz
• Rated impulse withstand voltage [Uimp]: 6 kV
• Conventional free-air thermal current [Ith]: 175 A
• Mounting location: Left or right
• Connection type: Screw terminal blocks
• Width: 30 mm
• Height: 125 mm
• Depth: 63 mm
• Weight: 0.25 kg
• IP protection rating: IP20 conforming to IEC 60529
• Operating temperature: -20 to 50 °C
• Fire resistance: 960 °C conforming to IEC 60695-2-1
• Vibration resistance: 10-150 Hz (5 gn) per IEC 60068-2-6
• Shock resistance: 11 ms (15 gn) per IEC 60068-2-27
• Standard: IEC 60947-3
• Certifications: GL, CSA, UL, UKCA
• Warranty: 18 months

Features and benefits:

• High-performance earthing block rated for 175 A continuous thermal current in free air
• Flexible mounting on either the left or right side of the disconnector
• Compatible with both AC and DC networks up to 690 V
• Screw terminal connections for reliable, secure wiring
• Wide operating temperature range of -20 to 50 °C for demanding industrial environments
• Multiple international certifications including UL, CSA, GL, and UKCA

Applications:

• Earth bonding in industrial motor control and protection panels using TeSys Vario V5 or V6 disconnectors
• Supplementary earthing in power distribution switchboards and control cabinets
• Machine safety circuits requiring dedicated protective earth connections
• Industrial automation installations operating on AC or DC supply networks

Compliant with IEC 60947-3. Part of the Schneider Electric TeSys Vario range.

Also known as: Schneider VZ16, Schneider Electric VZ16, TeSys Vario earthing block, additional earth contact block V5 V6.