Schneider C16H3 ComPacT NSX160H Trip Unit 3P

The Schneider Electric C16H3 is a 3-pole ComPacT NSX160H basic circuit breaker frame, rated 160 A at 40°C, for AC electrical power distribution. Supplied without a trip unit, it delivers H-level performance with an ultimate short-circuit breaking capacity (Icu) of 70 kA at 380/415 V AC per IEC 60947-2.

Technical specifications:

• Commercial reference: C16H3
• Manufacturer: Schneider Electric
• EAN:
• Series / range: ComPacT NSX new generation
• Product type: Basic frame, without trip unit
• Number of poles: 3P
• Rated current [In]: 160 A at 40°C
• Rated voltage [Ue]: 690 V AC 50/60 Hz (IEC 60947-2)
• Rated insulation voltage [Ui]: 800 V AC (IEC 60947-2)
• Rated impulse withstand voltage [Uimp]: 8 kV (IEC 60947-2)
• Performance level: H - 70 kA at 415 V AC
• Ultimate breaking capacity [Icu]: 70 kA at 380/415 V AC; 65 kA at 440 V AC; 100 kA at 220/240 V AC (IEC 60947-2)
• Control type: Handle
• Mounting: Fixed, back plate
• Connection terminals: Front (upper and lower), 35 mm
• Mechanical endurance: 40,000 cycles (IEC 60947-2)
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 105 x 161 x 86 mm
• Weight: 1.474 kg
• IP protection: IP40 (IEC 60529)
• IK protection: IK07 (IEC 62262)
• Pollution degree: 3 (IEC 60664-1)
• Operating temperature: -25...70°C
• Standards: EN/IEC 60947-2, UL 60947-4-1

Features and benefits:

• H-level breaking capacity of 70 kA at 380/415 V AC for high-fault-current environments
• Wide rated voltage up to 690 V AC, compatible with both IEC and UL standards
• Base frame supplied without a trip unit, enabling selection of the required protective unit per application
• Suitable for isolation per EN/IEC 60947-2, supporting safe maintenance procedures
• Mechanical endurance of 40,000 cycles for extended operational life

Applications:

• Industrial and commercial main distribution boards
• High breaking capacity power distribution panels
• Motor control centers and industrial switchgear assemblies
• Switchboards requiring separately fitted trip unit protection

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 C16H3, Schneider Electric C16H3, NSX160H base frame, ComPacT NSX 160 A 3-pole frame.