Siemens Miniature circuit breaker, 1+N-pole, C curve, 10kA, 16A Part number 5SY4516-7

Product Overview

The Siemens 5SY4516-7 is a SENTRON miniature circuit breaker (MCB) in a 1+N-pole configuration, rated for 16 A and type C tripping characteristic with a width of 70 mm. It is designed for AC systems at 230 V and offers compact protection of branch circuits in industrial and infrastructure applications.

Key Features

• Miniature circuit breaker 1+N poles for branch-circuit protection
• Rated current In = 16 A
• Tripping characteristic: Type C (suitable for general power and distribution circuits)
• Rated voltage: 230 V AC
• Breaking capacity: up to 10 kA at AC according to EN 60898 and up to 20 kA according to IEC 60947-2
• Width: 70 mm (D-type 1+N block)
• Screw-type terminals for secure connection

Technical Specifications

• Article Number: 5SY4516-7
• Series: SENTRON 5SY4 miniature circuit breaker
• Poles: 1+N (one phase plus neutral)
• Rated Current (In): 16 A
• Rated Operational Voltage (Ue): 230 V AC
• Breaking Capacity AC (Icn): 10 kA (EN 60898), up to 20 kA (IEC 60947-2)
• Width: 70 mm
• Ambient Operating Temperature: –25 °C to +55 °C
• Connectable Conductor Cross-Section: 0.75…35 mm²

Compliance & Certifications

• Manufactured to Siemens industrial low-voltage protection device standards
• Complies with EN 60898-1 and IEC 60947-2 for circuit-breaker performance and safety

Applications

Used for overload and short-circuit protection of branch circuits in industrial, commercial and infrastructure installations. Suitable for protecting lighting, socket outlets, control panels, HVAC systems and small motor feeders where a compact 16 A protection device is required.