Siemens Miniature circuit breaker, 1-pole, 230/400V, 6kA, 40A
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Siemens Miniature circuit breaker, 1-pole, 230/400V, 6kA, 40A Part number 5SY6140-7

EAN / Barcode 4001869246116
Product Type Control Panel
Product Class Miniature circuit breaker (MCB)
ETIM Class Miniature circuit breaker (MCB)
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Product Description

Product Overview

The Siemens 5SY6140-7 is a high-performance miniature circuit breaker designed for reliable electrical protection in commercial and industrial applications. This 1-pole circuit breaker features a 40 A current rating with 230/400 V operational voltage and 6 kA breaking capacity, making it ideal for protecting high-current single-phase electrical circuits and equipment from overloads and short circuits.

Key Features

  • 6 kA Breaking Capacity: Reliable protection against fault currents in standard applications
  • 1-Pole Configuration: Provides protection for single-phase electrical systems and individual circuits
  • C-Type Characteristic: Optimized for general applications with moderate inrush currents
  • High Current Rating: 40 A rating suitable for motor circuits and high-load applications
  • Compact Design: Space-efficient construction suitable for standard DIN rail mounting (D=70 mm)
  • German Engineering: Manufactured in Germany ensuring premium quality and reliability

Technical Specifications

  • Current Rating: 40 A
  • Voltage Rating: 230/400 V
  • Breaking Capacity: 6 kA
  • Number of Poles: 1
  • Trip Characteristic: C-type
  • Net Weight: 0.154 kg
  • Depth: 70 mm (D=70 mm)
  • Country of Origin: Germany
  • EAN: 4001869246116

Applications

This miniature circuit breaker is particularly suitable for:

  • Motor protection circuits
  • High-load single-phase equipment
  • Industrial machinery circuits
  • Large heating elements
  • Power distribution systems
  • Commercial electrical installations
  • High-load lighting circuits
  • HVAC equipment protection
  • Manufacturing equipment circuits

Compliance & Certifications

  • RoHS Compliance: Compliant since January 1, 2006
  • WEEE Directive: Subject to take-back obligations under directive 2012/19/EU
  • REACH Regulation: Contains lead in concentrations higher than 0.1% w/w as per Article 33 requirements
  • Export Control: AL: N / ECCN: N
  • Product Class: B - Return restricted, contact Siemens partner for returns

Product Classification

  • eClass: 27-14-19-01 (versions 6-14)
  • ETIM: EC000042 (versions 7-9)
  • UNSPSC: 39-12-16-03
  • IDEA: 4897
  • Product Group: 5503

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Technical Specifications

Additional equipment possibleYes
Ambient temperature during operating55 °C
Built-in depth70 mm
Compliance/StandardsEN 60947-2, IEC 60947-2, EN 60898, EN 60204-1, EN 60898-1, IEC 60068-2, UL 1077
Connectable conductor cross section multi-wired35 mm²
Connectable conductor cross section solid-core35 mm²
country_of_originGermany
Current limiting class3
Degree of protection (IP)IP20
descriptionMiniature circuit breaker 230/400 V 6kA, 1-pole, C, 40A, D=70 mm
Frequency50 Hz
IP RatingIP20
IP Rating DetailedIP20 with connected conductors Breaking Capacity switching capacity current at DC according to IEC 60947
Number of poles (total)1
Number of protected poles1
Over voltage category3
Part Depth (mm)83,00mm
Part Height (mm)93,00mm
Part Width (mm)21,00mm
Pollution degree3
Power loss3.5 W
Rated current40 A
Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp4 kV
Rated insulation voltage Ui440 V
Rated short-circuit breaking capacity Icn according to EN 60898 at 230 V6 kA
Rated short-circuit breaking capacity Icn according to EN 60898 at 400 V6 kA
Rated short-circuit breaking capacity Icu according to IEC 60947-2 at 230 V10 kA
Rated short-circuit breaking capacity Icu according to IEC 60947-2 at 400 V10 kA
Rated voltage400 V
Release characteristicC
Voltage typeAC
Weight (g)0,154 Kg
Width in number of modular spacings1
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