ComPacT NSX160F Circuit Breaker 36kA AC 4P4R 160A Micrologic 4.2

The ComPacT NSX160F circuit breaker from Schneider Electric (reference C16F44V160) is an advanced solution for protecting electrical installations against overloads, short circuits, and ground faults. This 4-pole, 4-relay circuit breaker is designed to provide optimal performance in a variety of standard and specific applications, combining advanced technology with an ergonomic and easy-to-install design.

With a breaking capacity of 36 kA at 415 V AC, this circuit breaker can handle high fault currents, ensuring safety and performance in electrical distribution environments. It operates with a rated current of 160 A at 40 °C, ensuring sufficient capacity for medium and high power installations. Additionally, it operates at a rated voltage of 440 V AC with a frequency of 50/60 Hz, making it suitable for a wide variety of networks and industrial applications.

The ComPacT NSX160F is equipped with a Micrologic 4.2 electronic control unit, which incorporates adjustable ground fault protection. This unit offers advanced protection features, such as long and short delay, and a fixed instantaneous protection, ensuring a quick and efficient response to potential failures in the electrical system. LSoIR technology ensures that the circuit breaker can manage overload, short circuit, and ground fault situations with great precision, providing greater protection to equipment and people.

Key technical data:

• Number of poles: 4P (4 relays)
• Rated current: 160 A at 40 °C
• Rated operating voltage: 440 V AC 50/60 Hz
• Maximum breaking capacity:
  • 85 kA at 220-240 V AC
  • 36 kA at 380-415 V AC
  • 35 kA at 440 V AC
  • 8 kA at 660-690 V AC
• Dimensions: 140 mm (width) x 161 mm (height) x 86 mm (depth)

The design of this circuit breaker has been optimized for easy installation and handling. One of its standout features is its new ergonomic lever, which facilitates manual operations, allowing for quick and safe actuation of the breaker. Additionally, the front plate has also been redesigned to improve ergonomics, providing a more comfortable installation experience and reducing assembly times by up to 40%, which is especially advantageous for panel builders.

This circuit breaker is compatible with a wide variety of optional accessories, allowing it to adapt to different configurations and specific needs of each installation. Furthermore, it complies with major international standards, including IEC 60947, CCC, and EAC, ensuring its suitability for use in various applications and international markets, including marine applications.

Key advantages:

• High breaking capacity: With a capacity of 36 kA at 415 V AC, this circuit breaker is suitable for protecting electrical installations with high safety requirements.
• Adjustable ground fault protection: The Micrologic 4.2 control unit offers adjustable ground fault protection, ensuring a quick and efficient response to electrical failures.
• Ergonomic design: The new ergonomic lever and optimized front plate facilitate the installation and manual operation of the circuit breaker, reducing wiring time by up to 40%.

The ComPacT NSX160F is part of Schneider Electric's EcoStruxure Power architecture, allowing for complete integration into advanced energy management systems. Thanks to this integration, users can monitor, control, and optimize the performance of the electrical system, ensuring greater efficiency and safety.

Regulatory compliance:

This circuit breaker complies with major international standards, ensuring that it has been designed and tested to operate with the highest safety and performance standards. Among these standards are IEC 60947, CCC, EAC, and marine specifications, making it a suitable option for offshore applications or in environments with extreme conditions.

Recommended applications:

• Electrical distribution systems in industrial and commercial environments.
• Protection of electrical circuits against overloads, short circuits, and ground faults.
• Standard and specific applications in industrial, commercial, and maritime sectors.