Product Description

Siemens 5SL7416-8RC MCB 16A 4-Pole D Characteristic 15kA

The Siemens 5SL7416-8RC is a SENTRON 5SL7 miniature circuit breaker (MCB) designed to provide reliable protection against overload and short-circuit conditions in electrical installations. This Siemens MCB features a 16 A rated current, 4-pole configuration, D tripping characteristic, 415 V rated voltage and 15 kA short-circuit breaking capacity, making it suitable for appropriately designed industrial, commercial and electrical distribution applications.

The Siemens 5SL7416-8RC 16A 4-pole MCB is designed for circuits where dependable overcurrent protection is required and where connected equipment may experience higher starting or inrush currents. Its D tripping characteristic is suitable for selected applications involving motors, transformers, inductive loads and equipment with relatively high startup currents.

The 4-pole configuration provides coordinated protection and switching for suitable electrical systems requiring four-pole circuit protection. It can be incorporated into electrical distribution boards, industrial control panels, machinery panels and switchboards where a compact four-pole protective device is required.

One of the important characteristics of the 5SL7416-8RC is its 15 kA short-circuit breaking capacity. This provides a higher specified fault-interruption capability for electrical installations where the prospective short-circuit current requires an MCB with an appropriate breaking capacity. Proper fault-current assessment and protection coordination should always be carried out before selecting the device.

The 415 V rating makes the MCB suitable for compatible electrical distribution systems operating within its specified voltage rating. Its 16 A rated current makes it suitable for appropriately designed circuits where the connected load and conductor capacity match the protective device.

As part of the Siemens SENTRON 5SL7 series, the 5SL7416-8RC is suitable for professional electrical protection applications. It can be considered by panel builders, OEMs, electrical contractors, system integrators and industrial maintenance teams.

The D characteristic should be selected according to the actual characteristics of the connected load. It can accommodate higher startup currents, but correct application requires consideration of the cable rating, load current, prospective short-circuit current and coordination with other protective devices.

Key Features

• Siemens 5SL7416-8RC
• SENTRON 5SL7 series MCB
• Rated current: 16 A
• Rated voltage: 415 V
• 4-pole (4P) configuration
• D tripping characteristic
• 15 kA short-circuit breaking capacity
• Designed for overload protection
• Designed for short-circuit protection
• Suitable for selected high-inrush-current applications
• Suitable for selected motor circuits
• Suitable for transformer-related circuits
• Suitable for inductive loads
• Suitable for industrial control panels
• Suitable for commercial distribution boards
• Suitable for OEM electrical equipment

Applications

The Siemens 5SL7416-8RC 16A 4-pole D curve MCB can be considered for:

• Industrial electrical distribution
• Commercial distribution boards
• Industrial control panels
• Machine control panels
• Motor-related circuits
• Transformer circuits
• Inductive load protection
• Manufacturing facilities
• Electrical switchboards
• OEM electrical panels
• Industrial automation systems
• Machinery installations
• Infrastructure electrical systems
• Power distribution applications
• Electrical equipment protection

Benefits

The Siemens 5SL7416-8RC provides dependable circuit protection for electrical systems requiring a 16 A, 4-pole MCB with D characteristic. The D tripping characteristic is particularly useful for selected circuits where equipment generates higher starting or inrush currents during normal operation.

This makes the device suitable for appropriately designed applications involving motors, transformers, inductive equipment and other loads with higher startup currents. Correct selection helps reduce the possibility of unwanted tripping while maintaining the required circuit protection.

The 15 kA breaking capacity provides a higher specified short-circuit interruption capability for installations where the prospective fault current requires this level of protection. The actual fault level should always be determined before selecting the protective device.

The 4-pole construction provides a compact solution for suitable multi-phase circuits requiring coordinated protection and switching. This can help panel builders maintain an organized and space-efficient arrangement within electrical distribution boards and industrial control panels.

The 16 A current rating makes the 5SL7416-8RC suitable for appropriately designed lower-current circuits, while its 415 V rating supports use in compatible electrical distribution systems.

The Siemens 5SL7 series can also be used with compatible accessories in suitable configurations, allowing additional electrical protection, signalling or monitoring functions to be incorporated where applicable.

The Siemens 16 A 4P D curve 15 kA MCB can be considered for suitable projects across Faridabad, Delhi NCR, Noida, Gurgaon/Gurugram, Ghaziabad, Punjab, Mumbai, Pune, Ahmedabad, Hyderabad, Bengaluru/Bangalore, Chennai, Kolkata, Jaipur, Chandigarh, Ludhiana and other major industrial locations across India.

Always verify the load characteristics, cable rating, prospective short-circuit current, system voltage and coordination with upstream and downstream protective devices before installation.

Why Buy Siemens 5SL7416-8RC from SB Smart?

SB Smart supplies Siemens industrial electrical, automation and circuit protection products for OEMs, panel builders, electrical contractors, system integrators and industrial maintenance teams across India.

The Siemens 5SL7416-8RC 16A 4P D characteristic 15 kA MCB is suitable for customers looking for Siemens circuit protection products for industrial, commercial, machinery and infrastructure applications.

SB Smart supports sourcing requirements across Faridabad, Delhi NCR, Noida, Gurgaon/Gurugram, Mumbai, Pune, Ahmedabad, Hyderabad, Bengaluru/Bangalore, Chennai, Kolkata, Chandigarh, Ludhiana and other major Indian industrial markets.

FAQs

1. What is Siemens 5SL7416-8RC?
It is a Siemens SENTRON 5SL7 miniature circuit breaker rated 16 A, 4-pole, D characteristic, 415 V and 15 kA breaking capacity.

2. What is the rated current?
The rated current is 16 A.

3. How many poles does this MCB have?
The 5SL7416-8RC is a 4-pole (4P) miniature circuit breaker.

4. What is the tripping characteristic?
It has a D tripping characteristic, suitable for selected circuits with higher starting or inrush currents.

5. What is the breaking capacity?
The specified short-circuit breaking capacity is 15 kA.

6. What is the rated voltage?
The specified rated voltage is 415 V.

7. Where can the 5SL7416-8RC be used?
It can be used in suitable industrial distribution systems, control panels, machinery, motor-related circuits, transformer applications, commercial installations and OEM equipment.

8. Why is a D characteristic useful?
A D characteristic can be appropriate for selected loads with higher starting or inrush currents. The final MCB selection should be based on the actual equipment and complete electrical protection design.