Product Description

Siemens 5SU1654-7RC06 RCBO – 6A, 2-Pole, 300mA, Type A, C-Characteristic

The Siemens 5SU1654-7RC06 is a SENTRON / Betagard 5SU1 Residual Current Circuit Breaker with Overcurrent Protection (RCBO) designed to provide combined overcurrent and residual-current protection for compatible single-phase electrical circuits. It is specified as a 6 A, 2-pole / 1+N, 2-module, Type A, 300 mA RCBO with C tripping characteristic. Siemens' current technical data for the corresponding 5SU1654-7KK06 confirms 6 A rated current, Type A, 300 mA, C characteristic, 1P+N configuration, 230 V AC rated voltage and 10 kA short-circuit capability.

The India product designation identifies the exact article as 5SU16547RC06, with 240 V AC and a compact 2-module configuration.

Siemens 5SU1654-7RC06 RCBO

The 5SU1654-7RC06 belongs to the Siemens SENTRON / Betagard 5SU1 RCBO family.

Unlike an RCCB, which primarily provides residual-current protection, an RCBO combines multiple protection functions in one device:

• Overload protection

• Short-circuit protection

• Residual-current protection

This integrated design can simplify electrical-panel construction and provide dedicated protection for individual circuits.

Siemens' technical documentation confirms the corresponding 6 A RCBO as a 1P+N, Type A, 300 mA, C-characteristic, instantaneous device.

6 A Rated Current

The RCBO has a rated current of 6 A.

This makes it suitable for compatible low-current single-phase circuits where the connected load, conductor size and installation method are designed for a 6 A protective device.

Potential applications include:

• Lighting circuits

• Control circuits

• Instrumentation circuits

• Small electronic equipment

• Building auxiliary circuits

• Automation control circuits

• Small single-phase loads

The final current rating should always be selected according to the complete electrical installation design.

C Tripping Characteristic

The 5SU1654-7RC06 uses a C tripping characteristic.

A C-curve protective device is suitable for circuits where normal operation can produce moderate short-duration inrush current.

Potential applications include:

• Small motors

• Fans

• Pumps

• Contactors

• Solenoids

• Control transformers

• Equipment with moderate starting current

The C characteristic should be selected according to the actual load and protection-coordination requirements.

Type A Residual Current Protection

The device uses Type A residual-current protection.

Type A protection is designed to detect suitable AC residual currents as well as pulsating DC residual-current components. This makes it suitable for many modern electronic and electrical loads.

Potential applications include:

• Electronic power supplies

• Rectifier circuits

• Automation equipment

• Industrial controls

• Switching power supplies

• Modern electrical equipment

Siemens' current technical data confirms the corresponding 6 A article as Type A.

300 mA Residual Current Sensitivity

The 5SU1654-7RC06 has a rated residual operating current of 300 mA.

When the residual-current condition reaches the specified operating level, the RCBO disconnects the protected circuit.

The 300 mA sensitivity should be selected according to the intended protection scheme. It should not be automatically substituted with a 30 mA RCBO because the two ratings are intended for different protection requirements.

The exact Siemens technical data confirms 300 mA residual-current sensitivity for the corresponding 6 A article.

2-Pole / 1+N Configuration

The RCBO has a 2-pole / 1+N configuration.

This makes it suitable for compatible single-phase electrical circuits where phase and neutral are incorporated into the switching arrangement.

Typical applications include:

• Single-phase distribution boards

• Control panels

• Commercial electrical panels

• Building services

• Automation panels

• Small industrial circuits

• Equipment feeders

240 V AC India Application

The India product information identifies the 5SU16547RC06 as a 240 V AC RCBO.

Siemens' technical data for the corresponding 5SU1654-7KK06 specifies 230 V AC rated operating voltage.

For the SB Smart product listing, the supplied 240 V India designation can be retained, while the actual installation should be checked against the exact Siemens rating and electrical-system requirements.

10 kA Short-Circuit Capability

The corresponding Siemens 6 A RCBO is specified as a 10 kA device.

This characteristic should be considered together with the prospective short-circuit current at the installation point and the complete upstream protection arrangement.

The RCBO provides its own overcurrent protection, but installation coordination remains necessary.

Instantaneous Operation

The corresponding 5SU1654-7KK06 is specified as an instantaneous RCBO.

This means the residual-current and overcurrent protection functions operate according to their specified characteristics without an intentional short-time delay.

Compact 2-Module Design

The supplied product description identifies the RCBO as a 2-module device.

A standard module width is 18 mm, so a 2-module product occupies approximately 36 mm of modular panel width.

This compact format is useful where panel space is limited.

Potential applications include:

• Modular distribution boards

• Control panels

• Consumer units

• Commercial electrical enclosures

• Sub-distribution boards

• Industrial control cabinets

Siemens documentation for the corresponding 1P+N Type A RCBO range confirms compact modular construction.

DIN-Rail Installation

The 5SU1 RCBO family is designed for modular electrical installation.

The compact construction allows integration with other DIN-mounted protection and control components.

This makes the 5SU1654-7RC06 suitable for panel builders and electrical contractors who require dedicated circuit-level protection in a compact arrangement.

Overload Protection

The RCBO provides protection against overload current.

An overload occurs when the connected circuit continuously draws more current than the circuit has been designed to carry.

The 6 A rated current should therefore be matched with the connected cable, load and installation method.

Short-Circuit Protection

The RCBO also provides short-circuit protection through its overcurrent protective function.

The specified 10 kA capability of the corresponding Siemens article should be considered in relation to the prospective short-circuit current of the installation.

Residual-Current Protection

Residual current occurs when part of the electrical current flows through an unintended path, such as leakage to earth.

The RCBO detects the relevant residual-current condition and disconnects the circuit when the operating threshold is reached.

With 300 mA Type A protection, this model combines residual-current protection with its 6 A C-curve overcurrent protection.

Applications with Electronic Loads

The Type A characteristic makes the RCBO suitable for compatible installations where leakage currents may contain pulsating DC components.

Potential applications include:

• PLC control circuits

• Automation equipment

• Electronic control systems

• Industrial instrumentation

• Switching power supplies

• Small electronic equipment

• Modern electrical panels

The actual suitability should be verified against the leakage-current characteristics of the equipment.

C-Curve Applications

The C characteristic makes the RCBO suitable for compatible circuits with moderate inrush current.

Potential applications include:

• Small fans

• Pumps

• Solenoids

• Small control transformers

• Contactors

• Auxiliary motors

• Industrial control equipment

The correct characteristic should be selected according to the load and protection-coordination requirements.

Single-Phase Distribution Applications

The 5SU1654-7RC06 can be considered for compatible single-phase applications such as:

• Lighting circuits

• Control circuits

• Instrumentation circuits

• Commercial distribution boards

• Building auxiliary circuits

• Automation panels

• Small equipment feeders

• Industrial auxiliary supplies

Difference Between RCBO and RCCB

The 5SU1654-7RC06 is an RCBO, not a conventional RCCB.

An RCCB primarily provides residual-current protection and normally needs separate overcurrent protection.

An RCBO combines:

Residual-current protection + overload protection + short-circuit protection

in one device.

This can reduce panel space and simplify circuit-level protection.

Difference from 5SU1654-7RC16

The 5SU1654-7RC16 is the 16 A version of the same general Type A, 300 mA, C-characteristic configuration.

Therefore:

5SU1654-7RC06 → 6 A

5SU1654-7RC16 → 16 A

The main difference is the rated current.

Siemens technical data confirms the 6 A version, while the same product family includes the higher-current variants.

Difference from 5SU1654-7RC32

The 5SU1654-7RC32 is the 32 A version with the same general Type A, 300 mA and C characteristic.

Therefore:

5SU1654-7RC06 → 6 A

5SU1654-7RC16 → 16 A

5SU1654-7RC32 → 32 A

The correct rated current should be selected according to the circuit requirements.

Difference from 30 mA Version

The Siemens 5SU1 family also includes Type A, C-characteristic RCBOs with 30 mA residual-current sensitivity.

The 5SU1654-7RC06 is specifically the 300 mA configuration. Siemens' catalogue separates the 30 mA and 300 mA variants.

Therefore, a 30 mA model should not be treated as a direct replacement without confirming the protection requirement.

Difference from Type AC Version

The 5SU1654-7RC06 is Type A, not Type AC.

Type A is designed for suitable AC residual currents plus pulsating DC residual-current components, while Type AC is intended for compatible sinusoidal AC residual currents.

The exact residual-current waveform of the connected equipment should guide product selection.

Suitable for Electrical Panel Builders and Industrial Buyers

The Siemens 5SU1654-7RC06 is relevant for:

• Electrical panel builders

• Industrial buyers

• Electrical contractors

• Commercial electrical contractors

• Facility-maintenance teams

• OEMs

• Machine builders

• Electrical distributors

• Automation system integrators

• Electrical product dealers

For SB Smart, the product is positioned as a Siemens Betagard/SENTRON 5SU1 Type A RCBO for 6 A single-phase circuit protection.

Technical Specification

These specifications are based primarily on Siemens' current technical data for the corresponding 5SU1654-7KK06, which specifies 10 kA, 1P+N, Type A, 300 mA, C characteristic, 6 A, 230 V AC and instantaneous operation. The India product listing confirms 5SU16547RC06, 240 V AC, 6 A, 2-pole, Type A and 300 mA.

Key Features

• Siemens SENTRON / Betagard 5SU1 RCBO

• Article number 5SU1654-7RC06

• 6 A rated current

• 2-pole / 1+N

• 2-module compact format

• Type A residual-current protection

• 300 mA residual-current sensitivity

• C tripping characteristic

• 240 V AC India-market designation

• 230 V AC technical rating for corresponding Siemens article

• 10 kA short-circuit rating

• Instantaneous operation

• Integrated overload and short-circuit protection

• Suitable for compatible electronic loads

• Suitable for single-phase modular electrical panels

Benefits

• Combined protection: Provides residual-current, overload and short-circuit protection in one device.

• 6 A rating: Suitable for compatible low-current single-phase circuits.

• Type A protection: Suitable where residual currents may include pulsating DC components.

• 300 mA sensitivity: Provides residual-current protection at the specified threshold.

• C characteristic: Suitable for compatible loads with moderate starting or inrush current.

• 2-module format: Helps optimize available panel space.

• 10 kA rating: Provides high short-circuit protection capability within the specified installation conditions.

• DIN modular design: Supports practical installation in distribution boards and electrical panels.

• Siemens 5SU1 platform: Provides a standardized solution for integrated circuit protection.

Why Choose Siemens 5SU1654-7RC06?

The Siemens 5SU1654-7RC06 combines 6 A overcurrent protection, C-curve tripping and Type A 300 mA residual-current protection in a compact 2-pole, 2-module RCBO.

Siemens' current technical data for the corresponding 6 A article confirms 1P+N configuration, Type A, 300 mA sensitivity, C characteristic, 230 V AC rated voltage and 10 kA short-circuit capability.

For SB Smart, this product is best presented as a Siemens Betagard 5SU1 Type A RCBO for 6 A, 300 mA single-phase electrical protection across India.

Delivery Across India

SB Smart supplies Siemens SENTRON/Betagard RCBOs, RCCBs and industrial electrical protection products across Faridabad, Gurgaon/Gurugram, Delhi NCR, Haryana, Noida, Punjab, Mumbai and other major Indian cities.

Major delivery locations include:

• Faridabad

• Delhi

• Gurgaon/Gurugram

• Delhi NCR

• Noida

• Greater Noida

• Haryana

• Punjab

• Mumbai

• Pune

• Ahmedabad

• Bengaluru

• Hyderabad

• Chennai

• Kolkata

• Jaipur

• Chandigarh

• Lucknow

• Indore

• Surat

• Vadodara

• Nagpur

• Coimbatore

• And other major cities across India

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is Siemens 5SU1654-7RC06?

The 5SU1654-7RC06 is a Siemens SENTRON / Betagard 5SU1 RCBO specified as a 6 A, 2-pole / 1+N, Type A, 300 mA, C-characteristic device.

2. Is this an RCBO or RCCB?

It is an RCBO, combining residual-current and overcurrent protection.

3. What is the rated current?

The rated current is 6 A.

4. What is the residual-current sensitivity?

The rated residual operating current is 300 mA.

5. What type of residual-current protection does it use?

It uses Type A residual-current protection.

6. What is the tripping characteristic?

It has a C tripping characteristic.

7. How many poles does it have?

It has 2 poles, configured as 1P+N.

8. What is the module width?

The product is specified as a 2-module RCBO. Indian product information identifies the article in the compact 2-module format.

9. What is the rated voltage?

The India product specification identifies it as 240 V AC, while Siemens' current technical data for the corresponding article specifies 230 V AC.

10. What is the short-circuit rating?

The corresponding Siemens article is specified as a 10 kA RCBO.

11. What is the difference between 5SU1654-7RC06 and 5SU1654-7RC16?

5SU1654-7RC06: 6 A, Type A, 300 mA, C characteristic.

5SU1654-7RC16: 16 A, Type A, 300 mA, C characteristic.

The main difference is the rated current.

12. Where can I buy Siemens 5SU1654-7RC06 in India?

SB Smart supplies Siemens SENTRON/Betagard 5SU1 RCBOs and industrial electrical protection products in India for panel builders, electrical contractors, industrial buyers, OEMs, automation integrators and maintenance requirements.