Protection Devices

The complete solution

Hager offers a wide range of protection devices, such as miniature circuit breakers, auxiliaries and
accessories, RCD add-on blocks, single pole and switched neutral devices, 2 and 4 pole RCCBs,
RCCB auxiliaries, RCBOs, HRCfuse carriers, motor starters, earth fault relays and surge protection
devices.
Miniature Circuit Breakers

Ph/N, 1, 2, 3, 4 Poles 4.02

Add-on Blocks for MCB Range 4.05
Add-on Blocks for Commercial Range 4.07

RCBOs

Type B and C SP&N 4.13

Single Pole 4.14

2 and 4 Pole RCCBs 4.16

Protection Devices
Auxiliaries and Accessories for MCBs, 4.21
RCCBs and RCBOs

Fuse Carriers 4.23

Photovoltaic Fuse Carriers, SPD and 4.25

Switch Disconnectors

Motor Starters 4.26

Surge Protection Devices 4.28

Technical Data 4.32

Miniature Circuit Breakers
6kA Type B and C - MBN, MCN
Description B curve : 3 to 5 In, Connection capacity
Protection and control of circuits C curve : 5 to 10 In rigid conductors : 25mm
against overloads and short poles : 1PP, 2PP, 3PP, 4PP flexible conductors : 16mm
circuits. Circuit isolation. (protected poles)
voltage rating : 240/400V AC Complies with IEC 60 898-1 and
Technical data current rating : 6 to 63A EN 60898-1.
breaking capacity : frequency : 50/60Hz
6kA (IEC 60 898-1), climate sealed : T2
curves : will accept accessories

Description In/A Width in z Pack Cat. ref.

17.5mm qty. B curve C curve

Single pole MCBs 6 1 12 MBN106A MCN106A

1 MBN110A
10 1 12 MCN110A
MBN116A MCN116A
16 1 12
MBN120A
20 1 12 MCN120A
MBN125A MCN125A
25 1 12

2
MBN132A
32 1 12 MCN132A
MBN140A
40 1 12 MCN140A
MBN150A
50 1 12 MCN150A
MBN163A
63 1 12 MCN163A

MBN116A

Double pole MCBs 6 2 6 MBN206A MCN206A

1 3 10 2 6 MBN210A MCN210A
16 2 6 MBN216A MCN216A
20 2 6 MBN220A MCN220A
25 2 6 MBN225A MCN225A

2 4
32 2 6 MBN232A MCN232A
40 2 6 MBN240A MCN240A
50 2 6 MBN250A MCN250A
63 2 6 MBN263A MCN263A

MBN232A

Three pole MCBs 6 3 4 MBN306A MCN306A

1 3 5 10 3 4 MBN310A MCN310A
16 3 4 MBN316A MCN316A
20 3 4 MBN320A MCN320A
25 3 4 MBN325A MCN325A
32 3 4 MBN332A MCN332A
2 4 6

40 3 4 MBN340A MCN340A
50 3 4 MBN350A MCN350A
63 3 4 MBN363A MCN363A

MBN320A

Four pole MCBs 6 4 3 MBN406A MCN406A

1 3 5 7 10 4 3 MBN410A MCN410A
16 4 3 MBN416A MCN416A
20 4 3 MBN420A MCN420A
25 4 3 MBN425A MCN425A

2 4 6 8
32 4 3 MBN432A MCN432A
40 4 3 MBN440A MCN440A
50 4 3 MBN450A MCN450A
63 4 3 MBN463A MCN463A

MBN440A

4.02
Miniature Circuit Breakers
6/10kA Type B and C - MT, MU

Description (protected poles) Complies with IEC 60 898-1

Protection and control of circuits voltage rating : 240/400V AC
against overloads and short current rating : 6 to 63A
circuits. Circuit isolation. frequency : 50/60Hz
climate sealed : T2
Technical data will not accept accessories
breaking capacity :
6kA (IEC 60 898-1), Connection capacity
curves : rigid conductors : 25mm
B curve : 3 to 5 In, flexible conductors : 16mm
C curve : 5 to 10 In
poles : 1PP, 2PP, 3PP, 4PP

Description In/A Width in z Pack Cat. ref.

17.5mm qty. B curve C curve

Single pole MCBs 6 1 12 MT106A MU106A

1 10 1 12 MT110A MU110A
16 1 12 MT116A MU116A
20 1 12 MT120A MU120A
25 1 12 MT125A MU125A
2
32 1 12 MT132A MU132A
40 1 12 MT140A MU140A
50 1 12 MT150A MU150A
63 1 12 MT163A MU163A

Protection Devices
MT116A
Double pole MCBs 6 2 6 MT206A MU206A
10 2 6 MT210A MU210A
1 3
16 2 6 MT216A MU216A
20 2 6 MT220A MU220A
25 2 6 MT225A MU225A
2 4
32 2 6 MT232A MU232A
40 2 6 MT240A MU240A
50 2 6 MT250A MU250A
63 2 6 MT263A MU263A

Three pole MCBs 6 3 4 MT306A MU306A

10 3 4 MT310A MU310A
1 3 5 16 3 4 MT316A MU316A
20 3 4 MT320A MU320A
25 3 4 MT325A MU325A
32 3 4 MT332A MU332A
MT216A
2 4 6
40 3 4 MT340A MU340A
50 3 4 MT350A MU350A
63 3 4 MT363A MU363A

Four pole MCBs 6 4 3 - MU406A

10 4 3 - MU410A
1 3 5 7
16 4 3 - MU416A
20 4 3 - MU420A
25 4 3 - MU425A
2 4 6 8
32 4 3 -
MU432A
40 4 3 - MU440A
50 4 3 - MU450A
63 4 3 - MU463A

MT320A

4.03
Miniature Circuit Breakers
10/15kA Type B, C and D - NBN, NCN, NDN

Description curves : climate sealed : T2

Protection and control of circuits B curve : 3 to 5 In, will accept accessories
against overloads and short C curve : 5 to 10 In,
circuits. Circuit isolation. D curve : 10 to 20 In Connection capacity
poles : 1PP, 2PP, 3PP, 4PP rigid conductors : 35mm
Technical data (protected poles) flexible conductors : 25mm
breaking capacity : voltage rating : 240/400V AC Complies with IEC 60 898-1,
10kA (IEC 60 898-1), current rating : 0,5 to 63A IEC 60 947-2, EN 60898-1 and
15kA (IEC 60 947-2) frequency : 50/60Hz EN 60947-2.

Description In/A Width in z Pack Cat. ref.

17.5mm qty. B curve C curve D curve

Single pole MCBs 0.5 1 12 - NCN100A NDN100A

1 1 1 12 - NCN101A NDN101A
2 1 12 - NCN102A NDN102A
3 1 12 - NCN103A NDN103A
4 1 12 - NCN104A NDN104A

2
6 1 12 NBN106A NCN106A NDN106A
10 1 12 NBN110A NCN110A NDN110A
16 1 12 NBN116A NCN116A NDN116A
20 1 12 NBN120A NCN120A NDN120A
25 1 12 NBN125A NCN125A NDN125A
32 1 12 NBN132A NCN132A NDN132A
40 1 12 NBN140A NCN140A NDN140A
NCN116A 50 1 12 NBN150A NCN150A NDN150A
63 1 12 NBN163A NCN163A NDN163A

Double pole MCBs 0.5 2 6 - NCN200A NDN200A

1 3 1 2 6 - NCN201A NDN201A
2 2 6 - NCN202A NDN202A
3 2 6 - NCN203A NDN203A
4 2 6 - NCN204A NDN204A
2 4
6 2 6 NBN206A NCN206A NDN206A
10 2 6 NBN210A NCN210A NDN210A
16 2 6 NBN216A NCN216A NDN216A
20 2 6 NBN220A NCN220A NDN220A
25 2 6 NBN225A NCN225A NDN225A
32 2 6 NBN232A NCN232A NDN232A
40 2 6 NBN240A NCN240A NDN240A
NCN232A 50 2 6 NBN250A NCN250A NDN250A
63 2 6 NBN263A NCN263A NDN263A

Three pole MCBs 0.5 3 4 - NCN300A NDN300A

1 3 4 - NCN301A NDN301A

1 3 5
2 3 4 - NCN302A NDN302A
3 3 4 - NCN303A NDN303A
4 3 4 - NCN304A NDN304A

2 4 6
6 3 4 NBN306A NCN306A NDN306A
10 3 4 NBN310A NCN310A NDN310A
16 3 4 NBN316A NCN316A NDN316A
20 3 4 NBN320A NCN320A NDN320A
25 3 4 NBN325A NCN325A NDN325A
32 3 4 NBN332A NCN332A NDN332A
40 3 4 NBN340A NCN340A NDN340A
NCN320A 50 3 4 NBN350A NCN350A NDN350A
63 3 4 NBN363A NCN363A NDN363A

Four pole MCBs 0.5 4 3 - NCN400A NDN400A

1 4 3 - NCN401A NDN401A

1 3 5 7 2 4 3 - NCN402A NDN402A
3 4 3 - NCN403A NDN403A
4 4 3 - NCN404A NDN404A
6 4 3 NBN406A NCN406A NDN406A

2 4 6 8
10 4 3 NBN410A NCN410A NDN410A
16 4 3 NBN416A NCN416A NDN416A
20 4 3 NBN420A NCN420A NDN420A
25 4 3 NBN425A NCN425A NDN425A
32 4 3 NBN432A NCN432A NDN432A
40 4 3 NBN440A NCN440A NDN440A
NCN440A 50 4 3 NBN450A NCN450A NDN450A
63 4 3 NBN463A NCN463A NDN463A

4.04
Add-on Blocks for MCBs
NBN, NCN, NDN

Description types : AC and A types equipment) and transient

When add-on block is frequency : 50/60Hz currents (from high capacitive
associated with MCBs (NGN, mounting type : side mounted circuits).
NBN, NCN, NDN, NQN, NRN, climate sealed : T2
NSN), the complete unit provides A and HI type (reinforced
an earth fault protection and Connection capacity immunity) : In addition to the
protects against electrical 25A : characteristics of AC type, it
shocks by direct or indirect rigid conductors : 10mm ensured for residual pulsating
contacts. They are designed to flexible conductors : 6mm direct currents, whether
be fitted to the right hand side of 40A, 63A : suddenly applied or slowly rising.
2, 3, and 4 poles MCBs. rigid conductors : 25mm They are used whenever fault
flexible conductors : 16mm currents are not sinusoidal. It
Technical data reduces the unexpected tripping
sensitivity : Technical information when they protect equipment
High sensitivity : 10mA, 30mA AC type : Ensured for residual generating disturbances like DC
instant tripping, sinusoidal alternating currents, fault current (washing machines,
Medium sensitivity : 100mA, whether suddenly applied or speed drives, microprocessing,
300mA, 500mA instant tripping slowly rising. It incorporate a electronic ballast...).
/ 300mA, 500mA, 1A selective filtering device preventing the
(time delay) risk of nuisance tripping due to Complies with EN 61008-1.
current rating : 25 to 63A the transient voltages (lightening,
voltage rating : 240/400V AC line disturbance on other
poles : 2P, 3P, 4P

Description In In/A Width in z Pack Cat. ref.

17.5mm qty class AC class A
and HI

Protection Devices
2 pole add-on blocks 10 mA 25 2 1 BC226 -

30 mA 25 2 1 BD226 BD225
40 2 1 BD241 BD240
63 2 1 BD264 BD263

100 mA 63 2 1 BE264 -

100 mA 63 2 1 BN264 -

300 mA 25 2 1 BF226 BF225
40 2 1 BF241 BF240
BD226 63 2 1 BF264 BF263

300 mA 63 2 1 BP264 -

500 mA 63 2 1 BG264 -

500 mA 63 2 1 BR264 -

1A 63 2 1 BS264 BS263

3 pole add-on blocks 30 mA 25 2 1 BD326 BD325

40 3 1 BD341 BD340
63 3 1 BD364 BD363

300 mA 25 2 1 BF326 BF325
40 3 1 BF341 BF340
63 3 1 BF364 BF363

300 mA 63 3 1 BP364 -

500 mA 63 1 BG364 -

BD364 1A 63 3 1 BS364 BS363

4.05
Add-on Blocks for MCBs
NBN, NCN, NDN

Description In In/A Width in z Pack Cat. ref.

17.5mm qty class AC class A
and HI
4 pole add-on blocks 30 mA 25 2 1 BD426 BD425
40 1 BD441 BD440
63 1 BD464 BD463

100 mA 63 1 BE464 -

100 mA 63 1 BN464 -

BD463 300 mA 25 2 1 BF426 BF425

40 1 BF441 BF440
63 1 BF464 BF463

300 mA 63 1 BP464 -

500 mA 63 1 BG464 -

1A 63 1 BS464 -

4 pole add-on blocks 30 mA 25 3 1 BDC825 BDH825
double output 40 3 1 BDC840 BDH840
63 3 1 BDC863 BDH863

300 mA 25 3 1 BFC825 BFH825

40 3 1 BFC840 BFH840
63 3 1 BFC863 BFH863

300 mA 63 3 1 BPC863 -

BFC840
1A 63 3 1 BSC863 -

4.06
Miniature Circuit Breakers
50kA Type C - HMX

Description curves : climate sealed : T2

Protection and control of circuits C curve : 5 to 10 In
against overloads and short poles : 1PP, 2PP, 3PP, 4PP Connection capacity
circuits. Circuit isolation. They (protected poles) rigid conductors : 70 mm
can be used for installation in voltage rating : 230/400V AC flexible conductors : 35 mm
commercial building and current rating :
industrial premises for high 10-63 50kA Complies with IEC 60 947-2.
interrupt capacities. 80-125 10-30kA
frequency : 50/60Hz
Technical data will accept accessories
breaking capacity :
50kA (IEC 60 947-2)

Description In/A Width in z Pack Cat. ref.

17.5mm qty

Single pole MCBs 10 1,5 1 HMX110

16 1,5 1 HMX116
20 1,5 1 HMX120
25 1,5 1 HMX125
32 1,5 1 HMX132
40 1,5 1 HMX140
50 1,5 1 HMX150
63 1,5 1 HMX163

Protection Devices
HMX120

Double pole MCBs 10 3 1 HMX210

16 3 1 HMX216
20 3 1 HMX220
25 3 1 HMX225
32 3 1 HMX232
40 3 1 HMX240
50 3 1 HMX250
63 3 1 HMX263

HMX225

Three pole MCBs 10 4,5 1 HMX310

16 4,5 1 HMX316
20 4,5 1 HMX320
25 4,5 1 HMX325
32 4,5 1 HMX332
40 4,5 1 HMX340
50 4,5 1 HMX350
63 4,5 1 HMX363

HMX320

Four pole MCBs 10 6 1 HMX410

16 6 1 HMX416
20 6 1 HMX420
25 6 1 HMX425
32 6 1 HMX432
40 6 1 HMX440
50 6 1 HMX450
63 6 1 HMX463

HMX440

4.07
Miniature Circuit Breakers
10kA Type B and C - HLE, HLF

Description curves : Connection capacity

Protection and control of circuits B curve : 3 to 5 In, rigid conductors : 70 mm
against overloads and short C curve : 5 to 10 In flexible conductors : 35 mm
circuits. Circuit isolation. They poles : 1PP, 2PP, 3PP, 4PP
can be used for installation in (protected poles) Complies with IEC 60 898-1 and
commercial building and voltage rating : 230/400V AC IEC 60 947-2.
industrial premises. current rating : 80 to 125A
frequency : 50/60Hz
Technical data will accept accessories
breaking capacity : climate sealed : T2
10kA (IEC 60 898-1),
10kA (IEC 60947-2)

Description In/A Width in z Pack Cat. ref.

17.5mm qty B curve C curve

Single pole MCBs 80 1,5 1 HLE180S HMF180

100 1,5 1 HLE190S HMF190

125 1,5 1 HLE199S HMF199

Double pole MCBs 80 3 1 HLE280S HMF280

HLE199S
100 3 1 HLE290S HMF290

125 3 1 HLE299S HMF299

Three pole MCBs 80 4,5 1 HLE380S HMF380

100 4,5 1 HLE390S HMF390

HLE299S 125 4,5 1 HLE399S HMF399

Four pole MCBs 80 6 1 HLE480S HMF480

100 6 1 HLE490S HMF490

125 6 1 HLE499S HMF499

HLE399S

HLE499S

4.08
Miniature Circuit Breakers
15kA Type B, C and D - HMB, HMC, HMD

Description curves : Connection capacity

Protection and control of circuits B curve : 3 to 5 In, rigid conductors : 70mm
against overloads and short C curve : 5 to 10 In, flexible conductors : 35mm
circuits. Circuit isolation. They D curve : 10 to 20 In
can be used for installation in poles : 1PP, 2PP, 3PP, 4PP Complies with IEC 60 898-1 and
commercial building and (protected poles) IEC 60 947-2.
industrial premises. voltage rating : 230/400V AC
current rating : 80 to 125A
Technical data frequency : 50/60Hz
breaking capacity : will accept accessories
15kA (IEC 60 898-1), climate sealed : T2
15kA (IEC 60 947-2)

Description In/A Width in z Pack Cat. ref.

17.5mm qty B curve C curve D curve

Single pole MCBs 80 1,5 1 HMB180 HMC180 HMD180

100 1,5 1 HMB190 HMC190 HMD190

125 1,5 1 HMB199 HMC199 HMD199

Double pole MCBs 80 3 1 HMB280 HMC280 HMD280

HMC399

Protection Devices
100 3 1 HMB290 HMC290 HMD290

125 3 1 HMB299 HMC299 HMD299

Three pole MCBs 80 4,5 1 HMB380 HMC380 HMD380

100 4,5 1 HMB390 HMC390 HMD390

125 4,5 1 HMB299 HMC399 HMD399

Four pole MCBs 80 6 1 HMB480 HMC480 HMD480

100 6 1 HMB490 HMC490 HMD490

125 6 1 HMB499 HMC499 HMD499

HMC499

4.09
Miniature Circuit Breakers
30kA Type B and C - HMJ, HMK
Description curves : rigid conductors : 70mm
Protection and control of circuits B curve : 3 to 5 In, flexible conductors : 35mm
against overloads and short C curve : 5 to 10 In
circuits. Circuit isolation. They poles : 1PP, 2PP, 3PP, 4PP Complies with IEC 60 947-2.
can be used for installation in (protected poles)
commercial building and voltage rating : 230/400V AC
industrial premises for high current rating : 80 to 125A
interrupt capacities. frequency : 50/60Hz
will accept accessories
Technical data climate sealed : T2
breaking capacity : Connection capacity
30kA (IEC 60 947-2)

Description In/A Width in z Pack Cat. ref.

17.5mm qty B curve C curve

Single pole MCBs 80 1,5 1 HMJ180 HMK180

100 1,5 1 HMJ190 HMK190

125 1,5 1 HMJ199 HMK199

Double pole MCBs 80 3 1 HMJ180 HMK180

HMK199
100 3 1 HMJ290 HMK290

125 3 1 HMJ299 HMK299

Three pole MCBs 80 4,5 1 HMJ380 HMK380

100 4,5 1 HMJ390 HMK390

125 4,5 1 HMJ399 HMK399

Four pole MCBs 80 6 1 HMJ480 HMK480

HMK399
100 6 1 HMJ490 HMK490

125 6 1 HMJ499 HMK499

Accessories for MCBs

HLE, HLF, HMB, HMC, HMD, HMK, HMJ, HMX
Description Characteristics Cat. ref.

Terminal cover / screw cap sealable screw cap MZN130

MZN130 Phase separator 1 set of 3 pieces MZN131

MZN131

4.10
Add-on Blocks Type AC
for HMB, HMC, HMD, HMK, HMX, HLE and HLF

Description Connection capacity disturbances like DC fault

When add-on block is rigid conductors : 70mm current (washing machines,
associated with MCBs (HLE, flexible conductors : 35mm speed drives, microprocessing,
HLF, HMB, HMC, HMD, HMJ, electronic ballast...).
HMK, HMX), the complete unit Technical information
provides an earth fault protection AC type : Ensured for residual Adjustable block : The setting
and protects against electrical sinusoidal alternating currents, is done by actuating the thumb
shocks by direct or indirect whether suddenly applied or wheel on the front face. The
contacts. They are designed to slowly rising. It incorporates a setting thumb wheels are
be fitted to the right hand side of filtering device preventing the protected by a transparent
2, 3 and 4 poles MCBs. risk of nuisance tripping due to sealable cover.
the transient voltages
Technical data (lightening, line disturbance Tightening compensation
sensitivity : on other equipment) and terminals : The circuit breakers
High sensitivity : 30mA instant transient currents (from high block are equipped with screw
tripping (fixed) capacitive circuits). terminals with tightening
Medium sensitivity : compensation, reinforced arch
300mA instant tripping (fixed) / A and HI type (reinforced and cable holding jaws. These
300mA, 500mA, 1A adjustable immunity) : In addition to the contributes to an effective
(selective or time delay) characteristics of AC type, it tightening over time.
time delay : 0ms, 60ms or ensured for residual pulsating
150ms direct currents, whether Complies with IEC 61 009-1.
current rating : 125A suddenly applied or slowly
voltage rating : 240/400V AC rising. They are used whenever
poles : 2P, 3P, 4P fault currents are not sinusoi-
types : AC and A/HI types dal. It reduces the unexpected
frequency : 50/60Hz tripping when they protect
mounting type : side mounted equipment generating

Protection Devices
climate sealed : T2

Description In In/A Width in z Pack Cat. ref.

17.5mm qty AC type A and HI
type

Double pole add-on block fixed 125 6 1 BDC280E BDH280E

1 3 30mA

adjustable 125 6 1 BTC280E BTH280E

0,3 - 0,5 - 1A
2 4
inst. - - 150 ms
2 4

BTH280E
Three pole add-on block fixed 125 6 1 BDC380E BDH380E
1 3 5
30mA

adjustable 125 6 1 BTC380E BTH380E

0,3 - 0,5 - 1A
2 4 6
inst. - - 150 ms
2 4 6

BTH380E
Four pole add-on block fixed 125 6 1 BDC480E BDH480E
1 3 5 7
30mA

fixed 125 6 1 BFC480E BFH480E

300mA
2 4 6 8 2 4 6 8
adjustable 125 6 1 BTC480E BTH480E
0,3 - 0,5 - 1A
inst. - - 150 ms
BDC480E

2 4 6 8
1 3 5 7

2 4 6 8
4.11
Add-on Block
RCCB add-ons Connection capacity
3 sensitivities 30mA, 100mA and 300mA instantaneous.
2 sensitivities 100mA and 300mA time delayed. 63A = 16mm2
RCCB add-ons can be associated with devices rated from 0,5 to 63A
in 2 and 4 poles. 63A = 25mm2

Wiring diagram
Characteristics
Easy coupling (drawer system) 12 % noir
Easy disassembly (without damage)
Conforms to EN61009 appendix G

Mounting
In

1
2

Ech. 50 %

Ech. 50 %

Ech. 50 %
4.12 AI1_NGBD_T1_02
2 & 4 Pole RCBOs
(Residual Circuit Breaker with Overload) B & C Curves
Description Connection capacity Approved according to
Compact protection devices rigid conductors: 25mm EN 61009-1.
which provide MCB overload flexible conductors: 16mm
protection and RCD earth
leakage protection (protect Technical information
against electrical shocks by A type: Detects residual
direct or indirect contact). sinusoidal alternating currents,
whether suddenly applied or
Technical data slowly rising. They are used
sensitivity: whenever fault currents are not
High sensitivity: 30mA instant sinusoidal. It is able to detect
tripping (fixed) DC fault current generated by
Medium sensitivity: 300mA loads like washing machines,
instant tripping (fixed) speed drives, microprocessing,
current rating: 6 to 40A electronic ballast.
curves: B and C
voltage rating: 230V AC
A type
frequency: 50Hz

Description Breaking In/A Width in I Pack Cat. ref.

capacity 17.5mm qty. B curve C curve
(IEC 60 898-1)

RCBOs 6kA 6A 2 1 AD906J

A type - 30mA 10A 2 1 AD910J

Protection Devices
16A 2 1 AD916J
20A 2 1 AD920J
25A 2 1 AD925J
32A 2 1 AD932J
40A 2 1 AD940J

RCBOs 6kA 6A 2 1 AF956J

A type - 300mA 10A 2 1 AF960J
16A 2 1 AF966J
20A 2 1 AF970J
25A 2 1 AF975J
AD916J 32A 2 1 AF982J
40A 2 1 AF990J

RCBOs 4 1 ADM406C
A type - 30mA 6kA 4 1 ADM410C
4 1 ADM413C
4 1 ADM416C
4 1 ADM420C
4 1 ADM425C
4 1 ADM432C
4 1 ADM440C

RCBOs 4 1 ADM456C
A type - 30mA 6kA 4 1 ADM460C
4 1 ADM463C
4 1 ADM466C
4 1 ADM470C
4 1 ADM475C
4 1 ADM482C
4 1 ADM490C

ADM456C

4.13
RCBO
Single Pole 6kA
Compact protection devices Technical Data Application
which combine the overcurrent Insulated DIN clip 1 module devices provide a
functions of an MCB with the Complies with BS EN 61009-1, compact solution for installation
earth fault functions of an RCCB IEC61009-1, IEC610009-2-2, in consumer units.
in a single unit. A range of Sensitivities (fixed)
sensitivity and current ratings 10mA and 30mA These devices are 1pole & solid
are available for use in domestic Breaking capacity: 6kA neutral.
installations. Flying neutral lead: 200mm
Operating Voltage
Terminal Capacities 230V(AC) + 10%/-15% 50H
25mm2 rigid,
16mm2 flexible Locking kit = MZN175

Description In/A Width in z Cat. ref.

17.5mm B curve

Sensitivity 30mA (6kA) 6A 1 Mod ADN106

Type B, AC Sensitive
10A 1 Mod ADN110

16A 1 Mod ADN116

20A 1 Mod ADN120

32A 1 Mod ADN132

40A 1 Mod ADN140

45A 1 Mod ADN145
ADN120
50A 1 Mod ADN150

Sensitivity 30mA (10kA) 6A 1 Mod ADA156U

Type C, DC Sensitive
10A 1 Mod ADA160U

16A 1 Mod ADA166U

20A 1 Mod ADA170U

32A 1 Mod ADA182U

Description Characteristics Cat. ref.

Locking Kit This allows locking of the device MZN175

toggle in the off position.

Will accept two padlocks with

hasps of 4.75mm diameter max.
(supplied without padlock).
MZN175

4.14
RCBO (Commercial / Industrial)
Single Pole 10kA
Compact protection devices Technical Data Terminal Capacities These devices are single pole &
which combine the overcurrent Insulated DIN clip 16mm2 rigid, solid neutral.
functions of an MCB with the Complies with BS EN 61009-1, 10mm2 flexible
earth fault functions of an RCCB IEC61009-1
in a single unit. A range of Sensitivities (fixed) Application
sensitivity and current ratings are 10mA, 30mA & 100mA 1 module devices provide a
available for use in commercial Breaking capacity: 10kA compact solution for installation
and industrial applications. Flying neutral lead: 800mm in consumer units and Invicta 3
distribution boards.

Description In/A Width in z Cat. ref.

17.5mm B curve C curve

Sensitivity 10mA (10kA) 6A 1 Mod ACB106 ACC106

16A 1 Mod ACB116 ACC116

25A 1 Mod ACB125 ACC125

32A 1 Mod ACB132 ACC132

Sensitivity 30mA (10kA) 6A 1 Mod ADB106 ADC106

ACB125
10A 1 Mod ADB110 ADC110

16A 1 Mod ADB116 ADC116

20A 1 Mod ADB120 ADC120

Protection Devices
25A 1 Mod ADB125 ADC125

32A 1 Mod ADB132 ADC132

40A 1 Mod ADB140 ADC140

ADB106 45A 1 Mod ADB145 ADC145

50A 1 Mod ADB150 ADC150

Sensitivity 100mA (10kA) 10A 1 Mod - AEC110

16A 1 Mod - AEC116

20A 1 Mod - AEC120

25A 1 Mod - AEC125

32A 1 Mod - AEC132

AEC132
Sensitivity 10mA (10kA) 1 Mod ADA106U
Class A
1 Mod ADA110U

1 Mod ADA116U

1 Mod ADA120U

1 Mod ADA125U

1 Mod ADA132U
ADA106U

Description Characteristics Cat. ref.

Locking Kit This allows locking of the device MZN175

toggle in the off position.

Will accept two padlocks with

hasps of 4.75mm diameter max.
(supplied without padlock).
MZN175

4.15
2P & 4P RCCBs (Residual Current Circuit Breakers)
Description poles: 2P and 4P Technical information
Compact devices which provide type: A A type suitable for residual pul-
RCD earth leakage protection frequency: 50Hz sating direct currents, whether
(protect against electrical shocks suddenly applied or slowly rising.
by direct or indirect contacts).To Connection capacity They are used whenever fault
open automatically in the event 25 to 63A: currents are not sinusoidal.
of an earth fault between phase rigid conductors: 25mm
and earth and/or neutral and flexible conductors: 16mm Complies with EN61008-1.
earth. 80 and 100A:
rigid conductors: 50mm
Technical data flexible conductors: 35mm
sensitivity:
High sensitivity: 30mA
instantaneous tripping (fixed) /
Medium sensitivity: 100mA,
300mA instantaneous or
selective tripping (fixed)
current rating: 25 to 100A
voltage rating: 230V AC
(2P) and 400V (4P)

Description Current Pack Cat. ref.

rating qty 2P 4P

RCCBs
A type 10mA 16A 1 CCA216U -

RCCBs
A type 30mA 25A 1 CDA225U CDA425U
40A 1 CDA240U CDA440U

CDA240U 63A 1 CDA263U CDA463U

80A 1 - CD480A
100A 1 - CD484A
125A 1 - CDA490

RCCBs
A type 100mA 40A 1 CE240J CE440J
63A 1 CEA263N CE463J
80A 1 CE281J CE481J
100A 1 CE285J CE485J

RCCBs
CF440J A type Selective 100mA 100/A 1 CN284J CN484A

RCCBs
A type 300mA 25A 1 CF225J CF425J
40A 1 CF240J CF440J
63A 1 CF263J CF463J
80A 1 CF280C CF480C
100A 1 CF284C CF484C

RCCBs
A type Selective 300mA 80A 1 CP280E -
100A 1 CP284J CP484D

4.16
RCCBs

Product presentation

contact position indicator

Test button
(large dimensions)
chelle 50%

trip indication

ergonomic operating
handle

Contact positioning indicator Trip indicator

The mechanical indicator on the front of RCCB shows the physical The status of the RCCB can be visualised by the colour of the trip
position of the contacts. indicator in addition to the position of the operating lever.

Protection Devices
Red indication for closed contacts Grey indication for normal conditions (even when operating lever is
Green indication for open contacts in ON/OFF position)
Yellow indication for tripped condition, operating lever in OFF
The green indication is the guarantee that the contacts are open and position.
that the terminals are not live.
Similar condition exists when TEST button is pushed or RCCB is
remotely tripped via protection auxiliaries.

Positive contact indication Earth leakage fault indication

OFF
OFF ON test
green red

grey yellow

chelle 40% chelle chelle

40% 40%

chelle 100%

Test AI1_ID_Inde_T1_01 Test T

chelle 40%
4.17
2P & 4P RCCBs

Residual current devices Principle

A residual current device (RCCB) is the generic term for a device
which simultaneously performs the functions of detection of the re-
sidual current, comparison of this value with the rated residual
operating value and opening the protected circuit when the residual
current exceeds this value.

For fixed domestic installations and similar applications we have two

types :
Residual current operated circuit-breaker without integral
over-current protection (RCCBs) which should comply with the
requirements of IEC 61 008
Residual current operated circuit-breaker with integral over-current
protection (RCBOs) which should comply with the requirements of
I2
IEC 61 009
Id I1
Both RCCBs and RCBOs are further divided into types depending on
their operating function : Ic

Id
Type AC For which tripping is ensured for residual sinusoidal
alternating currents, whether suddenly applied or slowly rising.
Marked with the symbol:
RB RA

Type A For which tripping is ensured for residual sinusoidal Current flowing through torroid in healthy circuit
alternating currents and residual pulsating direct currents, whether Ires = I1-I2 = 0
suddenly applied or slowly rising. Marked with the symbol:
Current flowing through torroid in circuit with earth fault I3
Ires = I1-I2+I3 = I3

Type S For selectivity, with time-delay. Marked with the symbol: Whole house protection is provided typically by a consumer unit
where the RCCB device serves as the main switch. Although very
popular this suffers from a disadvantage: all circuits are
RCCBs must be protected against short-circuits by means of disconnected in the event of fault. Selective protection can be
circuit-breakers or fuses. RCBOs have their own in built short-circuit provided by associating the RCCB with identified high risk circuits by
protection, up to its rated value. adopting one or more of the following :

The drawing opposite shows how a torroid is located around the line Split busbar consumer unit:
and neutral conductors to measure the magnetic fields created by All circuits are fed via an overall isolator and selected circuits fed
the current flowing in these conductors. The sum of the magnetic additionally via the RCCB. Typical circuits fed direct are lighting,
fields set up by these currents (which takes into consideration both freezer, storage heating: and circuits fed via the RCCB are socket
the magnitude and phase relationship of the currents) is detected by outlets, garage circuits. This concept minimises inconvenience in
the torroid. the event of fault.

In a normal healthy circuit the vector sum of the current values added Individual RCBO
together will be zero. Current flowing to earth, due to a line earth Each separate final circuit requiring protection by a RCD can be
fault, will return via the earth conductor, and regardless of load supplied through an RCBO. This method provides the best solution
conditions will register as a fault. This current flow will give rise to a for minimising inconvenience.
residual current (Ires) which will be detected by the device.
Nuisance tripping
It is most important that the line and neutral conductors are passed All Hager RCCBs incorporate a filtering device preventing the risk of
through the torroid. A common cause of nuisance operation is the nuisance tripping due to transient voltages (lightning, line
failure to connect the neutral through the device. disturbances on other equipment...) and transient currents (from high
capacitive circuit).
RCCBs work just as well on three phase or three phase and neutral
circuits, but when the neutral is distributed it must pass through the Pulsating DC fault current sensitive
torroid. Increasingly, semi-conductors are also extensively used in
computers, VDUs, printers, plotters... all of which may be fed from
RCCBs are not suitable for use on DC systems and unearthed the mains electrical supply. The presence of semi-conductors may
networks. result in the normal sinusoidal AC waveform being modified. For
example, the waveform may be rectified or, as in asymmetric phase
RCCBs domestic installation control devices, the waveform may be chopped. The resulting
RCCBs can be installed in two ways: waveforms are said to have a pulsating DC component.

1. whole house protection. In the event of an earth fault occurring in equipment containing
2. selective protection. semi-conductor devices, there is a probability that the earth fault
current will contain a pulsating DC component.

Standard type AC may not respond to this type of earth fault current
and the intended degree of protection will not be provided.

4.18
RCCBs

Use of RCCBs The tripping characteristic for a 30mA RCCB is also shown in the
graph. It shows the level of current required to cause the RCCB to
RCCBs offer excellent protection against earth fault currents; the trip, for example; 50mA will cause a trip but not 10mA.
main areas of application being as follows: Comparing its characteristic with the various zones on the graph
it can be seen that the 30mA RCCB gives a very good measure of
Zs value too high to allow disconnection in the required time protection against the hazards associated with electric shock. Where
a higher level of protection is required, for example in laboratories,
Where the overcurrent protection or a circuit breaker cannot provide 10mA devices are available.
disconnection within the specified time because the earth fault loop IEC 60 479-1
impedance is too high the addition of RCCB protection may well mS
solve the problem without any other change in the system. Because
of its high sensitivity to earth fault current and its rapid operating 10000
time, in most cases the RCCB will ensure disconnection within the
specified time. This is achieved without any detriment to overcurrent 5000
high risk
usually no
discrimination because, unlike the situation in a fuse based system, harmful effects
of lethal
effects
the increased sensitivity is obtained without increasing sensitivity to 2000
overcurrent faults. Use of RCCBs in this way can be particularly
useful for construction sites and bathrooms where disconnection 1000
times are more stringent than for standard installations. (Construction 2 3 4
sites - 0.2s at 220-277V, bathrooms - 0.4s).

duration of current flow

500
tripping
The limitation to this technique is the requirement that the rated characteristic of
residual operating current multiplied by Zs should not exceed 50V. 200 30mA RCD
This is to avoid the danger of exposed conductive parts reaching an
unacceptably high voltage level. 100

50
Residual current protection can even be added to a completed
distribution system where the value of Zs is excessive, either be-

Protection Devices
cause of a design oversight or subsequent wiring modification. 20

Protection against shock by direct contact 10

1 2 5 10 20 50 100 200 500 mA
So far we have considered shock by indirect contact only. body current
Direct contact is defined thus:

Direct contact - contact of persons or livestock with live parts which Note :
may result in electric shock. The consideration here is not the Although RCCBs are extremely effective devices they must never be
hazard of parts becoming live as a result of a fault but the possibility used as the only method of protection against electric shock. With or
of touching circuit conductors which are intentionally live. without RCCBs protection all electrical equipment should be kept in
good condition and should never be worked on live.
RCCBs, although affording good protection against the potentially
lethal effects of electric shock, must not be used as a the sole means
of protection against shock by direct contact. The Electricity at Work
Act recommends the use of RCCBs, ....danger may be reduced by
the use of a residual current device but states that this should be ....
considered as a second line of defence. The Wiring Regulations
defines the other measures that should be taken i.e.

insulation of live parts.

barriers or enclosures.
obstacles.
placing live parts out of reach.

Additionally an RCCB used for this purpose should have:

a sensitivity of 30mA
an operating time not exceeding 40mS at a residual current of
150mA.

The specified sensitivity is based on research that has been carried

out to estimate the effect various levels and duration of current can
have on the human body. This experience is summarised in a graph
shown in IEC 479-1: Effects of current passing through the human
body. A simplified version of this graph is shown opposite. It shows
that very small currents can be tolerated for reasonably long periods
and moderate currents for very short periods. It can be seen, for
instance, that 100mA for 100mS or 20mA for 500mS will not
normally cause any harmful effect. 200mA for 200mS or 50mA for
500mS which are in Zone 3, would be more dangerous; and shock
levels in Zone 4 carry a risk of lethal consequences.

4.19
RCCBs
Protection against shock outside the equipotential bonding Protection against fire hazards
zone The provisions in the Wiring Regulations for protection against
Bonding conductors are used in an installation to maintain shock by indirect contact ensure rapid disconnection under earth
metallic parts, as near as possible, to the same potential as earth. fault assuming the fault has negligible impedance. Under such
Working with portable equipment outside this equipotential conditions the fault current, as we have seen, is sufficiently great
bonding zone, e.g. in the car park of a factory, introduces to cause the overcurrent protection device to quickly disconnect
additional shock hazards. Socket outlets rated 32A or less which the fault. However high impedance faults can arise where the fault
may be reasonably expected to supply portable equipment for use current is sufficient to cause considerable local heat without being
outdoors should have at least one socket nominated for outdoor high enough to cause tripping of the overcurrent protective device.
use. This socket should be equipped with 30 mA RCCB protection The heat generated at the point of the fault may initiate a fire long
unless fed from an isolating transformer or similar device, or fed before the fault has deteriorated into a low impedance connection
from a reduced voltage. to earth.

Protection in special situations The provision of residual current protection throughout a system or
The use of RCCBs is obligatory or recommended in the following in vulnerable parts of a system will greatly reduce the hazard of fire
situations: caused by such faults.

- caravans: 30mA RCCB should be used. PEN conductors

The use of RCCBs with PEN conductors is prohibited. A PEN
- TT systems. conductor is a single conductor combining the functions of
neutral conductor and protective conductor. This being so, when
- swimming pools: 30mA RCCB for socket outlets in Zone B the PEN conductor is taken through the torroid of an RCCB, earth
obligatory; recommended in Zone C. faults will go undetected because the return path for the earth fault
current is included in the residual sum.
- agricultural and horticultural: 30mA RCCB for socket outlets and
for the purpose of protection against fire, RCCB 0.5A Auxiliary contacts
sensitivity. A range of auxiliaries, alarm and shunt contacts are available for
Hager RCCBs.
- construction sites: 30mA RCCB recommended.
Supply entry
Portable equipment Top or bottom feed.
With the exception mentioned above, where a socket is specifically
designated for work outside the equipotential bonding zone, the
Wiring Regulations demand the use of RCCBs to protect the users
of portable equipment. It is widely recognised that their use has
made a significant contribution to safety in the workplace and the
home.

4.20
Auxiliaries & Accessories
for MCBs, RCCBs & RCBOs

All auxiliaries are common to indicator that indicates the Use of MZ203 - MZ209 on
both single and multi-pole circuit automatic/remote tripping of the RCCBs requires the use of
breakers. device. interface auxiliary CZ001.
These auxiliaries are fitted to the
left hand side of devices. Connection capacity Complies with EN62019 and
6 mm2 rigid cables IEC60947-5-1.
Shunt trips, and under-voltage 4 mm2 flexible cables
releases are fitted with a flag

Description Characteristics Width in z Cat. ref.

17,5mm

Auxiliary contacts 1NO + 1NC auxiliary contact 0,5 MZ201

indication of main contact status

Alarm contacts SD contact indicates a fault 0,5 MZ202

overcurrent (e.g. MCB tripped)
on overload or short-circuit.

Shunt trips allows remote tripping

of the device
MZ201
24V - 415V AC 1 MZ203
12V - 130V DC

Protection Devices
24V - 48V AC 1 MZ204
12V - 48V DC

Under voltage releases allows MCB to be closed only

when voltage is above 70% of
Un. MCB will automatically trip
when voltage falls by 35% of Un.

48V DC 1 MZ205
MZ203
230V AC 1 MZ206

Over voltage releases monitors the voltage between

phase and neutral in a network.
EN 50550 It opens the current circuit in
case of over voltage by tripping
the connected protection
device (e.g. MCb or RCCB)

230V AC 1 MZ212

Locking kit allows locking of the device dolly MZN175
MZ209 in the on/off position.
Will accept two padlocks with
hasps of 4,75 mm diameter max.

Sealing kit MZN176

Marking strip 13 modules for modular devices MZN177

MZN175

4.21
Auxiliaries
for MCBs & RCCBs
Functions MZ203 Shunt Trip*
Tripping and indication auxiliary contacts are common to the range of Allows tripping of the device by feeding the coil. The contacts also
multi-pole 10kA MCBs, and RCCBs. They should be mounted on the allow for remote indication of operation.
left hand side of the device.
MZ206 Under Voltage Release*
Auxiliary Contact MZ201 Allows the MCB to trip when the voltage drops or by pressing a
Allows remote indication of the status of the device contacts to which remote off switch (ie emergency stop).
it is associated.
* Indication that the product has tripped due to the voltage release is
Auxiliary Contact and Alarm Contact MZ202 provided by a flag on the product.
This accessory has two separate functions.
Like the MZ201 auxiliary contact, however the alarm contact will
provide indication if the breaker trips under fault conditions.

Wiring diagram MZ206 under voltage release

MZ201 auxiliary contact or MZ202 alarm contact

Ph Ph
N N

Electrical characteristics Electrical connection

By terminal fitted with fixed clamp screws wiring capacity.
MZ201/MZ206 MZ203 MZ206 Flexible : 2 x 1.5mm2
Rigid : 2 x 1.5mm2
1xO1xC
contact
MZ203
230V AC 6A - AC1
Power - 8VA
230/415 V AC 230V AC tolerance : -15% of Un
110/130 ... 50 Hz
MZ206
Latching voltage is between 35 and 70% of Un 230V AC
Coil consumption 3VA

Grouping / Combination of Several Auxiliaries

On 2, 3 and 4 pole MCBs it is possible to associate 3 auxiliaries
2 indication auxiliaries and 1 release auxiliary. In this case, it is
important to first fix the indication auxiliary (MZ201 and MZ202) and
then the release auxiliary (MZ203 and MZ206).

Flag indicating that the product

has tripped due to the voltage
release

MZ203 to + MZ201 + MZ201 + MZ202 + MCB

MZ206 MZ201 MZ201 MZ201 MZ203 to MZ212

4.22
HRC Fuse Carriers

Description short circuit resistance with Connection capacity

Protection and control of circuits fuse link 10,3 x 38 mm : L31 (8,5x31,5) :
against overloads and short 80kA 690V~ / rigid conductors : 25mm
circuits. 120kA 500 V~ flexible conductors : 16mm
short circuit resistance with L38 (10x38) :
Technical data fuse link 14x51 mm : rigid conductors : 25mm
sizes : L31, L38, L51, L58 100kA 690V flexible conductors : 16mm
poles : 1P, 2P, 3P, 4P short circuit resistance with L51 (14x51 ):
voltage rating : 500 V AC, 690V fuse link 22x58 mm : rigid conductors : 35mm
AC 100kA 690V flexible conductors : 25mm
current rating : 25 to 125A L58 (22x58) :
frequency : 50/60Hz rigid conductors : 50mm
climate sealed : T2 flexible conductors : 35mm
will accept accessories
short circuit resistance with Complies with IEC 60 269-2,
fuse link 8,5 x 31,5 mm : IEC 60 269-2-1
80kA 690V~ and IEC 60 947-3.

Description Characteristics Width in z Pack Cat. ref.

17,5 mm qty.

L31 fuse carriers single pole 1 12 LS401

500V - 25A two pole 2 6 LS402
compatible with accessories three pole 3 4 LS403
3 phases + neutral link 4 3 LS404
1 phase + neutral link 2 6 LS412

Protection Devices
single pole with signal light 1 12 LS431

L38 fuse carriers single pole 1 12 LS501

690V - 32A two pole 2 6 LS502
compatible with accessories three pole 3 4 LS503
LS401
3 phases + neutral link 4 3 LS504
1 neutral link 1 12 LS509
1 phase + neutral link 2 6 LS512
single pole with signal light 1 12 LS531

L51 fuse carriers compatible with accessories :

690V - 50A single pole 1,5 1 LS601
two pole 3 1 LS602
three pole 4,5 1 LS603
3 phases + neutral link 6 1 LS604
1 phase + neutral link 3 1 LS612

accessory free:
single pole 1,5 10 LR601
two pole 3 5 LR602
three pole 4,5 3 LR603
3 phases + neutral link 6 2 LR604
LS703 1 phase + neutral link 3 5 LR612

L58 fuse carriers accessoriable:

690V - 125A single pole 2 1 LS701
two pole 4 1 LS702
three pole 6 1 LS703
3 phases + neutral link 8 1 LS704
1 phase + neutral link 4 1 LS712

accessory free:
single pole 2 6 LR701
LS670 two pole 4 3 LR702
three pole 6 2 LR703
3 phases + neutral link 8 1 LR704
1 phase + neutral link 4 3 LR712

Microswitches for L51 fuse carriers :

single pole 1 LS670
three pole 1 LS671
for L58 fuse carriers :
single pole 1 LS770
three pole 1 LS771
LS672 Signal lights 230V for L51 and L58 fuse carriers 1 LS672

4.23
HRCFuse Carriers

Withstand current correction table Microswitch

mounting on L 51 et L 58, single pole or multi pole
depending on ambient temperature,
depending on the proximity heating effect of the fuse carriers
themselves when fully loaded and mounted together in groups. connection
with lugs
5 mm
type L 38 L 51 L 58
fuse size 10 x 38 14 x 51 22 x 58
In for Un 400 VM 32 A 50 A 125 A
In for Un 500 VM 20 A 40 A 80 A
20 1 1 1
30 0,95 0,95 0,95
40 0,90 0,90 0,90
50 0,80 0,80 0,80
1 to 3 Ph 1 1 1
4 to 6 Ph 0,8 0,8 0,8
7 to 9 Ph 0,7 0,7 0,7
> 10 Ph 0,6 0,6 0,6

Microswitches functions
Application
Fuse melting : a fuse-carrier containing a fuse-link with a striker that
sends out a signal when the fuse element melts
Pre-cut : when the fuse-carrier opens
Presence : sends a signal when the fuse-carrier is closed with no
fuse in it

Signal light
Mounting on L 51 and L 58

Padlocking and sealing of the others fuse carriers

in open position

Padlocking and sealing

LS4xx and LS5xx in open position

4,5 mm

4.24
Photovoltaic Fuse Carriers, SPD
& Switch Disconnectors

Photovoltaic fuse carriers and minimum Interrupting : 2 x In Switch disconnectors

fuses (2-3-4A), 1.9 x In (6-8-10-12A), Designed for photovoltaic
DC protection of photovoltaic 1.6 x In (16-20A) applications but fully compatible
strings against overload and to any DC purposes.
short-circuits. Connection capacity Contact making and break
rigid conductors : 16mm independent to operator speed.
Technical data flexible conductors : 10mm
sizes : L38 (10x38) Technical data
class of operation : gPV (PV Complies with IEC 60269-2, IEC poles : 4P
fuse) 60269-2-1 and IEC 60947-3. voltage rating : 1000V DC 21B
poles : 1P, 2P current rating : 32A
voltage rating : 1000V DC for
fuse carriers and 900V DC for Connection capacity
fuses rigid conductors : 16mm
fuse carriers current rating : flexible conductors : 10mm
32A
fuses current rating : 2 to 20A Complies with IEC 60 947-3.
breaking capacity : 30kA

Description In (A) Characteristics Pack Cat. ref.

qty.

L38 photovoltaic fuse carriers 32 single pole 12 L501PV

1000V DC
32 double pole 6 L502PV

Protection Devices
Photovoltaic cartridge fuses 2 10 LF302PV
900V DC
3 10 LF303PV

L501PV 4 10 LF304PV

6 10 LF306PV

8 10 LF308PV

10 10 LF310PV

12 10 LF312PV

16 10 LF316PV

20 10 LF320PV

DCswitch disconnectors 32 4 poles, 1000 VDC 1 SB432PV

Double pole polarized 25kA, 4kV, class 2 SPN325

surge protection devices with end of life indicator
photovoltaic Ucpv 1000VDC

SB432PV

4.25
Motor Starters

Description AC3 utilisation category Auxiliary contacts: MZ520N,

To ensure localised control and Connection capacity: MZ522N
protection of single and three conductor cross-sections of the Alarm contact: MZ527N
phase motors. motor cables: Shunt trip: MZ523N
The rated motor current is set on flexible 1 to 4mm2
the motor starter units by means rigid 1 to 6mm2 Complies with IEC/EN 60947 for
of a current dial (in the front). low voltage switchgear.
Options The motor outgoer wiring should
Technical data Undervoltage release: MZ528N, be implemented in compliance
Adjustable thermal relay MZ529N to IEC/EN 60947-1 table 9.

Description Standard power rating of 3 phase Width in z Cat. ref.

motors 50/60 Hz (AC3)
230v (kW) 400V (kW)

Motor starters
current range
0,1 to 0,16A - - - MM501N

0,16 to 0,25A - 0,06 2,5 MM502N

0,25 to 0,4A 0,06 0,09 2,5 MM503N

0,4 to 0,63A 0,09 0,12 2,5 MM504N

0,63 to 1,0A 0,09 0,12 2,5 MM505N

MM501N
1,0 to 1,6A 0,25 0,55 2,5 MM506N

1,6 to 2,5A 0,55 0,8 2,5 MM507N

2,5 to 4A 0,8 1,5 2,5 MM508N

4 to 6,3A 1,5 2,5 2,5 MM509N

6,3 to 10A 2,5 4 2,5 MM510N

10 to 16A 4 7,5 2,5 MM511N

MZ520N MZ527N 16 to 20A 5,5 9 2,5 MM512N

20 to 25A 7,5 12,5 2,5 MM513N

Description Characteristics Width in z Cat. ref.

Auxiliary contacts 1C + 1O 2A AC1 - 400V AC 0,5 MZ520N

indicates ON/OFF position. 3,5 A - 230V AC

Front auxiliary contacts 1C - 230-400V AC - 1A 0,5 MZ522N

cannot be mounted at the
back of a modular panel

MZ528N Shunt trip 230VAC MZ523N

Alarm contacts 1C 2A AC1 - 400V AC / 0,5 MZ527N

mounted inside the motor starter 3,5A AC1 - 230V AC

Undervoltage releases 230V AC 50 Hz MZ528N

prevent automatic restarting
of the controlled device 400V AC 50 Hz MZ529N

Surface mounting enclosures w.78 x h.150 x d.125 mm MZ521N

weatherproof IP55 with a
removable window

Emergency stop button without key MZ530N

MZ521N IP65, mounted on surface
mounting enclosure MZ521N with key MZ531N

4.26
 Motor Starters

Technical specifications Conditional rated short-circuit current

(according to IEC / EN60 947-4-1)
Electrical characteristics
Electrical supply: 230/400/440/500/690V~
230V 400V 440V 500V 690V
Ambient temperature range:
Icu Icu Icu Icu Icu
25C to +55C
(kA) (A)1) (kA) (A)1) (kA) (A)1) (kA) (A)1) (kA) (A)1)
The influence of the ambient temperature on the deflection of the
bimetallic releases is automatically compensated within a MM501N 150 N 150 N 100 N 100 N 100 N
temperature range from -5 to +40C by means of an additional
MM502N 150 N 150 N 100 N 100 N 100 N
current-free bimetallic release that continuously corrects the tripping
range. MM503N 150 N 150 N 100 N 100 N 100 N
Working life: 100,000 operations AC-3
MM504N 150 N 150 N 100 N 100 N 100 N
Maximum of 40 operations/hour
Tropicalized for all climates MM505N 150 N 150 N 100 N 100 N 100 N
Connection with clamp type, following conductor cross-sections of
MM506N 150 N 150 N 100 N 100 N 100 N
the motor cables:
flexible : 1 to 4mm2 MM507N 150 N 150 N 100 N 100 N 5 50
rigid : 1 to 6mm2
MM508N 150 N 150 N 100 N 100 N 3 50
MM509N 150 N 150 N 100 N 42 50 3 50
Electrical connection single phase
MM510N 150 N 150 N 42 50 42 50 3 50
MM511N 50 50 50 50 15 50 15 50 3 50
MM512N 50 50 50 50 10 50 6 50 3 50
MM513N 50 50 50 50 10 50 6 50 3 50

Protection Devices
no upstream protective device required, since this is an inherent
stable range (100/150 kA)

N not required

1) primary fusing is required if the short-circuit current exceeds the

conditional rated short-circuit current (Icc > Icu). The conditional
rated short-circuit current is determined by the primary fuse used:
100A gG/gL, Icu = 30kA
50A gG/gL, Icu = 100kA
Tripping characteristic

Under voltage release (no volt coil)

Tripping time (s)

MZ528N MZ529N
230V~ 400V~

Auxiliary contacts (Mounted inside starter)

MZ520N
2A 400V~
3.5A 230V~

Alarm contact (Mounted under starter)

MZ527N
2A 400V~
1A 230V~
x Rated current

4.27
Surge Protection Devices Type 1+2

Description Product features

The combined surge protection Lightning and surge-voltage
devices offer as an all-in-one protection in one device,
solution lightning and Conforming to EN 61643-11,
surge-voltage in one device. requirement class type 1+2,
They are in accordance with the replaceable plug-in modules,
requirement class type 1. integrated fault indicator in the
plug-in modules,
3 versions available, with or SPDs with separate auxiliary
without auxiliary contact: contact.
SPN800 for TNC-Networks,
75kA (lighting impulse current)
SPN801 for TNS-Networks,
100kA (lighting impulse current)
SPN802 for TT-Networks,
100kA (lighting impulse current)

Description Characteristics No of poles Cat. ref.

Surge protection devices, with auxiliary contact 3 SPN800R

type 1+2, for TNC-Networks
without auxiliary contact 3 SPN800

Surge protection devices, with auxiliary contact 4 SPN801R

type 1+2, for TNS-Networks
SPN800R without auxiliary contact 4 SPN801

Surge protection devices, with auxiliary contact 4 SPN802R

type 1+2, for TT-Networks
without auxiliary contact 4 SPN802

SPN801 Cartridges phase - 25kA SPN080

for SPN8xxx

neutral - 25kA class 1 SPN080N

for SPN802 and SPN802R

SPN080

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Surge Protection Devices Type 2

Description the electrical equipment that signalling (R versions only)

SPDs protect electrical and requires protection. 230V~ 1A
electronic equipment against Earthing system 12V ... 10mA
transients, originating from Level of protection
lightning, switching of Installation and Connection
transformers, lighting and The range of SPDs is separated The main protection SPDs are
motors. into 2 types of protection: installed directly after the main
1. Main protection - class 2 incoming switch or RCCB
These transients can cause SPDs with higher discharge (type S).
premature ageing of equipment, current (Imax 8/20), to evacuate SPDs can be used in any supply
downtime, or complete as much of the transient to earth system e.g TNCS, TNS, TT.
destruction of electronic as possible,
components and materials. 2. Fine protection - class 2 + 3 Options:
SPDs with low voltage protection Spare cartridges.
SPDs are strongly recommended level (Up 1,2kV), to cut-down
in installations that are exposed the transient surge as low as Connected in parallel to the
to transients, to protect sensitive possible to protect very sensitive equipment to be protected.
and expensive electrical equipment.
equipment such as TV, video, Protection is assured in both
washing machines, Hi-Fi, PC, Technical data common and differential modes.
alarm etc. Complies with EN61643-U

The choice of SPD depends on a Reserve Status Indicator

number of criteria such as: (R versions)
The exposure of the building to End of Life Indicator
transients. (D versions)
The sensitivity and value of Auxiliary contact for remote

Protection Devices
Description Characteristics Cat. ref.

Single pole 40kA, 2kV, class 2 SPN140D

surge protection devices with end of life indicator
Un: 230/400V 50/60Hz

Double pole 65kA, 1,3kV, class 2 SPN265R

surge protection devices with reserve and remote contact
Un: 230/400V 50/60Hz
40kA, 1,2kV, class 2 SPN240R
with reserve and remote contact

40kA, 1,2kV, class 2 SPN240D

with end of life indicator

15kA, 1kV, class 2 SPN215R

with reserve and remote contact

SPN240D 15kA, 1kV, class 2 SPN215D

with end of life indicator

Four pole 65kA, 1,5kV, class 2 SPN465R

surge protection devices with reserve and remote contact
Un: 230/400V 50/60Hz
40kA, 1,2kV, class 2 SPN440R
with reserve and remote contact

40kA, 1,2kV, class 2 SPN440D

with end of life indicator

15kA, 1kV, class 2 SPN415R

with reserve and remote contact

SPN440R 15kA, 1kV, class 2 SPN415D

with end of life indicator

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Surge Protection Devices Type 2
Spare cartridges For Phase:
These cartridges replace the SPN140D = SPN040D
cartridge in the main SPD. SPN215D = SPN015D
They allow simple replacement SPN415D = SPN015D
without the need to cut-off the SPN215R = SPN015R
power supply. SPN415R = SPN015R

Cartridges are available for all For Neutral / Earth

discharge currents (40kA and SPN215D = SPN040N
15kA) with and without condition SPN415D = SPN040N
indication. SPN215R = SPN040N
SPN415R = SPN040N
A keying system exists to
prevent a line cartridge being
interchanged by mistake with a
neutral one and vice versa.
Neutral cartridges have a
discharge current of 65kA.

Description Characteristics Cat. ref.

Spare cartridge phase 65kA, 275V AC SPN065R

for SPNx65R

40kA, 440V AC SPN040C

for SPN140C

40kA, 275V AC SPN040R

for SPNx40R

40kA, 275V AC SPN040D

for SPNx40D
SPN040C
15kA, 275V AC SPN015R
for SPNx40R

15kA, 275V AC SPN015D

for SPNx40D

Spare cartridge neutral 65kA, 255V AC SPN065N

for SPNx65R

40kA, 255V AC SPN040N

for SPNx40x and SPNx15x

SPN040N

Cartridge for photovoltaic polarized +/- for SPV325 SPV025

SPDs
photovoltaic Ucpv 1000VDC earth for SPV325 SPV025E

SPV025

4.30
Surge Protection Devices
with Low Voltage Protection Level

SPDs with low let through Discharge current: Connection capacity

voltage levels Imax. 8kA (8/20 wave) Terminal blocks L, N & E
To protect very sensitive A green LED on the front face rigid conductor: 10mm2
electronic equipment. indicates the status of the SPD flexible conductor: 6mm2
This fine protection SPN208S, connected in series
complements the main with the equipment that needs
protection and can protect 1 or to be
several electronic devices. protected (with a maximum line
current of 16A).
Optimal coordination is obtained Protection is assured in both
when cascaded with a main common and differential modes.
protection device (lower Up).

Description Characteristics Width in z Cat. ref.

Double pole fine protection 8kA, 1,2kV, class 2 2 SPN208S

surge protection devices with light indicator
Uc: 230/400V 50/60Hz

Four pole fine protection 8kA, 1,2kV, class 2 3 SPN408S

surge protection devices with light indicator
Uc: 230/400V 50/60Hz

Protection Devices
SPN208S

Surge Protection Devices

for Telephone Lines
Description Characteristics Width in z Cat. ref.

SPD for analogical Un: 130V, Up: 600V AC 1,5 SPN505

phone line

SPD for numerical Un: 40V, Up: 600V AC 1,5 SPN504

phone line

SPN505

4.31
Surge Protection Devices Type 1+2

SPD references SPN800 SPN801 SPN802

Standards / approval EN61643-11 EN61643-11 EN61643-11
L1/L2/L3 PE L1/L2/L3/N PE L1/L2/L3/N PE N PE
Type / Class T1/ I / B T1/ I / B T1/ I / B
Installation of SPD in parallel in parallel in parallel
Earthing system TN-C TN-S TT
Protection mode common common common and differential
Nominal voltage (Un) 230/400 V AC 230/400 V AC 230/400 V AC
Max. continuous operating voltage (Uc) 255 V AC 255 V AC 255 V AC
Voltage protection level (Up) 1,5 kV 1,5 kV 1,5 kV
Temporary overvoltage (Ut) 440 V / 5 s 440 V / 5 s 440 V / 5 s 1200 V / 200 ms
Nominal current I (L) 315 Aeff 315 Aeff 315 Aeff
Nominal current (I (L-L) 125 Aeff 125 Aeff 125 Aeff
Disconnection value (Ifi) 50 kAeff 50 kAeff 50 kA 100 kA
Discharge current capacity (8/20)
75 kA 100 kA 25 kA 100 kA
nominal current (In)
Shock current (10/350) (Iimp) 75 kA 100 kA 25 kA 100 kA
Residual current IPE 100 A 100 A 100 A
125 A gL/gG in series 125 A gL/gG in series 125 A gL/gG in series
Max. upstream protection - fuse
or 315 A in parallel or 315 A in parallel or 315 A in parallel
125 A in series 125 A in series 125 A in series
Max. upstream protection - MCB
or 160 A in parallel curve C or 160 A in parallel curve C or 160 A in parallel curve C
Max. short-circuit resistance
50 kA eff ac 50 kA eff ac 25 kA eff ac
with max. upstream protection - fuse
Max. short-circuit resistance
50 kA eff ac 50 kA eff ac 25 kA eff ac
with max. upstream protection - MCB
Temps de rponse (tA) 100 ns 100 ns 100 ns
Working temperature -40C to +60C -40C to +60C -40C to +60C
Indication (disconnection device) green - red light on L1, L2, L3 green - red light on L1, L2, L3, N green - red light on L1, L2, L3, N
Connection capacity
10 mm2 rigid / flexible 10 mm rigid / flexible
2
10 mm2 rigid / flexible
min. L1, L2, L3, PE - max. L1, L2, L3, PE
Connection capacity 50 mm2 multi-wired 50 mm2 multi-wired 50 mm2 multi-wired
max. L1, L2, L3, PE 35 mm2 flexible 35 mm2 flexible 35 mm2 flexible
Connection capacity 50 mm2 multi-wired 50 mm2 multi-wired 50 mm2 multi-wired
max. L1, L2, L3, PE 25 mm2 flexible 25 mm2 flexible 25 mm2 flexible
Terminals tightening torque 7,0 Nm 7,0 Nm 7,0 Nm
Mounting on DINrail 35 mm (EN 60715) DINrail 35 mm (EN 60715) DINrail 35mm, conform to EN 60715
Case material thermoplastic, grey color, UL 94V-0 thermoplastic, grey color, UL 94V-0 thermoplastic, grey color, UL 94V-0
Degree of protection IP20 IP20 IP20
Size 6 z , DIN 43880 6 z , DIN 43880 8 z , DIN 43880
Weight 970 g 1260 g 1272 g
Approval VDE VDE VDE

Auxiliary contact references SPN800R = SPN800 w/ aux. contact SPN801R = SPN801 w/ aux. contact SPN802R = SPN802 w/ aux. contact
Contact type changeover changeover changeover
Electrical characteristics (Un/In) AC: 250V/0,5A AC: 250V/0,5A AC: 250V/0,5A
DC: 250V/0,1A ; 125V/0,2A ; 75V/0,5A DC: 250V/0,1A ; 125V/0,2A ; 75V/0,5A DC: 250V/0,1A ; 125V/0,2A ; 75V/0,5A
Min. connection capacity 0,25 mm2 rigid / flexible 0,25 mm2 rigid / flexible 0,25 mm2 rigid / flexible
Max. connection capacity 1,5 mm2 multi-wired / flexible 1,5 mm2 multi-wired / flexible 1,5 mm2 multi-wired / flexible

Installation in parallel TN-C Installation in parallel TN-S Installation in parallel TT

F F IN
L1 L1' L1 L1' L1 L1'
L2 L2' L2 L2' L2 L2'
L3 L3' L3 L3' L3 L3'
PEN PEN N N' N N'
PE PE
S2
S2 S2
L1 L1' L2 L2' L3 L3' N N'

L1 L1' L2 L2' L3 L3' L1 L1' L2 L2' L3 L3' N N'

SPN802 - SPN802R
SPN800 - SPN800R SPN801 - SPN801R

PE

PEN PE
PE
S3

S3 S3

4.32
Surge Protection Device
Type 2 & Fine Protection

Class II - Overvoltage protection

High Medium Fine

Reference SPN140D SPN215D SPN215R SPN415D SPN415R SPN208S

Installation exposure level (risk) high medium medium medium medium low

Installation of SPD parallel parallel parallel parallel parallel series

Number of poles 1P 1P+N 1P+N 3P+N 3P+N 1P+N

Number of modules 1 2 2 4 4 2

Nominal current - - - - - -

Nominal voltage Un (V) 230 230 230 400 400 230/400

Frequency (Hz) 50/60 50/60 50/60 50/60 50/60 50/60

Operating temperature range -40C to +60C -40C to +60C -40C to +60C -40C to +60C -40C to +60C -40C to +60C

Storage temperature range -40C to +70C -40C to +70C -40C to +70C -40C to +70C -40C to +70C -40C to +70C

Max. continuous operating voltage Uc (V)

common mode 275 275 275 275 275 440

differential mode - - - - - 255

Voltage protection level Up (kV)

common mode 1,2

differential mode 1,2 1,0 1,0 1,0 1,0 1,0

Protection Devices
Discharge current wave 8/20 s (kA)

nominal current In 15 5 5 5 5 2

maximum current Imax 40 15 15 15 15 8

Short circuit withstand with max.

backup fuse or MCB 20kA 10kA 10kA 10kA 10kA 6A

max. backup fuse 25A 10A 10A 10A 10A 25A

backup MCB (C curve) 25A 25A 25A 25A 25A 25A

End of life indication (fault indication)

1. three stage indication - green,

yes N/A yes N/A yes N/A
green/red, red (R versions)

2. basic indication - green/red (D

N/A yes N/A yes N/A N/A
versions)

3. green LED is on when SPD is

N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A yes
working

Applications

industrial and commercial buildings yes yes yes yes yes yes

domestic buildings yes yes yes yes yes yes

Imax The maximum value of current that the SPD can withstand
and remain operational.
In The nominal value of current that the SPD can withstand at
least 20 times and still be serviceable.
Up The residual voltage that is measured across the terminal of
the SPD when In is applied.
Uc The maximum voltage which may be continuously applied
to the SPD without conducting.
Uoc Open circuit voltage under test conditions.
Isc Short circuit current under test conditions.
Un The nominal rated voltage of the installation
MOV Metal Oxide Varistor
SPD Surge Protective Device

4.33
Surge Protection Devices
How to choose your surge protection device
The choice of surge protection device depends on your supply
arrangements and level of protection required.

Products to be used in a
Earthing system Type of protection connection
Single phase installation Three phase installation

class II SPN140D 1xSPN415D/SPN415R

L L1
main protection L2
parallel N
L3
N
Imax = 40kA or 15kA
TN-C (depending on selection) E E
transient voltage surges
TN-C-S
(8/20ms)
(P-M-E) SPN208S
class II L
fine protection parallel
N
Up < 1kV
E

SPN215D/SPN215R 1xSPN415D/SPN415R
class II L L1
main protection L2
parallel N
L3
Imax = 15kA N

Imax = 15kA E E
TN-S transient voltage surges
TT (8/20ms)
SPN208S
class II L
fine protection parallel
N
Up < 1kV
E

Connections

SPN140D SPN265R SPN415D/R SPN208S

4.34
Circuit Protection
Basic Principles Undervoltage
The proper selection of the correct circuit protective device requires Refers to the dangers that could be caused by the reduction or loss
an understanding of the potential hazards against which protection in voltage and the subsequent restoration, such as the unexpected
for safety is required. The Wiring Regulations identify several hazards: re-starting of motors or the automatic closing of protective devices.
electric shock The proper selection of control and protective devices must take the
thermal effects protection against undervoltage into consideration.
overcurrent
undervoltage Isolation
isolation Every circuit shall be provided with means of isolation (except in
certain cases) to prevent or remove hazards associated with the
Electric shock installation, equipment and machines. The new standards for circuit
Electric shock is divided into two parts: breakers and switch-fuses now take this into account.
direct contact: contact with parts which result in an electric shock
in normal service Protection against shock by indirect contact
indirect contact: contact with exposed conductive parts which Indirect contact - is the contact of persons or livestock with exposed
result in an electric shock in case of a fault. conductive parts made live by a fault and which may result in
electric shock. An example would be where the insulation of an
To protect against direct contact the Wiring Regulations electric heater has broken down resulting in a live conductor internally
suggest the following basic measures should be taken: touching the casing. This could result in the heater casing being
(1) by insulation of live parts raised to a hazardous voltage level, causing electric shock to a
(2) by enclosures or barriers person touching it.
(3) by obstacles
(4) by placing out of reach Two important measures must be taken to prevent this hazard:
the impedance of circuit conductors is kept to a minimum.
To protect against indirect contact the Wiring Regulations suggest The eartfault loop impedance (Zs) is used as a measure of the circuit
the following basic measures should be taken: impedance under fault conditions.
(1) earthed equipotential bonding and automatic disconnection of the overcurrent device protecting the circuit is selected to rapidly
supply disconnect an earth fault.

Protection Devices
(2) use of class II equipment or equivalent insulation
(3) non-conducting location The effect of these two measures is inter-related.
(4) earth-free local equipotential bonding 1. By ensuring that the circuit protective conductor is of a low
(5) electrical separation impedance, the voltage to which the live casing is raised, under
fault conditions, is kept to a minimum.
Of these five measures, the first is by far the most commonly used: 2. The low impedance path provided by the circuit conductors and
(1) earthed equipotential bonding and automatic disconnection of the circuit protective conductor will result in a high level of
supply: current in the event of an earth fault. This high fault current
ensures that the overcurrent protective device will disconnect the
In each installation main equipotential bonding conductors shall fault in a short time, reducing the interval during which the casing
connect the main earthing terminal of the installation; this metalwork of the faulty equipment is live.
comprises exposed conductive parts which are part of the electrical
installation itself and extraneous conductive parts including the
following:
main water pipes
gas installation pipes R1
other service pipes and ducting
risers of central heating and air conditioning systems
L1
exposed metal parts of the building structure transformer load
winding consumer's load
terminals terminals
This bonding creates a zone within which any voltages appearing
between exposed conductive parts and extraneous conductive parts, Ze
are minimised; the earth fault loop impedance must have an value
N
low enough to allow sufficient current to flow for the circuit protective
device to operate rapidly to disconnect the supply; disconnection
E
must be sufficiently fast so that voltages appearing on the bonded
metalwork cannot persist long enough to cause danger; depending
on the operating characteristics of the protective device and the earth R2
impedance, such disconnection may be achieved either by
overcurrent devices, Fuses, Miniature Circuit Breakers, (i.e. MCBs) or
by Residual Current Devices, (i.e. RCCBs).
Components of earth fault loop impedance (Zs) in a system.
Thermal Effect (Earth fault at load between conductor and casing).
Refers to heat generated by the electrical equipment in normal use Zs = Ze + (R1 +R2)
and under fault conditions. The proper selection of equipment
complying with the latest product standards is essential in providing Earth fault loop impedance (Zs)
protection against thermal effects. To ensure the impedance of conductors in a circuit is sufficiently low
the system designer has to establish the value of the earth fault loop
Overcurrent impedance.
Defined as a current exceeding the rated value of the circuit Zs - is a measure of the earth fault current loop, comprising the
components. It may be caused by the overloading of a healthy circuit phase conductor and the earth conductor. It comprises the
or it may take the form of a short-circuit current, defined as an complete loop including the winding of the transformer from which
overcurrent resulting from a fault of negligible impedance between the circuit is supplied as defined by the following:
live conductors having a difference in potential under normal Ze - is the part of the earth fault loop impedance external to the
operating conditions. Overcurrent protection may be provided by installation, its value can be measured or a nominal value can be
using fuses or circuit breakers singly or in combination. obtained from the supply authority.

4.35
Circuit Protection
(R1 +R2) - where R1 is the resistance of the phase conductor within therefore be Uo/Zs = 240/0.7 = 343A
the installation and R2 is the resistance of the circuit protective By referring to the characteristic for MT132 (see diagram below) it can
conductor. These two components constitute the loop impedance be seen that the breaker will disconnect in 0.02 seconds for this cur-
within the installation. rent. The breaker therefore easily satisfies the requirement for discon-
nection in 5 seconds.
Therefore: Zs = Ze + (R1 + R2) If the circuit Zs was 2.0 ohms then the fault current would be:
240/2 = 120A and the disconnection time would be 10 seconds, in
Once the value of Zs has been established a suitable overcurrent which case compliance would not be achieved.
protective device has to be selected to ensure disconnection of an
earth fault within the specified time.The times are:
5 seconds for fixed equipment. time/current
For portable equipment and for fixed equipment installed outside characteristics
the equipotential bonding zone, the disconnection times are MT132

t (s)
dependent on the nominal voltage to earth, i.e. 220 to 277 volts =
0.4 seconds. An earth fault current of 343A causes a trip of
10 the magnetic protection in 20mS.
Zs by calculation
To establish whether the relevant disconnection time can be achieved An earth fault current of 120A causes a trip of
a simple calculation must be made, based on Ohms law: the thermal protection in 10 seconds.

Uo (open circuit voltage)* 0,02

If (fault current) = Zs (earth fault loop)
* voltage between phase and earth (240V) I (A)
115 328

The fault current (If) must be high enough to cause the circuit
protective device to trip in the specified time. This can be established Protection against overcurrent
by consulting the time/current characteristic for the protective device. Overcurrent - A current exceeding the rated value. For conductors
If the maximum trip time for the fault current calculated is less than or the rated value is the current-carrying capacity
equal to the relevant value (5s for fixed equipment; 0.4s for portable
equipment) then compliance is achieved. It is important that when Overload Current
consulting the characteristic curve the worst case is used, i.e. the An overcurrent occurring in a circuit which is electrically sound
maximum tripping time including any tolerance. An example is shown
in Figs 1 and 2. Short-Circuit Current
An overcurrent resulting from a fault of negligible impedance
Zs by tables between live conductors having a difference in potential under normal
The above procedure can be used for any type of protective device operating conditions.
providing a time/current characteristic curve is available. Frequently,
however, a much simpler method is available using tables listing Protection against Overload Current
maximum Zs values which have been interpreted from the For the protection against overload current, protective devices must
characteristic curves for the relevant devices. Providing the system be provided in the circuit to break any overload current flowing in the
Zs is equal to or less than the value given in the table, compliance is circuit conductors before it can cause a temperature rise which would
achieved. Tables for a number of standard devices (certain fuses be detrimental to insulation, joints, terminations or the surroundings
and MCBs) are given in the Wiring Regulations. of the conductors.

Zs too high In order to achieve this protection the nominal current of the
If the system Zs value is too high to achieve rapid enough protective device In should be not less than the design current of the
disconnection with the overcurrent protective devices available then circuit Ib and that In should not exceed the current-carrying capacity
it is necessary to use one of the two following methods: of the conductors Iz, and that the current causing effective operation
fit a cable with a larger cross-section and consequently a lower of the protective device I2 does not exceed 1.45 times the current-
impedance. This may be a very expensive solution especially when carrying capacity of the conductor Iz, expressed as
the installation is complete before the problem is Ib In Iz
discovered. I2 1.45Iz
use a Hager residual current device (RCD). Subject to certain
conditions being met this provides a simple and economical Protection against Short-Circuit Current
solution. Protective devices must be provided to break any short-circuit
current before it can cause danger due to thermal and mechanical
Example (electro-dynamic) effects produced in the conductors and
connections. The breaking capacity of the protective device shall not
be less than the prospective short-circuit current at the point at which
If = 343A the device is installed. However a lower breaking capacity is
permitted provided that a properly co-ordinated back-up device
MT 132
having the necessary breaking capacity is installed on the supply
L1 load side.
Zs = 0,7 ohms
Positioning of Overcurrent Devices
Devices for the protection against overload and short-circuit must be
placed at the point where a reduction occurs in the current-carrying
N
capacity of the conductors. This reduction could be caused by a
change in the environmental conditions as well as the more obvious
E
change in the cross-sectional area of the cable.

There are of course exceptions to this general rule which relate to a

Diagram above shows a fixed circuit with an earth loop impedance Zs very few special applications. These are set out in detail in the the
of 0.7 ohms protected with an MT 132. The fault current (If) will Wiring Regulations.

4.36
Miniature Circuit Breakers
Both of the new International Standards covering Low Voltage Circuit The difference between the three types of characteristic curves
Breakers provide the user with a better assurance of quality and designated B, C and D concerns only the magnetic instantaneous
performance by taking into account the actual operating conditions trip which provides short-circuit protection.
of the breaker. New definitions and symbols have been introduced
which should be committed to memory. Some of those most For type B the breaker must trip between the limits of 3 to 5 times
frequently used are: rated current
For type C the breaker must trip between the limits of 5 to 10
Ue : rated service voltage times rated current, and
Ui : rated insulation voltage (> Uemax) For type D the breaker must trip between the limits of 10 to 20
Uimp : rated impulse withstand times rated current.
Icm : rated short circuit making capacity
Icn : rated short circuit capacity Often manufacturers publish their MCB tripping characteristics
Ics : rated service short circuit breaking capacity showing the limits set by the standard and guarantee that any
Icu : rated ultimate short circuit breaking capacity breaker that you purchase will operate within these limits. So great
In : rated residual operating current (often called care should be taken when working with characteristic curves show-
residual sensitivity) ing lower and higher limits - on no account should you take a mean
In: rated current = maximum value of current used for the point for application design purposes.
temperature rise test
t: trip delay of residual current devices For cable protection applications you should take the maximum
tripping time and some manufacturers publish single line
In addition IEC 898 sets out to provide a greater degree of safety to characteristic curves which show the maximum tripping time. If the
the uninstructed users of circuit breakers. It is interesting to note that design problem is nuisance tripping then the minimum tripping time
the description miniature circuit breaker or MCB is not used at all in should be used and for desk top co-ordination studies, both lower
this standard, but no doubt both manufacturers and users will con- and upper limits have to be taken into account.
tinue to call circuit breakers complying with IEC 898 miniature circuit
breakers or MCBs for some time to come.
Energy limiting
The scope of this standard is limited to ac air break circuit breakers Energy is measured in Joules. *James Prescott Joule proved that

Protection Devices
for operation at 50Hz or 60Hz, having a rated current not exceeding thermal energy was produced when an electric current flowed
125A and a rated short-circuit capacity not exceeding 25kA. through a resistance for a certain time, giving us the formula :

A rated service short-circuit breaking capacity Ics is also included Joules = I2 x R x t or because we know that watts = I2R
which is equal to the rated short-circuit capacity Icn for short-circuit Joules = watts x seconds
capacity values up to and including 6kA, and 50% of Icn above 6kA Therefore we can say that :
with a minimum value of 7.5kA. As the circuit- breakers covered One Joule = one watt second
by this standard are intended for household and similar uses, Ics or energy = watts x seconds = I2 R t
is of academic interest only. The rated short-circuit capacity of a
MCB (Icn) is the alternating component of the prospective current If the resistance (R) remains constant or is very small compared with
expressed by its r.m.s. value, which the MCB is designed to make, the current (I) as in the case of short-circuit current, then energy
carry for its opening time and to break under specified conditions. Icn becomes proportional to I2t. Which is why the energy let-through of a
is shown on the MCBlabel in a rectangular box without the suffix A protective device is expressed in ampere squared seconds and
and is the value which is used for application purposes. Icn (of the referred to as I2t
MCB) should be equal to or greater than the prospective short-circuit
current at the point of application. I2t (Joule Integral) is the integral of the square of the current over a
given time interval (t0, t1)
You will see from the curves that the inverse time delay characteristic
which provides overload protection is the same on all three. This is The I2t characteristic of a circuit breaker is shown as a curve giving
because the Standards requires the breaker to carry 1.13 times the the maximum values of I2t as a function of the prospective current.
rated current without tripping for at least one hour and when the test
current is increased to 1.45 times the rated current, it must trip within Manufacturers are required by the Standard to produce the I2t
one hour, and again from cold if the last current is increased to 2.55 characteristic of their circuit breakers.
times the rated current the breaker must trip between 1 and 120 See previous page.
seconds. The inverse time delay characteristic of all MCBs claiming
compliance with IEC 898 must operate within these limits. The energy limiting characteristics of modern MCBs greatly reduce
the damage that might otherwise be caused by short-circuits. They
protect the cable insulation and reduce the risk of fire and other
damage. Knowledge of the energy limiting characteristic of a circuit
breaker also helps the circuit designer calculate discrimination with
other protective devices in the same circuit.

Because of the importance of the energy limiting characteristic the

Standards for circuit breakers for household and similar installations
suggests three energy limiting classes based on the permissible I2t
(let-through) values for circuit breakers up to 32A; class 3 having the
highest energy limiting performance.

All Hager MCBs are well within the limits of energy let-through set by
IEC 898 for energy limiting class 3.

4.37
Miniature
Circuit Circuit Breakers
Protection
Breaking capacity according to IEC/EN 60 898 and IEC/EN 60 947-2

MJN
References MLN Ax8xxx Ax9xxx
MHN
poles Ph+N Ph+N Ph+N Ph+N
nominal current
2 to 40 2 to 40 6 to 40 6 to 40
In (A)
breaking capacity to IEC/EN 60 898
230V 4500A 6000A 4500A 6000A
400V - - - -
breaking capacity to IEC/EN 60 947-2
230V 6kA 7,5kA 6kA 10kA
400V - - - -

MV MT MBN MB NGN
References
MW MU MCN MC
poles 1 2, 3, 4 1 2, 3, 4 1 2, 3, 4 1 2, 3, 4 1, 2, 3, 4 1, 2, 3, 4 1, 2, 3, 4 1 2, 3, 4
nominal current
6 to 40 6 to 40 6 to 40 6 to 40 6 to 63 6 to 63 0,5 to 63 0,5 to 63 0,5 to 2 3 to 6 6 10 to 63 10 to 63
In (A)
breaking capacity to IEC/EN 60 898
230V 3000A 4500A 6000A 10000A 6000A 10000A 6000A 10000A - - - 6000A 10000A
400V - 3000A - 6000A - 6000A - 6000A - - - 6000A 6000A
breaking capacity to IEC/EN 60 947-2
230V 4,5kA 6kA - - 6kA 10kA 10kA 20kA 80kA 50kA 30kA 10kA 20kA
400V 3kA 4,5kA - - 3kA 3kA 3kA 10kA 80kA 50kA 30kA 3kA 10kA

NBN, NCN
References NQN, NRN, NSN
NDN
poles 1, 2, 3, 4 1, 2, 3, 4 1, 2, 3, 4 1 2, 3, 4 1, 2, 3, 4 1, 2, 3, 4 1, 2, 3, 4 1, 2, 3, 4 1, 2, 3, 4 1, 2, 3, 4
nominal current
0,5 to 2 3 to 6 6 10 to 63 10 to 63 0,5 to 2 3 to 6 6 6 to 25 32 to 40 50 to 63
In (A)
breaking capacity to IEC/EN 60 898
230V - - - 10000A - - - - - - -
400V - - - - 10000A - - - - - -
breaking capacity to IEC/EN 60 947-2
230V 80kA 50kA 30kA 15kA 20kA 80kA 50kA 30kA 25kA 20kA 15kA
400V 80kA 50kA 30v 3kA 15kA 80kA 50kA 30kA 25kA 20kA 15kA

HLE HMB, HMC HMJ

References HMX
HLF HMD HMK
poles 1 2, 3, 4 1 2, 3, 4 1 2, 3, 4 1 2, 3, 4
nominal current 80 to 80 to 80 to 80 to 80 to 80 to
10 to 63 10 to 63
In (A) 125 125 125 125 125 125
breaking capacity to IEC/EN 60 898
230V 15kA 10kA 15kA - -
400V 10kA 10kA 15kA - -
breaking capacity to IEC/EN 60 947-2
230V 15kA 15kA 30kA 60kA 100kA
400V 10kA 10kA 15kA 30kA 50kA

4.38
 SelectivityCircuit
Miniature & Discrimination
Breakers

Typical RCCB time/current characteristics Having decided on the type and the limit of discrimination of the
circuit breakers in the system, it is very important to consider the
10 discrimination between any add on RCCBs. In theory it is possible to
achieve current discrimination between RCCBs but the limit of
discrimination is too low for practical purposes. Time discrimination is
Total Operating Time (Seconds)

2 by far the best method and is achieved by delaying the tripping of the
Time Delay upstream RCCB.
1 Range
Note that the limit of discrimination is the instantaneous setting of the
0.5 associated circuit breaker. In other words if the earth fault current is
0.2 greater than the instantaneous trip setting of the associated circuit
In 0.1A

In 0.3A

breaker, the circuit breaker will trip regardless of the time delay on the
In 1A

In 3A

0.1 Instantaneous RCCB. The table below indicates how time discrimination may be
In

0.05 Trip
achieved between RCCBs.
0.02

0.01
0.01 0.05 0.1 0.5 1 5 10 100 1000

In Current (Amperes)

Limit of discrimination
instantaneous trip of
associated circuit breaker

Up-stream RCCB sensitivity In

Protection Devices
0,01A 0,03A 0,1A 0,3A 1,0A 3,0A

Downstream Time
RCCB delay 0 0 0 0,2 0 0,2 0,3 1,0 3,0 0 0,3 1,0 3,0 0 0,3 1,0 3,0
sensitivity In (sec.)

0,01A 0

0,03A 0

0
0,1A
0,2

0,2

0,3A 0,3

1,0

3,0

0,3
1,0A
2,0

3,0

0,3
3,0A
1,0

3,0

Discrimination achieved

4.39
Use of MCBs in DC Systems

DC applications
breaking capacity (kA)
Because of their quick make and break design and excellent arc Table 1
L/R = 15ms
quenching capabilities, Hager circuit breakers are suitable for use on
DC. When selecting a circuit breaker for any DC application it is nb of poles
necessary to consider 2 main points: in series
range In 48V 60V 125V 250V 500V
needed for
a) system voltage breaking
The system voltage and the type of system determines the number
of poles required to provide the necessary breaking capacity and arc MT, MU, 1P 15 - - - -
control. The table gives the maximum DC voltage and breaking MB, MC, 0,5 2P 20 20 - - -
capacity for one pole or two poles connected in the series: MV, MW, to
MBNxxxA, 63A 3P 25 25 20 - -
The positioning of these breaking poles in the system depends on
whether the system is earthed or insulated and if it is earthed whether MCNxxxA 4P 35 35 25 - -
one polarity is earthed or the centre point is earthed. 1P 15 15 10 - -
NGN, NBN-
0,5 2P 20 20 15 6 -
xxxA, NCN-
b) type of DCsystems: 3 different types to
xxxA, 3P 25 25 20 10 -
Network connected to the earth - one polarity earthed (+ve or -ve): 63A
NDNxxxA
If -ve is earthed, all poles will be placed in series in the +ve leg. If 4P 35 35 25 15 10
the +ve is earthed, all poles will be placed in the -ve leg. 1P 25 25 20 - -
Note: an extra pole will be needed on the earthed polarity to provide 0,5 2P 35 35 25 15 -
isolation. to
Network connected to the earth - middle point earthed: 20A 3P 40 40 35 20 -
The number of poles required to break Isc should be placed on 4P 45 45 40 25 10
each polarity. 1P 20 20 15 - -
Network insulated to the earth: NRN 25 2P 25 25 20 10 -
The number of poles required to break Isc should be split between NSN, to
the two polarities. NQN 40A 3P 30 30 30 15 -
4P 35 35 35 20 10
Information 1P 15 15 10 - -
To disconnect under load, use a DC switch SB432PV 50 2P 20 20 15 6 -
(32A - 1000V DC). and
63A 3P 25 25 20 10 -
4P 35 35 25 15 10
1P 15 15 10 - -
HMB, HMC,
Table 2 80 to 2P 20 20 15 6 -
HMD,
magnetic trip It1 It2 Irm1 Irm2 125A 3P 30 30 30 15 -
HMK, HMJ
4P 35 35 35 20 10
AC M 50Hz 1,13 In 1,45 In 3 In 5 In 1P 25 25 20 - -
curve B
DC ... 1,13 In 1,45 In 4 In 7 In 10 to 2P 35 35 25 15 -
HMX
63A 3P 40 40 35 20 -
AC M 50Hz 1,13 In 1,45 In 5 In 10 In
curve C 4P 45 45 40 25 10
DC ... 1,13 In 1,45 In 7 In 15 In 1P 12 12 8 - -

AC M 50Hz 1,13 In 1,45 In 10 In 20 In HLFxxxS 80 to 2P 15 15 10 4 -

curve D HLExxxS 125A 3P 25 25 25 10 -
DC ... 1,13 In 1,45 In 15 In 30 In 4P 30 30 30 15 5

c) earthing system types

earthing diagrams TT, TNS, TNC

IT system isolated to the earth
a polarity connected to earth earthed center point

U/2 U/2
U load load U load load
U/2 U/2
Z

Network connected to the earth Network connected to the earth Network insulated to the earth: Network connected to the earth
- one polarity earthed middle point earthed: The number of poles required middle point earthed:
(+ve or -ve): The number of poles required to to break Isc should be split The number of poles required
If -ve is earthed, all poles will be break Isc should be placed on between the two polarities. to break Isc should be placed
placed in series in the +ve leg. If each polarity. on each polarity.
the +ve is earthed, all poles will
be placed in the -ve leg.

4.40
 Characteristics of MCBs in DC
Examples of TT, TNS, TNC earthing systems:

24V DC U 48V DC Protection of a 32A circuit under U = 48V DC voltage with earthed Protection of a 32A circuit under U
negative polarity and 15kA short circuit current (Icc). = 48V DC voltage with middle point
a) without negative polarity breaking earthed and 15kA short circuit
b) with negative polarity breaking - --+++ current (Icc).
- -- +++ c) Icc under U/2 = 24V
- + - +
- +
a) - + b) - + c) - +
- + - +
MC132A
MC132A
MC132A MC232A
MC232A
MC232A
MC132A MC232A
MC132A MC232A
MC132A
MC132A MC132A
MC232A
MC232A MC232A
MC232A
charge
charge
charge
charge
charge
charge
charge
charge
charge
charge charge
load charge
load
chargeload charge

48V DC U 125V DC Protection of a 20A circuit under U = 125V DC voltage with earthed Protection of a 20A circuit under U =
negative polarity and 15kA short circuit current (Icc). 125V DC voltage with middle point
a) without negative polarity breaking earthed and 15kA short circuit
b) with negative polarity breaking current (Icc).
- + - +
c) Icc under U/2 = 72,5V

d) - -- +++ e) - -- +++ f) - -- +++

Protection Devices
- + - + - +
- + MC132A - + MC232A - +
- + -- + + -- + + - +
MW320
MW320
MW320 MW420
MW420
MW420
MW420 MW420
MW420
MW420
MW420
MW320 charge MW420 MW420
charge MW320 MW420 MW420
MW320 MW320
MW420 MW420
MW420
charge
load
charge
charge charge
charge
charge
load charge
charge
charge
load
charge charge charge
125V DC U 500V DC Protection of a 40A circuit under U = 500V DC voltage
charge charge with earthed Protection of a 40A circuit under U =
charge
charge charge
charge charge
charge charge
negative polarity and 10kA short circuit current (Icc). 500V DC voltage with middle point
a) without negative polarity breaking earthed and 10kA short circuit
current (Icc).
c) Icc under U/2 = 250V
- -- +++
g) -- + + - - + h) - +
- +
- + - +
NCN440A
NCN440A
NCN440A
NCN440A
MW320 MW420 NCN440A
MW420
NCN440A
NCN440A NCN440A
charge
charge
charge
charge
load charge charge
load
charge
charge charge

Examples of IT earthing system:

24V DC U 125V DC Protection of a 16A circuit under U = Protection of a 16A circuit under U =
120V -DC+voltage supplied by a 4kA 120V DC voltage supplied by an
Icc isolated battery. impedant middle point battery
delivering 4kA short circuit current.
U/2 = 60V - --+++
NCN440A - +
i) - ++ j) - +- +
- + - - + - +
MW420
MW420
MW420

charge MW420
NFN216 MU216A
MW420
MC132A MC132A
MC232A MC232A
MW420 MW420
charge
charge
charge
charge
charge
load charge
loadcharge
charge charge charge charge

4.41
 Miniature Circuit Breakers
Energy let through at 230V

MCB range: MHN MCB range: MJN, MLN

10000

4000

1000

400

100
energy let through in kA2s

energy let through in kA2s

40
40 A 32 A
25 A
10 20 A
16 A
4
10 A, 13 A DISJONCTEUR 1 MODULE ACCESSORIABLE
DISJONCTEUR 1 MODULE ACCESSORIABLE 4 A, 6 A
Norme EN 60898 Courbe C / Contraintes thermiques 400 V
Norme EN 60898 Courbe B / Contraintes thermiques
2A
400 V
1

0,4

0,1

0,04

0,01

0,004

0,001

0,0004

0,0001
0,5 1 4 10 40 100 1000 10000 100000
Icc (A) Icc (A)

Energy let through at 400V

MCB range: MV, MT, MB, MBN MCB range: MW, MU, MC, MCN
10000 10000
63 A 63 A

50 A 50 A
40 A 40 A
32 A 32 A

1000 25 A 1000 25 A
20 A 20 A
16 A 16 A
13 A 13 A

10 A 10 A
50 A, 63 A 50 A, 63 A
100 32 A, 40 A 100 32 A, 40 A
20 A, 25 A 20 A, 25 A
energy let through in kA2s

energy let through in kA2s

6A 13 A, 16 A 6A 13 A, 16 A
10 A 10 A
6A 6A
4A 3 A, 4 A
1 A, 2 A
3A
10 10
0.5 A
2A

1A

1 1
MV, MB,
MBN 0.5 A

0.1 0.1
MU, MC,
6000
3000
MV MCN

0.01
MW
0.01

0.001 0.001

0.0001 0.0001
0.1 1 10 100 1000 10000 100000 0.1 1 10 100 1000 10000 100000
Icc (A) Icc (A)

4.42
 Miniature Circuit Breakers
MCBs 1 module/pole: temperature correction factor according to MCBs 1,5 module/pole: temperature correction factor according to
ambiant temperature (nominal values for ref. temperature: 30C) ambiant temperature (nominal values for ref. temperature: 30C)

In(A) 20C 25C 30C 35C 40C 45C 50C 55C 60C 65C 70C In(A) 20C 25C 30C 35C 40C 45C 50C 55C 60C 65C 70C
0,5 0,54 0,52 0,5 0,48 0,46 0,44 0,42 - - - - 10 10,8 10,4 10 9,6 9,2 8,8 8,4 8 7,6 7,2 6,8
1 1,08 1,04 1 0,96 0,92 0,88 0,84 0,8 0,76 0,72 0,68 13 14,04 13,52 13 12,48 11,96 11,44 10,92 10,4 9,88 9,36 8,84
1,5 1,62 1,56 1,5 1,44 1,38 1,32 1,26 1,2 1,14 1,08 1,02 15 16,2 15,6 15 14,4 13,8 13,2 12,6 12 11,4 10,8 10,2
1,6 1,73 1,66 1,6 1,54 1,47 1,41 1,34 1,28 1,22 1,15 1,09 16 17,28 16,64 16 15,36 14,72 14,08 13,44 12,8 12,16 11,52 10,88
2 2,16 2,08 2 1,92 1,84 1,76 1,68 1,6 1,52 1,44 1,36 20 21,6 20,8 20 19,2 18,4 17,6 16,8 16 15,2 14,4 13,6
3 3,24 3,12 3 2,88 2,76 2,64 2,52 2,4 2,28 2,16 2,04 25 27 26 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 18 17
3,5 3,78 3,64 3,5 3,36 3,22 3,08 2,94 2,8 2,66 2,52 2,38 30 32,4 31,2 30 28,8 27,6 26,4 25,2 24 22,8 21,6 20,4
4 4,32 4,16 4 3,84 3,68 3,52 3,36 3,2 3,04 2,88 2,72 32 34,56 33,28 32 30,72 29,44 28,16 26,88 25,6 24,32 23,04 21,76
5 5,4 5,2 5 4,8 4,6 4,4 4,2 4 3,8 3,6 3,4 35 37,8 36,4 35 33,6 32,2 30,8 29,4 28 26,6 25,2 23,8
6 6,48 6,24 6 5,76 5,52 5,28 5,04 4,8 4,56 4,32 4,08 45 43,2 41,6 45 38,4 36,8 35,2 33,6 32 30,4 28,8 27,2
7,5 8,1 7,8 7,5 7,2 6,9 6,6 6,3 6 5,7 5,4 5,1 50 54 52 50 48 46 44 42 40 38 36 34
8 8,64 8,32 8 7,68 7,36 7,04 6,72 6,4 6,08 5,76 5,44 63 68,04 65,52 63 60,48 57,96 55,44 52,92 50,4 47,88 45,36 42,84
10 10,8 10,4 10 9,6 9,2 8,8 8,4 8 7,6 7,2 6,8 80 86,4 83,2 80 76,8 73,6 70,4 67,2 64 60,8 57,6 54,4
13 14,0 13,5 13 12,5 12,0 11,4 10,9 10,4 9,9 9,4 8,8 100 108 104 100 96 92 88 84 80 76 72 68
15 16,2 15,6 15 14,4 13,8 13,2 12,6 12 11,4 10,8 10,2 125 - - 125 120 115 110 105 100 95 90 85
16 17,3 16,6 16 15,4 14,7 14,1 13,4 12,8 12,2 11,5 10,9
20 21,6 20,8 20 19,2 18,4 17,6 16,8 16 15,2 14,4 13,6
HMX MCBs: temperature correction factor according to ambiant
25 27 26 25 24 23 22 21 20 119 18 17
temperature (nominal values for ref. temperature: 40C)
30 32,4 31,2 30 28,8 27,6 26,4 25,2 24 22,8 21,6 20,4
32 34,6 33,3 32 30,7 29,4 28,2 26,9 25,6 24,3 23,0 21,8 In(A) 20C 25C 30C 35C 40C 45C 50C 55C 60C 65C 70C
35 37,8 36,4 35 33,6 32,2 30,8 29,4 28,0 26,6 25,2 23,8
10 11,6 11,2 10,8 10,4 10 9,6 9,2 8,8 8,4 8 7,6
40 44,8 41,6 40 38,4 36,8 35,2 33,6 32 30,4 28,8 27,2
16 18,56 17,92 17,28 16,64 16 15,36 14,72 14,08 13,44 12,8 12,16

Protection Devices
45 50,4 46,8 45 43,2 41,4 39,6 37,8 36 34,2 32,4 30,6
20 23,2 22,4 21,6 20,8 20 19,2 18,4 17,6 16,8 16 15,2
50 56 52 50 48 46 44 42 40 38 36 34
25 29 28 27 26 25 24 23 22 21 20 19
63 - - 63 60,5 58,0 55,4 52,9 50,4 47,9 45,4 42,8
32 37,12 35,84 34,56 33,28 32 30,72 29,44 28,16 26,88 25,6 24,32
40 46,4 44,8 43,2 41,6 40 38,4 36,8 35,2 33,6 32 30,4
Grouping factor (rated current reduce by factor K) 50 58 56 54 52 50 48 46 44 42 40 38
63 73,08 70,56 68,04 65,52 63 60,48 57,96 55,44 52,92 50,4 47,88
No. of units n K (grouping factor) 80 92,8 89,6 86,4 83,2 80 76,8 73,6 70,4 67,2 64 60,8
n=1 1 100 116 112 108 104 100 96 92 88 84 80 76
2 n<4 0,95 125 - - - - 125 120 115 110 105 100 95

4 n<6 0,9
6 n 0,85

Note: if the design current of a circuit (Ib) is less than 0,85 times the Frequency
nominal setting of the circuit beaker (In) grouping can be ignored. thermal: unchanged
magnetic: value multiplied by coefficient K

Installation 162/3 Hz -
working position: vertically, horizontally or flat, F (Hz) 100 Hz 200 Hz 400 Hz
60 Hz
supply: feed from either top or bottom terminals.
K 1 1,1 1,2 1,5

B curve at 30C (IEC 60 898-1) C curve at 30C (IEC 60 898-1) D curve at 30C (IEC 60 898-1)

MCB range: MHN, MV, MT, MB, MBN, MCB range: MLN, MJN, MW, MU, MC, MCB range: NGN, NDN, NSN, HMD
NBN, NQN, HLE, HMB, HMJ MCN, NRN, HLF, HMC, HMK, HMX,
Ax8xxx, Ax9xxx
10000 10000
6000 6000
4000 4000
3600 3600
2000 2000

1000 1000
600 600
400 400

200 200

100 100
60 60
time in seconds

time in seconds

time in seconds

40 40

20 20

10 10
6 6
4 4

2 2

1 1
0,6 0,6
0,4 0,4

0,2
B 0,2

0,1 0,1 D
0,04 0,04

0,02 0,02

0,01 0,01
0,004 0,004
1 1,5 2 3 4 6 8 10 15 20 30 40 1 1,5 2 3 4 6 8 10 15 20 30 40
1,13 1,13
1,45 current in multiple of rated current current in multiple of rated current 1,45current in multiple of rated current

4.43
 Miniature Circuit Breakers

Energy let through at 400V

MCB range: NBN, NEN, NQN MCB range: NCN, NFN, NRN
energy let through in kA2s

energy let through in kA2s

NBN
NQN NRN

NEN
MBN NKN
NCN
MB
NFN
MCN
MC

Icc (A) Icc (A)

MCB range: NDN, NGN

energy let through in kA2s

NDN

NSN

NGN

Icc (A)

4.44
 Miniature Circuit Breakers

Energy let through at 400V

MCB range: HLE, HMB, HMJ MCB range: HLF, HMC, HMK
energy let through in kA2s

energy let through in kA2s

Protection Devices
Icc (A) Icc (A)

MCB range: HMD MCB range: HMX

63 A
50 A
40 A
32 A
25 A
20 A
16 A
10 A
energy let through in kA2s

energy let through in kA2s

Icc (A)

Icc (A)

4.45
 Miniature Circuit Breakers

Current limitation at 400V

MCB range: MV, MT, MB, MBN MCB range: MW, MU, MC, MCN
10000 10000
50 A, 63 A 50 A, 63 A
32 A, 40 A 32 A, 40 A
20 A, 25 A 20 A, 25 A

13 A, 16 A 13 A, 16 A
10 A 10 A
6A 6A

3 A, 4 A 3 A, 4 A

1 A, 2 A 1 A, 2 A
peak current in kA

peak current in kA
0.5 A 0.5 A

1000 1000 MU, MC,

MCN

6000
MN
MT, MB,
MBN

3000
MV

100 100
100 1000 10000 100000 100 1000 10000 100000
short circuit current short circuit current

MCB range: NBN, NCN, NQN, NRN, MC, MB

peak current in kA

NRN

NRN
NQN

NKN

NEN
MB
NFN
MC

100 500 1000 5000 10000 40000

short circuit current

4.46
 Miniature Circuit Breakers

Current limitation at 400V

MCB range: NDN, NGN, NSN MCB range: HLE, HLF, HMB, HMC, HMJ, HMK
peak current in kA

peak current in kA
NDN
NSN

NGN

Protection Devices
short circuit current short circuit current

MCB range: HMD MCB range: HMX

2

63 A, 50 A
40A
32 A, 25A
20 A

16 A
10 A
peak current in kA

peak current in kA

short circuit current short circuit current

4.47
Discrimination

Co-Ordination between circuit protective devices the right). For this example the time/current characteristics of a 32A
The proper co-ordination of two circuit protective devices is essential type B circuit breaker complying with BS EN 60898, with a 100A
in all installations in order to fulfil the requirements of the Wiring category A circuit breaker to BS EN 60947 Part 2 are checked for
Regulations which set out to ensure the safe continuity of supply of current
electrical current under all conditions of service. If a fault does occur, discrimination.
the circuit protective device nearest the fault should operate, allowing
the device immediately upstream to continue to supply healthy Because the thermal characteristic curve of the upstream circuit
circuits. This is called discrimination. breaker clears the knee of the characteristic curve of the smaller
downstream breaker, it can be said that overload discrimination is
Sometimes the upstream device is selected to protect the achieved under all conditions. However because the instantaneous
downstream device(s) against high prospective short circuit currents characteristic curves cross at 0.01 sec, short-circuit discrimination is
and will operate to provide this protection should the actual short limited up to the point they cross, which in this case is approximately
circuit current rise to a level which cannot be handled by the device 2.7kA. The point at which the two time/current characteristics cross
nearest the fault. This is called back-up protection and devices is called the limit of discrimination or selectivity. In this example the
should be so chosen as to allow discrimination up to the point the level of discrimination Is is 2.7kA, so we only have partial
back-up device takes over. discrimination between these two devices.

Discrimination Time discrimination

Discrimination, which is sometimes called selectivity, is the Time discrimination is achieved by delaying the opening of the
co-ordination of two automatic circuit protective devices in such a upstream circuit breaker until the downstream circuit breaker
way that a fault appearing at any given point in an installation is haopened and cleared the fault. The total clearing time of the
cleared by the protective device installed immediately upstream of downstream circuit breaker must be less than the time setting of the
the fault and by that device alone. upstream circuit breaker and the upstream circuit breaker must be
Example able to withstand the fault current for the time setting period.
A Therefore the upstream circuit breaker must be a category B
breaker which has been designed and tested for this purpose.

To determine time discrimination it is only necessary to

A
compare the time/current characteristic curves of the two devices to
ensure that no overlap occurs.

Upstream
breaker
H630/630A
B Category B
1000
Total Operating Time (seconds)

100

10

Downstream
1 breaker
H400/250A
Category A

0.1

Fault occurs downstream of final sub-circuit device C. All other

protective devices remain closed ensuring continuity of supply to the 0.01
rest of the installation.
100 1000 10000
When this ideal situation is achieved under all conditions it is called Current (Amperes)
total discrimination.

Discrimination between two protective devices can be based on

either the magnitude of the fault which is called current Short circuit discrimination
discrimination or the duration of the time the upstream device can A more accurate way of checking the discrimination between two
withstand the fault current; this is called time discrimination. circuit protective devices at short circuit levels is to compare the
energy let-through of the downstream device with the no-tripping or
pre-arcing energy levels of the upstream device.
Current discrimination
In order to achieve current discrimination in a distribution system it In order to check current discrimination at short circuit levels
is necessary for the downstream device to have a lower continuous between:
current rating and a lower instantaneous tripping value than the Fuse Upstream - Fuse Downstream
upstream device. Current discrimination increases as the difference It is only necessary to compare the I2t values of each fuse. This
between the continuous current ratings of the upstream and information is usually available in very simple tabular form (see Table
downstream devices increases. 1 page D.61). If the total let-through energy (I2t) of the downstream
fuse is less
A simple way of checking current discrimination at both overload and than the pre-arcing energy (I2t) of the upstream fuse, then total
short-circuit conditions is to compare the time/current characteristic discrimination is achieved at short-circuit levels.
curves of both devices plotted to the same scale. Transparency
overlays, if available, make this task much easier (see diagram on

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Fuse I2t characteristics

Rated current Pre-arching I2t Total I2t

(A) (kA2s) (kA2s)
10 0,07 0,25
16 0,17 0,45
20 0,31 0,90
25 0,62 1,90
32 1,00 3,0
40 2,1 8,0
50 7,0 17
63 11 30
80 22 70 Back-up protection co-ordination

100 39 100 Back-up Protection

125 62 170 Sometimes known as cascading, when the energy limiting capacity of
an upstream breaker is used to allow the use of a downstream circuit
160 101 300 breaker having a short circuit breaking capacity (Icu) lower than the
200 190 500 prospective fault level at the point at which it is installed.
315 480 1100 It should be noted that when two circuit protective devices are used
400 800 2100 in association to improve the short-circuit capacity of the
downstream device, total selectivity can never be achieved up to the
500 1100 3100 assigned breaking capacity of the association.

Protection Devices
630 1800 5000
The upstream device must at some point operate to provide the
Table 1 necessary protection to the downstream circuit breaker. This point,
which is known as the take-over current, must not be greater than the
rated short-circuit capacity of the downstream circuit breaker alone.
It therefore follows that the limit of selectivity IS will be less than the
take-over current IB. See Diagram above.

MCB total let-through energy Example

A panelboard is to be installed at a point where the prospective fault
Total let-through energy kA2s at PSCC level is 25kA. 250A incoming and 16A TP outgoing circuits. Select the
MCB In lowest cost circuit breakers which may be used. See diagram below.
3kA 6kA 10kA
6 5,9 10,5 15 Incoming - Hager H250 MCCB having an Icu of 40kA.
10 6,5 12,2 21,5
16 8,0 17,5 30
20 8,8 19,5 34
25 10 21 38
32 11 24 42
40 12,5 29 50
50 15 34 61
63 16 38 72

Table 2 l

Fuse Upstream - Circuit breaker downstream. The same procedure

applies to fuse/circuit breaker as it does to fuse/fuse association to
check current discrimination.

While for all practical purposes, a desk top study of time/current and
let-through energy (I2t) characteristics are perfectly adequate, the
British Standards for circuit breakers do recommend testing to
confirm the results. With this in mind hager have prepared a
complete list of discrimination levels for all its circuit protective
devices.

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Co-ordination

Definition
This allows circuit breakers of lower breaking capacity than the PSCC
to be installed. The principle is that two breakers operating in series
will clear a larger fault and that energy let through by the upstream
breaker will not damage the down stream device.

Co-ordination upstream MCB / downstream MCB, 1PP+N / 2PP, 230-240 V

NBNxxxA,
MB, MC MBNxxxA
references Ax8xx Ax9xx MV, MW NCNxxxA,
MU, MT MCNxxxA
NDNxxxA
Breaking capacity EN 60898 / 61009-1 4,5kA 6kA 3kA 6kA 6kA 10kA
Breaking capacity IEC 60947-1 6kA 10kA 10kA 20kA - 30kA
calibre
curve B, C B, C B, C B, C B, C B, C, D
Ax8xx 4,5kA 6kA B, C - 10kA - 20kA 20kA 20kA
Ax9xx 6kA 10kA B, C - - - 20kA 20kA 20kA
AC1xx, AD1xx, AE1xx, AF1xx, ACx1xx, 6kA - B, C - - - - - 30kA
ADx1xx, AEx1xx 10kA - B, C - - - - - -
MV, MW 3kA 10kA B, C - - - 20kA 20kA 30kA
MB, MC, MU, MT 6kA - B, C - - - - - 30kA
MHN, MJN 4,5kA 6kA B, C 6kA 10kA - 20kA 20kA 20kA
MLN 6kA 7,5kA B, C - 10kA - 20kA 20kA 20kA
MBNxxxA, MCNxxxA 6kA - B, C - - - - - 30kA
NBNxxxA, NCNxxxA, NDNxxxA 10kA 30kA B, C, D - - - - - -
- 50kA B, C, D - - - - - -
NQN, NRN, NSN - 40kA B, C, D - - - - - -
- 30kA B, C, D - - - - - -
MMN2xx, MMN3xx - 50-40kA magn. - - - - - -
HLE, HLF - 20kA B, C - - - - - -
HMB, HMC, HMD - 30kA B, C, D - - - - - -
HMJ, HMK - 60kA B, C - - - - - -
HMX - 100kA C - - - - - -

HMB,
HLE, HMJ,
references NQN, NRN, NSN HMC, HMX
HLF HMK
HMD
Breaking capacity EN 60898 / 61009-1 - - - - - - -
Breaking capacity IEC 60947-1 50kA 40kA 30kA 20kA 30kA 60kA 100kA
calibre 6-25A 25-40A 50-63A 80-125A 80-125A 80-125A 10-63A
curve B, C, D B, C, D B, C, D B, C B, C, D B, C C
Ax8xx 4,5kA 6kA B, C 20kA 20kA 20kA 15kA 15kA 15kA 15kA
Ax9xx 6kA 10kA B, C 20kA 20kA 20kA 15kA 15kA 15kA 15kA
AC1xx, AD1xx, AE1xx, AF1xx, ACx1xx, 6kA - B, C 50kA 40kA 30kA - 30kA 60kA 100kA
ADx1xx, AEx1xx 10kA - B, C 50kA 40kA 30kA - - 60kA 100kA
MV, MW 3kA 10kA B, C 50kA 40kA 30kA 20kA 30kA 30kA 50kA
MB, MC, MU, MT 6kA - B, C 50kA 40kA 30kA - 30kA 60kA 100kA
MHN, MJN 4,5kA 6kA B, C 20kA 20kA 20kA 15kA 15kA 15kA 15kA
MLN 6kA 7,5kA B, C 20kA 20kA 20kA 15kA 15kA 15kA 15kA
MBNxxxA, MCNxxxA 6kA - B, C 50kA 40kA 30kA - 30kA 60kA 100kA
NBNxxxA, NCNxxxA, NDNxxxA 10kA 30kA B, C, D 50kA 40kA 30kA - - 60kA 100kA
- 50kA B, C, D - - - - - 60kA 100kA
NQN, NRN, NSN - 40kA B, C, D - - - - - 60kA 100kA
- 30kA B, C, D - - - - - 60kA 100kA
MMN2xx, MMN3xx - 50-40kA magn. - - - - - 60kA 100kA
HLE, HLF - 20kA B, C - - - - 30kA 60kA -
HMB, HMC, HMD - 30kA B, C, D - - - - - 60kA -
HMJ, HMK - 60kA B, C - - - - - - -
HMX - 100kA C - - - - - - -

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Co-ordination upstream MCB / downstream MCB, 1PP, 230-240V, 2PP / 3PP / 3PP+N / 4PP, 400-415V

NBNxxxA,
MB, MC MBNxxxA,
references Ax8xx Ax9xx MV, MW NCNxxxA,
MU, MT MCNxxxA
NDNxxxA

Breaking capacity EN 60898 4,5kA 6kA 3kA 6kA 6kA 10kA

Breaking capacity IEC 60947-2 6kA 10kA 4,5kA 10kA - 15kA
calibre

curve B, C B, C B, C B, C B, C B, C, D, SCP

MV, MW 3kA 4,5kA B, C - - - 10kA 10kA 15kA

MX, MY 4,5kA 6kA B, C - - - 10kA 10kA 15kA
MB, MC, MU, MT 6kA - B, C - - - - - 15kA
MBNxxxA, MCNxxxA, MTN, MUN 6kA - B, C - - - - - 15kA
MBA, MCA, NEN, NFN, NGN 6kA 10kA B, C, D - - - - - 15kA
NBNxxxA, NCNxxxA, NDNxxxA 10kA 15kA B, C, D - - - - - -
- 25kA B, C, D - - - - - -
NQN, NRN, NSN - 20kA B, C, D - - - - - -
- 15kA B, C, D - - - - - -
MMN2xx, MMN3xx - 25-20kA magn. - - - - - -
HLE, HLF 10kA 10kA B, C - - - - - -
HMB, HMC, HMD 15kA 15kA B, C, D - - - - - -
HMJ, HMK - 30kA B, C - - - - - -
HMX - 50kA C - - - - - -

Protection Devices
HMB,
HLE, HMJ,
references NQN, NRN, NSN HMC, HMX
HLF HMK
HMD

Breaking capacity EN 60898 - - - 10kA 15kA - -

Breaking capacity IEC 60947-2 25kA 20kA 15kA 10kA 15kA 30kA 50kA
calibre 6-25A 25-40A 50-63A 80-125A 80-125A 80-125A 10-63A

curve B, C, D B, C, D B, C, D B, C B, C, D B, C C

MV, MW 3kA 4,5kA B, C 25kA 20kA 15kA 10kA 15kA 15kA 25kA
MX, MY 4,5kA 6kA B, C 25kA 20kA 15kA 10kA 15kA 20kA 35kA
MB, MC, MU, MT 6kA - B, C 25kA 20kA 15kA - 15kA 30kA 50kA
MBNxxxA, MCNxxxA, MTN, MUN 6kA - B, C 25kA 20kA 15kA - 15kA 30kA 50kA
MBA, MCA, NEN, NFN, NGN 6kA 10kA B, C, D 25kA 20kA 15kA - 15kA 30kA 50kA
NBNxxxA, NCNxxxA, NDNxxxA 10kA 15kA B, C, D 25kA 20kA 15kA - - 30kA 50kA
- 25kA B, C, D - - - - - 30kA 50kA
NQN, NRN, NSN - 20kA B, C, D - - - - - 30kA 50kA
- 15kA B, C, D - - - - - 30kA 50kA
MMN2xx, MMN3xx - 25-20kA magn. - - - - - 30kA 50kA
HLE, HLF 10kA 10kA B, C - - - - 15kA 30kA -
HMB, HMC, HMD 15kA 15kA B, C, D - - - - - 30kA -
HMJ, HMK - 30kA B, C - - - - - - -
HMX - 50kA C - - - - - - -

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Discrimination MCBs / MCBs 240/415VAV IEC 947-2

Limits (kA) Upstream : all MCB (1 and 1,5 modules / pole) and RCBO ranges
B curve C curve
In 6A 10A 13A 16A 20A 25A 32A 40A 45A 50A 63A 80A 100A 125A 1A 2A 3A 4A 6A 10A 13A 16A 20A 25A 32A 40A 45A 50A 63A
6A - 0,04 0,05 0,06 0,08 0,1 0,13 0,16 0,18 0,2 0,25 0,32 0,4 0,5 - - - - - 0,08 0,1 0,12 0,15 0,19 0,24 0,3 0,34 0,38 0,47
10A - - - 0,06 0,08 0,1 0,13 0,16 0,18 0,2 0,25 0,23 0,4 0,5 - - - - - - - 0,12 0,15 0,19 0,24 0,3 0,34 0,38 0,47
13A - - - - 0,08 0,1 0,13 0,16 0,18 0,2 0,25 0,32 0,4 0,5 - - - - - - - - 0,15 0,19 0,24 0,3 0,34 0,38 0,47
16A - - - - - 0,1 0,13 0,16 0,18 0,2 0,25 0,32 0,4 0,5 - - - - - - - - - 0,19 0,24 0,3 0,34 0,38 0,47
20A - - - - - - 0,13 0,16 0,18 0,2 0,25 0,32 0,4 0,5 - - - - - - - - - - 0,24 0,3 0,34 0,38 0,47
25A - - - - - - - 0,16 0,18 0,2 0,25 0,32 0,4 0,5 - - - - - - - - - - - 0,3 0,34 0,38 0,47
B curve

32A - - - - - - - - - 0,,2 0,25 0,32 0,4 0,5 - - - - - - - - - - - - - 0,38 0,47

40A - - - - - - - - - - 0,25 0,32 0,4 0,5 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 0,47
50A - - - - - - - - - - - 0,32 0,4 0,5 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
63A - - - - - - - - - - - - 0,4 0,5 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
80A - - - - - - - - - - - - - 0,5 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
100A - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
125A - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
0,5A 0,024 0,04 0,05 0,06 0,08 0,1 0,13 0,16 0,18 0,2 0,25 0,32 0,4 0,5 0,008 0,015 0,023 0,03 0,05 0,08 0,1 0,12 0,15 0,19 0,24 0,3 0,34 0,38 0,47
1A 0,024 0,04 0,05 0,06 0,08 0,1 0,13 0,16 0,18 0,2 0,25 0,32 0,4 0,5 - 0,015 0,023 0,03 0,05 0,08 0,1 0,12 0,15 0,19 0,24 0,3 0,34 0,38 0,47
2A 0,024 0,04 0,05 0,06 0,08 0,1 0,13 0,16 0,18 0,2 0,25 0,32 0,4 0,5 - - - 0,03 0,05 0,08 0,1 0,12 0,15 0,19 0,24 0,3 0,34 0,38 0,47
3A - 0,04 0,05 0,06 0,08 0,1 0,13 0,16 0,18 0,2 0,25 0,32 0,4 0,5 - - - - 0,05 0,08 0,1 0,12 0,15 0,19 0,24 0,3 0,34 0,38 0,47
4A - 0,04 0,05 0,06 0,08 0,1 0,13 0,16 0,18 0,2 0,25 0,32 0,4 0,5 - - - - - 0,08 0,1 0,12 0,15 0,19 0,24 0,3 0,34 0,38 0,47
6A - - - 0,06 0,08 0,1 0,13 0,16 0,18 0,2 0,25 0,32 0,4 0,5 - - - - - 0,08 0,1 0,12 0,15 0,19 0,24 0,3 0,34 0,38 0,47
10A - - - - - 0,1 0,13 0,16 0,18 0,2 0,25 0,32 0,4 0,5 - - - - - - - 0,12 0,15 0,19 0,24 0,3 0,34 0,38 0,47
13A - - - - - - 0,13 0,16 0,18 0,2 0,25 0,32 0,4 0,5 - - - - - - - - - 0,19 0,24 0,3 0,34 0,38 0,47
C curve

16A - - - - - - - 0,16 0,18 0,2 0,25 0,32 0,4 0,5 - - - - - - - - - 0,19 0,24 0,3 0,34 0,38 0,47
Downstream: all MCB (1 and 1,5 module / pole) and RCBO ranges

20A - - - - - - - - - 0,2 0,25 0,32 0,4 0,5 - - - - - - - - - - 0,24 0,3 0,34 0,38 0,47
25A - - - - - - - - - - 0,25 0,32 0,4 0,5 - - - - - - - - - - - 0,3 0,34 0,38 0,47
32A - - - - - - - - - - - 0,32 0,4 0,5 - - - - - - - - - - - - - 0,38 0,47
40A - - - - - - - - - - - - 0,4 0,5 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 0,47
50A - - - - - - - - - - - - - 0,5 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
63A - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
80A - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
100A - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
125A - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
0,5A 0,024 0,04 0,05 0,06 0,08 0,1 0,13 0,16 0,18 0,2 0,25 0,32 0,4 0,5 - 0,015 0,023 0,03 0,05 0,08 0,1 0,12 0,15 0,19 0,24 0,3 0,34 0,38 0,47
1A 0,024 0,04 0,05 0,06 0,08 0,1 0,13 0,16 0,18 0,2 0,25 0,32 0,4 0,5 - - 0,023 0,03 0,05 0,08 0,1 0,12 0,15 0,19 0,24 0,3 0,34 0,38 0,47
2A - 0,04 0,05 0,06 0,08 0,1 0,13 0,16 0,18 0,2 0,25 0,32 0,4 0,5 - - - - 0,05 0,08 0,1 0,12 0,15 0,19 0,24 0,3 0,34 0,38 0,47
3A - - - 0,06 0,08 0,1 0,13 0,16 0,18 0,2 0,25 0,32 0,4 0,5 - - - - - 0,08 0,1 0,12 0,15 0,19 0,24 0,3 0,34 0,38 0,47
4A - - - - 0,08 0,1 0,13 0,16 0,18 0,2 0,25 0,32 0,4 0,5 - - - - - - 0,1 0,12 0,15 0,19 0,24 0,3 0,34 0,38 0,47
6A - - - - - - 0,13 0,16 0,18 0,2 0,25 0,32 0,4 0,5 - - - - - - - - 0,15 0,19 0,24 0,3 0,34 0,38 0,47
10A - - - - - - - 0,16 0,18 0,2 0,25 0,32 0,4 0,5 - - - - - - - - - - 0,24 0,3 0,34 0,38 0,47
13A - - - - - - - - - 0,2 0,25 0,32 0,4 0,5 - - - - - - - - - - - 0,3 0,34 0,38 0,47
D curve

16A - - - - - - - - - - - 0,32 0,4 0,5 - - - - - - - - - - - - - 0,38 0,47

20A - - - - - - - - - - - - 0,4 0,5 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 0,47
25A - - - - - - - - - - - - - 0,5 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
32A - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
40A - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
50A - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
63A - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
80A - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
100A - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
125A - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
0,63A 0,024 0,04 0,05 0,06 0,08 0,1 0,13 0,16 0,18 0,2 0,25 0,32 0,4 0,5 - - - 0,03 0,05 0,08 0,1 0,12 0,15 0,19 0,24 0,3 0,34 0,38 0,47
1,25A - 0,04 0,05 0,06 0,08 0,1 0,13 0,16 0,18 0,2 0,25 0,32 0,4 0,5 - - - - - 0,08 0,1 0,12 0,15 0,19 0,24 0,3 0,34 0,38 0,47
1,6A - - 0,05 0,06 0,08 0,1 0,13 0,16 0,18 0,2 0,25 0,32 0,4 0,5 - - - - - 0,08 0,1 0,12 0,15 0,19 0,24 0,3 0,34 0,38 0,47
2,5A - - - 0,06 0,08 0,1 0,13 0,16 0,18 0,2 0,25 0,32 0,4 0,5 - - - - - - - 0,12 0,15 0,19 0,24 0,3 0,34 0,38 0,47
MMNxxx range

4A - - - - - 0,1 0,13 0,16 0,18 0,2 0,25 0,32 0,4 0,5 - - - - - - - - - 0,19 0,24 0,3 0,34 0,38 0,47
6,3A - - - - - - - 0,16 0,18 0,2 0,25 0,32 0,4 0,5 - - - - - - - - - - - 0,3 0,34 0,38 0,47
10A - - - - - - - - - - 0,25 0,32 0,4 0,5 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 0,47
12,5A - - - - - - - - - - - 0,32 0,4 0,5 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
16A - - - - - - - - - - - - 0,4 0,5 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
20A - - - - - - - - - - - - - 0,5 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
25A - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

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 D curve MMNxxx range
80A 100A 125A 1A 2A 3A 4A 6A 10A 13A 16A 20A 25A 32A 40A 45A 50A 63A 80A 100A 125A 0,63A 1,25A 1,6A 2,5A 4A 6,3A 10A 12,5A 16A 20A 25A
0,6 0,75 0,94 - - - - - 0,15 0,2 0,24 0,3 0,38 0,48 0,6 0,68 0,75 0,95 1,2 1,5 1,9 - - - - - 0,08 0,13 0,16 0,2 0,25 0,31
0,6 0,75 0,94 - - - - - - - 0,24 0,3 0,38 0,48 0,6 0,68 0,75 0,95 1,2 1,5 1,9 - - - - - - 0,13 0,16 0,2 0,25 0,31
0,6 0,75 0,94 - - - - - - - - 0,3 0,38 0,48 0,6 0,68 0,75 0,95 1,2 1,5 1,9 - - - - - - - - 0,2 0,25 0,31
0,6 0,75 0,94 - - - - - - - - 0,3 0,38 0,48 0,6 0,68 0,75 0,95 1,2 1,5 1,9 - - - - - - - - 0,2 0,25 0,31
0,6 0,75 0,94 - - - - - - - - - 0,38 0,48 0,6 0,68 0,75 0,95 1,2 1,5 1,9 - - - - - - - - - 0,25 0,31
0,6 0,75 0,94 - - - - - - - - - - 0,48 0,6 0,68 0,75 0,95 1,2 1,5 1,9 - - - - - - - - - - 0,31
0,6 0,75 0,94 - - - - - - - - - - - 0,6 0,68 0,75 0,95 1,2 1,5 1,9 - - - - - - - - - - -
0,6 0,75 0,94 - - - - - - - - - - - - - 0,75 0,95 1,2 1,5 1,9 - - - - - - - - - - -
0,6 0,75 0,94 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1,2 1,5 1,9 - - - - - - - - - - -
- 0,75 0,94 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1,5 1,9 - - - - - - - - - - -
- - 0,94 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1,9 - - - - - - - - - - -
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
0,6 0,75 0,94 0,015 0,03 0,045 0,06 0,09 0,15 0,2 0,24 0,3 0,38 0,48 0,6 0,68 0,75 0,95 1,2 1,5 1,9 0,008 0,016 0,02 0,03 0,05 0,08 0,13 0,16 0,2 0,25 0,31
0,6 0,75 0,94 - 0,03 0,045 0,06 0,09 0,15 0,2 0,24 0,3 0,38 0,48 0,6 0,68 0,75 0,95 1,2 1,5 1,9 - 0,016 0,02 0,03 0,05 0,08 0,13 0,16 0,2 0,25 0,31
0,6 0,75 0,94 - - - 0,06 0,09 0,15 0,2 0,24 0,3 0,38 0,48 0,6 0,68 0,75 0,95 1,2 1,5 1,9 - - - 0,03 0,05 0,08 0,13 0,16 0,2 0,25 0,31
0,6 0,75 0,94 - - - - 0,09 0,15 0,2 0,24 0,3 0,38 0,48 0,6 0,68 0,75 0,95 1,2 1,5 1,9 - - - - 0,05 0,08 0,13 0,16 0,2 0,25 0,31
0,6 0,75 0,94 - - - - - 0,15 0,2 0,24 0,3 0,38 0,48 0,6 0,68 0,75 0,95 1,2 1,5 1,9 - - - - - 0,08 0,13 0,16 0,2 0,25 0,31
0,6 0,75 0,94 - - - - - 0,15 0,2 0,24 0,3 0,38 0,48 0,6 0,68 0,75 0,95 1,2 1,5 1,9 - - - - - 0,08 0,13 0,16 0,2 0,25 0,31

Protection Devices
0,6 0,75 0,94 - - - - - - - 0,24 0,3 0,38 0,48 0,6 0,68 0,75 0,95 1,2 1,5 1,9 - - - - - - 0,13 0,16 0,2 0,25 0,31
0,6 0,75 0,94 - - - - - - - - - 0,38 0,48 0,6 0,68 0,75 0,95 1,2 1,5 1,9 - - - - - - - - 0,2 0,25 0,31
0,6 0,75 0,94 - - - - - - - - - 0,38 0,48 0,6 0,68 0,75 0,95 1,2 1,5 1,9 - - - - - - - - 0,2 0,25 0,31
0,6 0,75 0,94 - - - - - - - - - - 0,48 0,6 0,68 0,75 0,95 1,2 1,5 1,9 - - - - - - - - - 0,25 0,31
0,6 0,75 0,94 - - - - - - - - - - - 0,6 0,68 0,75 0,95 1,2 1,5 1,9 - - - - - - - - - - 0,31
0,6 0,75 0,94 - - - - - - - - - - - - - 0,75 0,95 1,2 1,5 1,9 - - - - - - - - - - -
0,6 0,75 0,94 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 0,95 1,2 1,5 1,9 - - - - - - - - - - -
0,6 0,75 0,94 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1,2 1,5 1,9 - - - - - - - - - - -
- 0,75 0,94 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1,5 1,9 - - - - - - - - - - -
- - 0,94 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1,9 - - - - - - - - - - -
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
0,6 0,75 0,94 0,015 0,03 0,045 0,06 0,09 0,15 0,2 0,24 0,3 0,38 0,48 0,6 0,68 0,75 0,95 1,2 1,5 1,9 - 0,016 0,02 0,03 0,05 0,08 0,13 0,16 0,2 0,25 0,31
0,6 0,75 0,94 - 0,03 0,045 0,06 0,09 0,15 0,2 0,24 0,3 0,38 0,48 0,6 0,68 0,75 0,95 1,2 1,5 1,9 - - 0,02 0,03 0,05 0,08 0,13 0,16 0,2 0,25 0,31
0,6 0,75 0,94 - - - 0,06 0,09 0,15 0,2 0,24 0,3 0,38 0,48 0,6 0,68 0,75 0,95 1,2 1,5 1,9 - - - - 0,05 0,08 0,13 0,16 0,2 0,25 0,31
0,6 0,75 0,94 - - - - 0,09 0,15 0,2 0,24 0,3 0,38 0,48 0,6 0,68 0,75 0,95 1,2 1,5 1,9 - - - - - 0,08 0,13 0,16 0,2 0,25 0,31
0,6 0,75 0,94 - - - - - 0,15 0,2 0,24 0,3 0,38 0,48 0,6 0,68 0,75 0,95 1,2 1,5 1,9 - - - - - 0,08 0,13 0,16 0,2 0,25 0,31
0,6 0,75 0,94 - - - - - - 0,2 0,24 0,3 0,38 0,48 0,6 0,68 0,75 0,95 1,2 1,5 1,9 - - - - - - 0,13 0,16 0,2 0,25 0,31
0,6 0,75 0,94 - - - - - - - - 0,3 0,38 0,48 0,6 0,68 0,75 0,95 1,2 1,5 1,9 - - - - - - - - 0,2 0,25 0,31
0,6 0,75 0,94 - - - - - - - - - 0,38 0,48 0,6 0,68 0,75 0,95 1,2 1,5 1,9 - - - - - - - - - 0,25 0,31
0,6 0,75 0,94 - - - - - - - - - - 0,48 0,6 0,68 0,75 0,95 1,2 1,5 1,9 - - - - - - - - - - 0,31
0,6 0,75 0,94 - - - - - - - - - - - 0,6 0,68 0,75 0,95 1,2 1,5 1,9 - - - - - - - - - - -
0,6 0,75 0,94 - - - - - - - - - - - - - 0,75 0,95 1,2 1,5 1,9 - - - - - - - - - - -
- 0,75 0,94 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 0,95 1,2 1,5 1,9 - - - - - - - - - - -
- - 0,94 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1,2 1,5 1,9 - - - - - - - - - - -
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1,5 1,9 - - - - - - - - - - -
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1,9 - - - - - - - - - - -
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
0,6 0,75 0,94 - - - 0,06 0,09 0,15 0,2 0,24 0,3 0,38 0,48 0,6 0,68 0,75 0,95 1,2 1,5 1,9 - - 0,02 0,03 0,05 0,08 0,13 0,16 0,2 0,25 0,31
0,6 0,75 0,94 - - - - - 0,15 0,2 0,24 0,3 0,38 0,48 0,6 0,68 0,75 0,95 1,2 1,5 1,9 - - - - 0,05 0,08 0,13 0,16 0,2 0,25 0,31
0,6 0,75 0,94 - - - - - 0,15 0,2 0,24 0,3 0,38 0,48 0,6 0,68 0,75 0,95 1,2 1,5 1,9 - - - - 0,05 0,08 0,13 0,16 0,2 0,25 0,31
0,6 0,75 0,94 - - - - - - - 0,24 0,3 0,38 0,48 0,6 0,68 0,75 0,95 1,2 1,5 1,9 - - - - - 0,08 0,13 0,16 0,2 0,25 0,31
0,6 0,75 0,94 - - - - - - - - - 0,38 0,48 0,6 0,68 0,75 0,95 1,2 1,5 1,9 - - - - - - 0,13 0,16 0,2 0,25 0,31
0,6 0,75 0,94 - - - - - - - - - - - 0,6 0,68 0,75 0,95 1,2 1,5 1,9 - - - - - - - - 0,2 0,25 0,31
0,6 0,75 0,94 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 0,95 1,2 1,5 1,9 - - - - - - - - - - 0,31
0,6 0,75 0,94 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1,2 1,5 1,9 - - - - - - - - - - -
- 0,75 0,94 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1,5 1,9 - - - - - - - - - - -
- - 0,94 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1,9 - - - - - - - - - - -
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

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Co-ordination Fuses / MCBs
Cascading fuses / MCBs 1PP+N / 2PP 230V - 240 V IEC 947-2

SOCOMECfuses 22 x 58 and size 00 (160A)

NH00 500 V gL/gl (SIEMENS) fuses
Range
50A 63A 80A 100A

Breaking capacity IEC 60898 / 61009-1 - - - -

Breaking capacity IEC 60947-2 100 kA
Curve gG
Ax8xx 4,5 kA 6 kA B, C 100 kA 65 kA 40 kA 22 kA
Ax9xx 6 kA 10 kA B, C 100 kA 100 kA 65 kA 40 kA

AC1xx, AD1xx, AE1xx, AF1xx, ACx1xx, 6 kA - B, C 100 kA 100 kA 100 kA 100 kA

ADx1xx, AEx1xx 10 kA - B, C 100 kA 100 kA 100 kA 100 kA
MV, MW 3 kA 10 kA B, C 100 kA 100 kA 100 kA 75 kA
MB, MC, MU, MT 6 kA - B, C 100 kA 100 kA 100 kA 100 kA
MHN, MJN 4,5 kA 6 kA B, C 100 kA 65 kA 40 kA 22 kA
MLN 6 kA 7,5 kA B, C 100 kA 100 kA 65 kA 40 kA
MBN, MCN 6 kA - B, C 100 kA 100 kA 100 kA 100 kA
NBN, NCN, NDN 10 kA 30 kA B, C, D 100 kA 100 kA 100 kA 100 kA
NQN, NRN, NSN - 50-30 kA B, C, D 100 kA 100 kA 100 kA 100 kA
MMN2xx, MMN3xx - 50-40 kA magn. 100 kA 100 kA 100 kA 100 kA
HLE, HLF - 20 kA B, C 100 kA 100 kA 100 kA 70 kA
HMB, HMC, HMD - 30 kA B, C, D 100 kA 100 kA 100 kA 70 kA
HMJ, HMK - 60 kA B, C 100 kA 100 kA 100 kA 100 kA
HMX - 100 kA C 100 kA 100 kA 100 kA 100 kA

Cascading fuses / MCBs 1PP 230V - 240 V 2PP / 3PP / 3PP+N / 4PP 400 - 415 V IEC 947-2

SOCOMECfuses 22 x 58 and size 00 (160A)

NH00 500 V gL/gl (SIEMENS) fuses
Range
50A 63A 80A 100A

Breaking capacity IEC 60898 / 61009-1 - - - -

Breaking capacity IEC 60947-2 100 kA
Curve gG
MV, MW 3 kA 4,5 kA B, C 100 kA 100 kA 100 kA 75 kA
MX, MY 4,5 kA 6 kA B, C 100 kA 100 kA 100 kA 90 kA
MB, MC, MU, MT 6 kA - B, C 100 kA 100 kA 100 kA 100 kA
NB, NC, ND 10 kA 15 kA B, C, D 100 kA 100 kA 100 kA 100 kA
MBN, MCN 6 kA - B, C 100 kA 100 kA 100 kA 100 kA
NBN, NCN, NDN 10 kA 15 kA B, C, D 100 kA 100 kA 100 kA 100 kA
NQN, NRN, NSN - 25-15 kA B, C, D 100 kA 100 kA 100 kA 100 kA
MMN2xx, MMN3xx - 25-20 kA magn. 100 kA 100 kA 100 kA 100 kA
HLE, HLF 10 kA 10 kA B, C 100 kA 100 kA 65 kA 35 kA
HMB, HMC, HMD 15 kA 15 kA B, C, D 100 kA 100 kA 65 kA 35 kA
HMJ, HMK - 30 kA B, C 100 kA 100 kA 100 kA 100 kA
HMX - 50 kA C 100 kA 100 kA 100 kA 100 kA

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125A 160A 200A 250A 315A 400A 500A 630A 800A

- - - - - - - - -

15 kA 6,5 kA 6 kA 6 kA 6 kA 6 kA 6 kA 6 kA 6 kA
25 kA 11 kA 10 kA 10 kA 10 kA 10 kA 10 kA 10 kA 10 kA
70 kA 35 kA 20 kA 20 kA 20 kA 20 kA 20 kA 20 kA 20 kA
100 kA 100 kA 70 kA 30 kA 30 kA 30 kA 30 kA 30 kA 30 kA
50 kA 25 kA 10 kA 10 kA 10 kA 10 kA 10 kA 10 kA 10 kA
70 kA 35 kA 20 kA 20 kA 20 kA 20 kA 20 kA 20 kA 20 kA
15 kA 6,5 kA 6 kA 6 kA 6 kA 6 kA 6 kA 6 kA 6 kA
25 kA 11 kA 7,5 kA 7,5 kA 7,5 kA 7,5 kA 7,5 kA 7,5 kA 7,5 kA
70 kA 35 kA 9 kA 9 kA 9 kA 9 kA 9 kA 9 kA 9 kA
100 kA 100 kA 70 kA 30 kA 30 kA 30 kA 30 kA 30 kA 30 kA
100 kA 100 kA 70 kA 30 kA 30 kA 30 kA 30 kA 30 kA 30 kA
100 kA 100 kA 70 kA 30 kA 30 kA 30 kA 30 kA 30 kA 30 kA
45 kA 20 kA 20 kA 20 kA 20 kA 20 kA 20 kA 20 kA 20 kA

Protection Devices
50 kA 30 kA 30 kA 30 kA 30 kA 30 kA 30 kA 30 kA 30 kA
100 kA 100 kA 100 kA 60 kA 60 kA 60 kA 60 kA 60 kA 60 kA
100 kA 100 kA 100 kA 100 kA 100 kA 100 kA 100 kA 100 kA 100 kA

125A 160A 200A 250A 315A 400A 500A 630A 800A

- - - - - - - - -

50 kA 25 kA 4,5 kA 4,5 kA 4,5 kA 4,5 kA 4,5 kA 4,5 kA 4,5 kA

60 kA 30 kA 6 kA 6 kA 6 kA 6 kA 6 kA 6 kA 6 kA
70 kA 35 kA 10 kA 10 kA 10 kA 10 kA 10 kA 10 kA 10 kA
100 kA 100 kA 15 kA 15 kA 15 kA 15 kA 15 kA 15 kA 15 kA
70 kA 35 kA 6 kA 6 kA 6 kA 6 kA 6 kA 6 kA 6 kA
100 kA 100 kA 15 kA 15 kA 15 kA 15 kA 15 kA 15 kA 15 kA
100 kA 100 kA 60 kA 15 kA 15 kA 15 kA 15 kA 15 kA 15 kA
100 kA 100 kA 60 kA 15 kA 15 kA 15 kA 15 kA 15 kA 15 kA
22 kA 10 kA 10 kA 10 kA 10 kA 10 kA 10 kA 10 kA 10 kA
25 kA 15 kA 15 kA 15 kA 15 kA 15 kA 15 kA 15 kA 15 kA
100 kA 70 kA 50 kA 30 kA 30 kA 30 kA 30 kA 30 kA 30 kA
100 kA 100 kA 70 kA 50 kA 50 kA 50 kA 50 kA 50 kA 50 kA

4.55
Discrimination Chart Fuses /MCBs

Discrimination chart 240/415V AC according to IEC 60 947-2

Limits (kA) Upstream: fuses category Gg (SOCOMEC)

In 2A 4A 6A 8A 10A 12A 16A 20A 25A 32A 40A 50A 63A 80A 100A 125A 160A 200A
6A - - - 0,14 0,17 0,21 0,31 0,42 0,62 1 1,5 2,3 3,8 7,1 T T T T
10A - - - - - 0,19 0,28 0,38 0,55 0,9 1,3 2 3,3 6 T T T T
13A - - - - - - 0,25 0,34 0,47 0,75 1,1 1,7 2,8 5 8,9 T T T
16A - - - - - - - 0,34 0,47 0,75 1,1 1,7 2,8 5 8,9 T T T
B curve

20A - - - - - - - - 0,41 0,65 0,97 1,3 2,3 4 6,8 T T T

25A - - - - - - - - - 0,65 0,97 1,3 2,3 4 6,8 T T T
32A - - - - - - - - - - 0,84 1,2 1,9 3,1 5,4 9 T T
40A - - - - - - - - - - - 1,2 1,9 3,1 5,4 9 T T
50A - - - - - - - - - - - - 1,8 2,8 4,5 6,8 T T
63A - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2,8 4,5 6,8 T T
0,5A 0,07 0,12 0,16 0,22 0,24 0,34 0,61 1 1,6 3,2 6,3 T T T T T T T
1A 0,055 0,09 0,12 0,15 0,19 0,23 0,38 0,57 0,9 1,5 2,7 4,8 9,3 T T T T T
Downstream: MCB 1 module / pole, ocean2 and v1 ranges

2A - 0,09 0,12 0,15 0,19 0,23 0,38 0,57 0,9 1,5 2,7 4,8 9,3 T T T T T
3A - - 0,105 0,13 0,16 0,2 0,32 0,46 0,7 1,1 1,9 3,2 5,9 T T T T T
4A - - - 0,13 0,16 0,2 0,32 0,46 0,7 1,1 1,9 3,2 5,9 T T T T T
6A - - - - - 0,18 0,29 0,42 0,62 1 1,5 2,3 3,8 7,1 T T T T
10A - - - - - - 0,26 0,37 0,55 0,9 1,3 2 3,3 6 T T T T
C curve

13A - - - - - - - 0,33 0,46 0,75 1,1 1,7 2,8 5 8,9 T T T

16A - - - - - - - - 0,46 0,75 1,1 1,7 2,8 5 8,9 T T T
20A - - - - - - - - - 0,65 0,97 1,3 2,3 4 6,8 T T T
25A - - - - - - - - - - 0,97 1,3 2,3 4 6,8 T T T
32A - - - - - - - - - - - 1,2 1,9 3,1 5,4 9 T T
40A - - - - - - - - - - - - 1,9 3,1 5,4 9 T T
50A - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2,8 4,5 6,8 T T
63A - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4,5 6,8 T T
0,5A 0,07 0,12 0,16 0,22 0,24 0,34 0,61 1 1,6 3,2 5,7 T T T T T T T
1A - 0,09 0,12 0,15 0,19 0,23 0,38 0,54 0,85 1,4 2,3 4 6,9 T T T T T
2A - - - 0,15 0,19 0,23 0,38 0,54 0,85 1,4 2,3 4 6,9 T T T T T
3A - - - - 0,16 0,2 0,31 0,44 0,67 1,1 1,6 2,8 5 9,2 T T T T
4A - - - - - 0,2 0,31 0,44 0,67 1,1 1,6 2,8 5 9,2 T T T T
6A - - - - - - - 0,37 0,54 0,87 1,3 2,1 3,6 6,4 T T T T
10A - - - - - - - - 0,46 0,74 1,1 1,6 2,8 5 8,6 T T T
D curve

13A - - - - - - - - - 0,65 0,99 1,5 2,4 4 6,8 T T T

16A - - - - - - - - - - 0,99 1,5 2,4 4 6,8 T T T
20A - - - - - - - - - - - 1,1 1,7 2,8 4,7 7,4 T T
25A - - - - - - - - - - - - 1,7 2,8 4,7 7,4 T T
32A - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2,2 3,5 5,5 9,1 T
40A - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3,5 5,5 9,1 T
50A - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4,5 7,2 T
63A - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 7,2 T
6A - - - 0,11 0,13 0,16 0,26 0,35 0,5 0,8 1,2 1,8 2,9 5,2 T T T T
10A - - - - - 0,14 0,22 0,31 0,43 0,68 1 1,5 2,4 4,1 T T T T
13A - - - - - - 0,19 0,27 0,37 0,57 0,85 1,2 2 3,4 5,7 T T T
16A - - - - - - - 0,26 0,36 0,57 0,85 1,2 2 3,4 5,7 T T T
B curve

20A - - - - - - - - 0,31 0,46 0,7 1,05 1,7 2,8 4,7 T T T

25A - - - - - - - - - 0,46 0,7 1,05 1,7 2,8 4,7 T T T
Downstream: MCB 1 module / pole, GDE range

32A - - - - - - - - - - 0,61 0,97 1,5 2,6 4,3 T T T

40A - - - - - - - - - - - 0,97 1,5 2,6 4,3 T T T
50A - - - - - - - - - - - - 1,4 2,4 3,9 T T T
63A - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2,4 3,9 T T T
0,5A 0,07 0,11 0,15 0,19 0,23 0,28 0,44 0,63 0,96 1,5 2,7 5 T T T T T T
1A 0,055 0,09 0,12 0,16 0,19 0,23 0,35 0,48 0,73 1,1 1,8 3,2 5,9 T T T T T
2A - 0,08 0,12 0,15 0,19 0,23 0,35 0,48 0,73 1,1 1,8 3,2 5,9 T T T T T
3A - - 0,11 0,13 0,16 0,19 0,29 0,4 0,59 0,94 1,4 2,3 4 T T T T T
4A - - - 0,12 0,15 0,19 0,29 0,4 0,59 0,94 1,4 2,3 4 T T T T T
6A - - - - - 0,16 0,25 0,35 0,5 0,8 1,2 1,8 2,9 5,2 T T T T
10A - - - - - - 0,22 0,3 0,43 0,68 1 1,5 2,4 4,1 T T T T
C curve

13A - - - - - - - 0,26 0,37 0,57 0,85 1,2 2 3,4 5,7 T T T

16A - - - - - - - - 0,36 0,57 0,85 1,2 2 3,4 5,7 T T T
20A - - - - - - - - - 0,46 0,7 1,05 1,7 2,8 4,7 T T T
25A - - - - - - - - - - 0,7 1,05 1,7 2,8 4,7 T T T
32A - - - - - - - - - - - 0,97 1,5 2,6 4,3 T T T
40A - - - - - - - - - - - - 1,5 2,6 4,3 T T T
50A - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2,4 3,9 T T T
63A - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3,9 T T T

T = total discrimination
Each underlined value must be read as T when it is over the breaking capacity range of MCBs.

4.56
Discrimination Chart Fuses /MCBs

Discrimination chart 240/415V AC according to IEC 60 947-2

Limits (kA) Upstream: fuses category Gg (SOCOMEC)

In 2A 4A 6A 8A 10A 12A 16A 20A 25A 32A 40A 50A 63A 80A 100A 125A 160A 200A 250A
6A - - - 0,14 0,17 0,21 0,31 0,42 0,62 1 1,5 2,3 3,8 7,1 14 T T T T
10A - - - - - 0,19 0,28 0,38 0,55 0,9 1,3 2 3,3 6 11 21 T T T
13A - - - - - - 0,25 0,34 0,47 0,75 1,1 1,7 2,8 5 8,9 16 T T T
16A - - - - - - - 0,34 0,47 0,75 1,1 1,7 2,8 5 8,9 16 T T T
B curve

20A - - - - - - - - 0,41 0,65 0,97 1,3 2,3 4 6,8 12 21 T T

25A - - - - - - - - - 0,65 0,97 1,3 2,3 4 6,8 12 21 T T
32A - - - - - - - - - - 0,84 1,2 1,9 3,1 5,4 9 15 T T
40A - - - - - - - - - - - 1,2 1,9 3,1 5,4 9 15 T T
50A - - - - - - - - - - - - 1,8 2,8 4,5 6,8 10 T T
63A - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2,8 4,5 6,8 10 T T
0,5A 0,07 0,12 0,16 0,22 0,24 0,34 0,61 1 1,6 3,2 6,3 13 T T T T T T T
1A 0,055 0,09 0,12 0,15 0,19 0,23 0,38 0,57 0,9 1,5 2,7 4,8 9,3 21 T T T T T
2A - 0,09 0,12 0,15 0,19 0,23 0,38 0,57 0,9 1,5 2,7 4,8 9,3 21 T T T T T
Downstream: MCB 1 module / pole, GTE range

3A - - 0,105 0,13 0,16 0,2 0,32 0,46 0,7 1,1 1,9 3,2 5,9 12 T T T T T
4A - - - 0,13 0,16 0,2 0,32 0,46 0,7 1,1 1,9 3,2 5,9 12 T T T T T
6A - - - - - 0,18 0,29 0,42 0,62 1 1,5 2,3 3,8 7,1 14 T T T T
10A - - - - - - 0,26 0,37 0,55 0,9 1,3 2 3,3 6 11 21 T T T
C curve

13A - - - - - - - 0,33 0,46 0,75 1,1 1,7 2,8 5 8,9 16 T T T

16A - - - - - - - - 0,46 0,75 1,1 1,7 2,8 5 8,9 16 T T T
20A - - - - - - - - - 0,65 0,97 1,3 2,3 4 6,8 12 21 T T
25A - - - - - - - - - - 0,97 1,3 2,3 4 6,8 12 21 T T
32A - - - - - - - - - - - 1,2 1,9 3,1 5,4 9 15 T T
40A - - - - - - - - - - - - 1,9 3,1 5,4 9 15 T T

Protection Devices
50A - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2,8 4,5 6,8 10 T T
63A - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4,5 6,8 10 T T
0,5A 0,07 0,12 0,16 0,22 0,24 0,34 0,61 1 1,6 3,2 5,7 11 24 T T T T T T
1A - 0,09 0,12 0,15 0,19 0,23 0,38 0,54 0,85 1,4 2,3 4 6,9 13 T T T T T
2A - - - 0,15 0,19 0,23 0,38 0,54 0,85 1,4 2,3 4 6,9 13 T T T T T
3A - - - - 0,16 0,2 0,31 0,44 0,67 1,1 1,6 2,8 5 9,2 19 T T T T
4A - - - - - 0,2 0,31 0,44 0,67 1,1 1,6 2,8 5 9,2 19 T T T T
6A - - - - - - - 0,37 0,54 0,87 1,3 2,1 3,6 6,4 11 23 T T T
10A - - - - - - - - 0,46 0,74 1,1 1,6 2,8 5 8,6 15 T T T
D curve

13A - - - - - - - - - 0,65 0,99 1,5 2,4 4 6,8 11 24 T T

16A - - - - - - - - - - 0,99 1,5 2,4 4 6,8 11 24 T T
20A - - - - - - - - - - - 1,1 1,7 2,8 4,7 7,4 14 T T
25A - - - - - - - - - - - - 1,7 2,8 4,7 7,4 14 T T
32A - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2,2 3,5 5,5 9,1 T T
40A - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3,5 5,5 9,1 T T
50A - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4,5 7,2 13 T
63A - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 7,2 13 T
0,63A - - 0,105 0,14 0,17 0,21 0,33 0,46 0,66 1,02 1,5 2,3 3,8 7 14 T T T T
1,25A - - - - 0,17 0,21 0,33 0,46 0,66 1,02 1,5 2,3 3,8 7 14 T T T T
Downstream: MMNxxx range

1,6A - - - - - 0,17 0,27 0,38 0,54 0,84 1,2 1,9 3 5,4 10 18 T T T

2,5A - - - - - - - 0,38 0,54 0,84 1,2 1,9 3 5,4 10 18 T T T
4A - - - - - - - - 0,43 0,67 1 1,4 2,2 3,5 5,8 9 15 T T
6,3A - - - - - - - - - - 1 1,4 2,2 3,5 5,8 9 15 T T
10A - - - - - - - - - - - - 1,7 2,8 4,6 7,2 11 T T
12,5A - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2,8 4,6 7,2 11 T T
16A - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3,6 5,6 9,2 T T
20A - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 5,6 9,2 T T
25A - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 9,2 T T

Limits (kA) Upstream: fuses category Gg (SOCOMEC)

In 80A 100A 125A 160A 200A 250A 315A 400A 500A 630A 800A
80A - 2,2 3,9 6,2 8,8 13 T T T T T
B curve C curve D curve
MCB 1,5 module / pole,

100A - - 3,9 6,2 8,8 13 T T T T T

125A - - - 6,2 8,8 13 T T T T T
DEFI125 range

Downstream:

80A - - 2,8 5,3 7,8 13 T T T T T

100A - - - 5,3 7,8 13 T T T T T
125A - - - - 7,8 13 T T T T T
80A - - - - 6,6 15 T T T T T
100A - - - - - 12 T T T T T
125A - - - - - - T T T T T

T = total discrimination
Each underlined value must be read as T when it is over the breaking capacity range of MCBs.

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