Sentron 3WL

SENTRON Switching and Protection
Devices
3WL Air Circuit Breakers
Reference Manual April 2009
Low-Voltage Controls and Distribution
SENTRON Switching and

Protection Devices
Air Circuit Breakers
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Introduction
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3WL Air Circuit Breakers/

Non-Automatic Air Circuit Breakers
up to 6300 A (AC)
General data
- Design
- Function
- Configuration
- Technical specifications
Project planning aids
- Characteristic curves
- Dimensional drawings
- Schematics
- More information
3WL Non-Automatic Air
Circuit Breakers up to 4000 A (DC)
General data
- Technical specifications
- Characteristic curves
- Dimensional drawings
- Schematics
- More information
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SENTRON Switching and Protection Devices Air Circuit Breakers

Introduction
Overview
Size II
Size I
Size III
Air circuit breakers

3WL air circuit breakers/non-automatic air circuit breakers
up to 6300 A (AC)
3WL non-automatic air circuit breakers

up to 4000 A (DC)
Size
I, II, III
II
630, 800, 1000, 1250,

1600, 2000, 2500, 3200, 4000,
5000, 6300
1000, 2000, 4000
3-pole, 4-pole
3-pole, 4-pole
Rated operational
voltage Ue
V AC
V DC
Up to 690/1000/1150
--
-Up to 1000
Rated ultimate
short-circuit breaking
capacity at 500 V AC
kA
Rated current In
Number of poles
Endurance
Size I
Size II
Size III
55/66
66/80/100
100/150 (3-pole),
130 (4-pole)
30/25/20
(at 300/600/1000 V DC)
15000
10000
15000
Opera20000
ting cycles
3 0
Mounting position
3 0
3 0
3 0
N S E 0 _ 0 0 0 6 2 a
N S E 0 _ 0 0 0 6 1 a
Degree of protection
With cover
Without cover
(with door sealing frame)
3 0
3 0
3 0
N S E 0 _ 0 0 0 6 2 a
N S E 0 _ 0 0 0 6 1 a
IP55
IP41
3 0
IP55
IP41
320/410
460/590
704/914
460/590
H mm
434
434
434
434
D mm
291
291
291
291
H mm
465.5
465.5
465.5
465.5
D mm
471
471
471
471
NSE0_01106a
ETU15B1)
Type
ETU25B
NSE0_01109a
Withdrawable
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W mm
NSE0_01108a
Fixed
mounting
NSE0_01107a
ETU27B
ETU45B
Rating Plug
NSE0_01111a
Dimensions 3-/4-pole
ETU76B
Solid-state releases for SENTRON 3WL circuit breakers

Overload protection
Short-time delayed
short-circuit protection
--
Instantaneous
Neutral conductor protection
--
--
Ground-fault protection
--
--
Zone Selective Interlocking
--
--
--
LCD, 4-line
--
--
--
--
LCD, graphic
--
--
--
--
Communication through
PROFIBUS DP/MODBUS
--
--
--
Measurement function Plus
--
--
--
Selectable parameter sets
--
--
--
--
Parameters freely programmable
--
--
--
--
CubicleBUS
--
--
--
Standard
-- Not available
Optional
1)
ETU15B cannot be used with 3WL circuit breakers, size III.
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3WL air circuit breakers/non-automatic air circuit breakers

according to UL 489 up to 5000 A, see Catalog LV 16.

Introduction
Switching capacity
Size
II
Type
3WL11
3WL12
Switching capacity class
III
3WL13
C
3-pole
C
4-pole
Short-circuit breaking capacity

Rated operational voltage Ue
up to 415 V AC
Icu
kA
55
66
66
80
100
100
150
130
Ics
kA
55
66
66
80
100
100
150
130
Icm
kA
121
145
145
176
220
220
330
286

up to 500 V AC
Icu
kA
55
66
66
80
100
100
150
130
Ics
kA
55
66
66
80
100
100
150
130
Icm
kA
121
145
145
176
220
220
330
286

up to 690 V AC
Icu
kA
42
50
50
75
85
85
150
130
Ics
kA
42
50
50
75
85
85
150
130
Icm
kA
88
105
105
165
187
187
330
286
--
--
--
45
50
704)
4)
704)

up to 1000 V/1150 V AC
kA
Icu
--
704)
Ics
kA
--
--
--
--
45
50
70
Icm
kA
--
--
--
--
95
105
1544)
1544)
Rated short-time withstand current Icw

of the circuit breakers3)
0.5 s
kA
50
66
66
80
100
100
100
100
1s
kA
42
50
55
66
80
100
100
100
2s
kA
29.5
35
39
46
651)/702)
80
80
80
3s
kA
24
29
32
37
501)/652)
65
65
65
Short-circuit breaking capacity Icc

of the non-automatic air circuit breakers
Up to
500 V AC
kA
50
66
66
80
100
100
100
100
Up to
690 V AC
kA
42
50
50
75
85
85
100
100
Circuit breakers with ECO switching capacity N

(Icu = Ics up to 55 kA size I/up to 66 kA size II at 500 V)
Circuit breakers with standard switching capacity S

Circuit breakers with high switching capacity H

(Icu = Ics up to 100 kA at 500 V)
DC
1)
2)
Size II with In max 2500 A.

Size II with In max = 3200 A and In max = 4000 A.
3)
At a rated voltage of 690 V the Icw value of the circuit breaker cannot be
greater than the Icu or Ics value at 690 V.
4)
Rated operational voltage Ue = 1150 V.
Circuit breakers with very high switching capacity C

(Icu = Ics up to 150 kA (3-pole)/130 kA (4-pole)
at 500 V)
Circuit breakers with DC switching capacity
These circuit breakers are indicated in the Technical
specifications by orange backgrounds.
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Introduction
SENTRON 3WL:
Superior individual products integrated into uniform power
distribution systems up to and including industry-specific
industrial and infrastructure solutions
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15
$ Guide frame
% Main circuit connection, front, flange, horizontal, vertical
& Position indicator switch
( Grounding contact, leading
) Shutter
* COM15 PROFIBUS module or COM16 MODBUS module
+ External CubicleBUS modules
, Closing solenoid, auxiliary release
- Auxiliary conductor plug-in system
. Auxiliary switch block
/ Door sealing frame
0 Interlocking set for base plate
1 Transparent panel, function insert
2 EMERGENCY-STOP pushbutton, key operated
3 Motorized operating mechanism
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4 Operating cycles counter

5 Breaker Status Sensor (BSS)
6 Protective devices with device holder, solid-state releases (ETU)
7 Remote reset solenoid
8 Breaker Data Adapter (BDA)
9 Four-line display
: Ground-fault protection module
; Rated current module
< Measuring function module
= Circuit breaker
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Introduction
Communication-capable circuit breakers (with ETU45B or ETU76B solid-state release)
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Ethernet
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20
PROFIBUS
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22
15
16
11
12
13
18
CubicleBUS
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SENTRON 3VL
12 Electronic ETU release
Electronic LCD ETU release
13 Measurement function Plus
Electronic ETU release
14 ZSI module
COM10 PROFIBUS module complete with ZSI
15 Digital output module with relay contacts
COM20 PROFIBUS module2) complete with ZSI
16 Digital output module with relay contacts, configurable
Breaker Data Adapter (BDA)
17 Analog output module
BDA Plus with Ethernet interface
18 Digital input module
Browser-capable input and output device (e.g. notebook)
19 Switch ES Power on PC
SENTRON 3WL
20 PLC e.g. SIMATIC S7
10 COM15 PROFIBUS module1)
21 SIMATIC powercontrol
11 Breaker Status Sensor (BSS)
22 PAC
1) For a MODBUS connection the COM16 module is required.

2) For a MODBUS connection the COM21 module is required.
Features
Coordinated communication concept using the PROFIBUS DP
or MODBUS, ranging from 16 A to 6300 A with SENTRON 3VL
and SENTRON 3WL
The high level of modularity of circuit breakers and accessories
allows easy retrofitting of all communication components
Significant additional benefits for the switchboard due to the
possibility of linking up external input and output modules to
the circuit breaker-internal CubicleBUS of the SENTRON 3WL
Innovative software products for parameterization, operation,
monitoring, and diagnostics of SENTRON circuit breakers,
both locally or via PROFIBUS DP, MODBUS or Ethernet/
Intranet/Internet
Complete integration of the SENTRON circuit breakers into the
Totally Integrated Power and Totally Integrated Automation
solutions
Communication:
For air circuit breakers with optional communication function
(ETU45B or ETU76B solid-state release)
see Catalog LV 1.
For accessories see Catalog LV 1.
For more information see also the Chapter "Power
Management System" and "Software for Power Distribution".
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3WL Air Circuit Breakers/Non-Automatic Air Circuit Breakers up to 6300 A (AC)

General data
Design
Circuit breaker
rated current n max (A)
Breaking capacity
cu at 500 V AC (kA) or
cc at 300 V DC (kA)
Size III
6300
5000
H
100
4000
C
150 (3p)
130 (4p)
Dimensions
Fixed-mounted,
3- /4-pole
Withdrawable
3- /4-pole
704 / 914
704 / 914
Width
434 / 434
460 / 460
Height
291 / 291
385 / 385
Depth
460 / 590
460 / 590
Width
434 / 434
460 / 460
Height
291 / 291
385 / 385
Depth
320 / 410
320 / 410
Width
434 / 434
460 / 460
Height
291 / 291
385 / 385
Depth
4000
3200
Size II
2500
2000
1600
1250
DC
30
66
80
100
1000
800
1600
Size I
1250
1000
800
55
66
630
The dimension for the depth of the circuit breaker is from the circuit breaker rear to the inner surface of the closed switchgear door.
Overview of SENTRON 3WL circuit breakers/

non-automatic air circuit breakers
Versions
Rated currents: 630 A to 6300 A
3 sizes for different rated current ranges (see illustration
"Overview of SENTRON 3WL Circuit Breakers/Non-Automatic
Circuit Breakers")
3- and 4-pole versions
Rated operational voltage up to 690 V AC and 1000 V DC.
Special versions up to 1000 V AC and 1150 V AC available
4 different switching capacity classes in the range from 55 kA
to 150 kA for AC applications and one switching capacity
class for DC applications.
The SENTRON 3WL circuit breakers are supplied complete with
operating mechanism (manual operating mechanism with mechanical closing), solid-state release and auxiliary switches
(2 NO contacts + 2 NC contacts in the standard version), and
can be equipped with auxiliary releases.
Installation types
Fixed-mounted or withdrawable version
Ambient temperatures
The SENTRON 3WL circuit breakers are climate-proof according
to IEC 60068-2-30. They are intended for use in enclosed areas
where no severe operating conditions (e. g. dust, corrosive vapors, damaging gases) are present.
When installed in dusty and damp areas, suitable enclosures
must be provided.
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Coordinated dimensions
The dimensions of SENTRON 3WL circuit breakers only differ in
terms of the width of the device which depends on the number
of poles and the size.
Due to the nature of the design, the dimensions of devices with
a withdrawable version are determined by the dimensions of the
guide frames, which are slightly larger.
Non-automatic air circuit breakers
A special version of circuit breaker is utilized as a non-automatic
air circuit breaker. The non-automatic air circuit breakers are designed without an solid-state release system and do not perform
any protection duties for the system.
One potential application is the use as a bus coupler in systems
with parallel feed-ins.
The versions and features can be selected according to those of
the circuit breakers.
Operating mechanisms
The circuit breakers are available with various optional operating
mechanisms:
Manual operating mechanism with mechanical closing (standard design)
Manual operating mechanism with mechanical and electrical
closing
Motorized operating mechanism with mechanical and electrical closing
The operating mechanisms with electrical closing can be used
for synchronization tasks.

General data
Safety and reliability
Fixed-mounted circuit breakers
Horizontal
connection
Front connection with single

hole or double hole
N S E 0 _ 0 0 9 7 9 a
N S E 0 _ 0 0 9 6 9 b
N S E 0 _ 0 0 9 6 7 b
N S E 0 _ 0 0 9 6 8 b
To protect the circuit breakers and plant against unauthorized

switching as well as the maintenance and operator personnel, the
system contains many locking devices. Others can be retrofitted.
Vertical
connection
Horizontal
connection
Front connection with single

hole or double hole
Vertical
connection
N S E 0 _ 0 0 9 7 3 b
N S E 0 _ 0 0 9 7 2 b
N S E 0 _ 0 0 9 7 1 b
N S E 0 _ 0 0 9 6 7 b
N S E 0 _ 0 0 9 7 0 b
Withdrawable circuit breakers and guide frames
Flange
connection
Main circuit connections connection types
Main circuit connections

All circuit breakers are equipped with horizontal main circuit
connections on the rear for up to 5000 A as standard (horizontal
connection to busbars). Exception: Circuit breakers of size II
with max. rated current 4000 A.
Circuit breakers with a max. rated current of 6300 A and circuit
breakers size II with a max. rated current of 4000 A are equipped
with vertical main connections (for upright busbars).
Connection using
screw terminals
system (SIGUT)
(standard)
N S E 0 _ 0 0 9 7 6 b
N S E 0 _ 0 0 9 7 5 b
The following options are available, with all combinations of top

and bottom connections possible:
Accessible from the front, single hole (for vertically installed
busbars)
Accessible from the front, double hole (holes according to
DIN 43673) (for vertically installed busbars)
At the rear, vertical (for vertically installed busbars)
Connecting flange (for direct connection to guide frame up to
4000 A).
Screwless
connection method
(tension springs)
(optional)
Connection options for auxiliary circuit connections
Auxiliary circuit connections

The type of connection for the auxiliary switches depends on the
type of installation:
Withdrawable version: The internal auxiliary switches are connected to the male connector on the switch side. When fully inserted, the connector makes a connection with the sliding
contact module (see "Design", graphic "Guide Frame") in the
guide frame. Various adapters can then be used to complete
the wiring (see the graphic "Connection Options for Auxiliary
Circuit Connections").
Fixed mounting: In this case the auxiliary supply connectors
are engaged directly onto the circuit breaker. The connectors
are equipped with coding pins that prevent them being mistakenly interchanged.
Operator panel
The operator panel is designed to protrude from a cut-out in the
door providing access to all control elements and displays with
the control cabinet door closed.
The operator panels for all circuit breakers (fixed-mounted/withdrawable versions, 3-/4-pole) are identical. The operator panel
ensures degree of protection IP41.
Other safety features include:

Infeed from above or below, as required
Locking of the guide frame with the circuit breaker removed,
as standard
Locking of the withdrawable circuit breaker against movement, as standard
High degree of protection with cover IP55
Mechanical reclosing lockout after overload or short-circuit
release as standard
The circuit breaker is always equipped with the required number of auxiliary supply connectors
Standard version
SENTRON 3WL circuit breakers are equipped with the following
features as standard:
Mechanical ON and OFF pushbutton
Manual operating mechanism with mechanical closing
Switch position indicator
Ready-to-close indicator
Memory status indicator
Auxiliary switch 2 NO + 2 NC
Rear horizontal main circuit connections for fixed-mounted and
withdrawable versions up to 5000 A, and rear vertical main circuit connections for 6300 A applications and size II with 4000 A
For 4-pole circuit breakers, the fourth pole (N) is installed on
the left and is 100 % loadable with the rated current
Contact erosion indicator for the main contacts
Auxiliary circuit plug-in system with SIGUT screw terminals
Delivery inclusive of all auxiliary circuit connectors to internal
features including coding device for the prevention of incorrect installation of auxiliary supply connectors for fixed-mounted circuit breakers
Mechanical "tripped" indicator for solid-state release system
Mechanical reclosing lockout after tripping operation
Operator panel cannot be taken off with the circuit breaker in
the ON position
Additional features of the withdrawable version:
Main contacts:
Laminated receptacles in the guide frame, penetration blades
on the withdrawable circuit breaker
Position indicator in the operator panel of the withdrawable
circuit breaker
Captive manual crank handle for moving the withdrawable
circuit breaker
Guide frame with guide rails for easy moving of the withdrawable circuit breaker
The withdrawable circuit breaker can be locked to prevent it
being pushed out of position
The withdrawable circuit breaker cannot be moved when it is
in the ON position
Coding of the rated current between the guide frame and the
withdrawable circuit breaker
Standards
SENTRON 3WL circuit breakers comply with:
IEC 60947-1, IEC 60947-2
EN 60947-1, EN 60947-2
Climate-proof according to IEC 60068-2-30
Versions according to UL 489 also available, see Catalog LV 16.
For further specifications, see Appendix.
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General data
Withdrawable short-circuit, grounding, and bridging
units
Portable positively-driven grounding and short-circuit devices
are used for the disconnected system sections to verify isolation
from the supply at the workplace.
An energy storage device for shunt releases allows the circuit

breaker to be opened even if the control voltage is no longer
available.
Undervoltage releases
Withdrawable grounding units allow simple and comfortable

grounding. They are simply inserted into the guide frames in
place of the corresponding withdrawable circuit breakers. This
ensures that these devices are always first connected with the
grounding electrode and then with the components to be grounded.
The undervoltage release causes the circuit breaker to be

opened if the operational voltage falls below a certain value or is
not applied. The circuit breaker cannot be closed manually or by
means of an electrical ON command if the undervoltage release
is not connected to the operational voltage. The undervoltage release has no delay as standard. A delay can be set by the customer in the range between td < 80 ms and td < 200 ms.
The grounding terminals are fitted to the side of the switch enclosure and establish the connection when inserted into the guide
frame.
In addition, an undervoltage release with a delay in the range

from 0.2 to 3.2 s is available.
Short-time current of the

grounding terminal
kA 15 (500 ms)
Rated operational voltage
1000 (690 for size I)

EN 61230
Standards
All withdrawable terminals are short-circuited and grounded on

delivery.
Qualified electricians can easily convert it to a withdrawable
bridging unit by following the enclosed instructions.
In addition, the withdrawable unit can be adapted to various rated currents of a size.
Withdrawable short-circuit and grounding unit
The withdrawable short-circuit and grounding unit consists of a
breaker enclosure with penetration blades which are connected
with the short-circuiting link.
Depending on the version, the short-circuiting links are arranged
at the top or bottom. The grounding and short-circuit connections are established when the device is inserted.
It must be ensured that the side to be short-circuited and grounded is not live. For this reason it is recommended that the withdrawable unit is only wound in when the door is closed.
Withdrawable bridging unit
The withdrawable bridging unit consists of a breaker enclosure
in which all disconnection components and the operating mechanism have been replaced with simple connections between
the upper and lower contacts.
Auxiliary releases
Up to two auxiliary releases can be installed at the same time.
The following are available:
1 shunt release
or 1 undervoltage release
or 2 shunt releases
or 1 shunt release
+ 1 undervoltage release
Signal switch for auxiliary releases
One signaling contact is used for each auxiliary release to determine the positions of the auxiliary releases.
Shunt releases
When the operational voltage is connected to the shunt release,
the circuit breaker is opened immediately. The shunt release is
available in the versions 5 % ON period for overexcitation and
100 % ON period for permanent excitation. This means that it is
also possible to block the circuit breaker against being jogged
into closing.
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Closing solenoid
The closing solenoid is used to close the circuit breaker electrically by means of a local electrical ON command or by a remote
unit.
Motorized operating mechanisms
The operating mechanism is used to load the storage spring automatically.
The operating mechanism is activated if the storage spring has
been unloaded and the control voltage is available.
It is switched off automatically after loading. This does not affect
manual operation of the storage spring.
Indicators, signals, and control elements
Motor shutdown switch
Control switch for switching off the motorized operating mechanism (automatic loading).
Operating cycles counter
The motorized operating mechanism can be supplied with a 5digit operating cycles counter. The display is incremented by "1"
as soon as the storage spring is fully loaded.
Resetting the manual tripped signal
When the circuit breaker has tripped, this is indicated by the
protruding red mechanical tripped indicator on the ETU. When
the mechanical tripped indicator is activated, the tripping solenoid and tripped signal are reset. If this display is to be reset remotely, the reset button can be equipped with a reset solenoid.
This option allows the circuit breaker to be reset both manually
and electrically.
Automatic resetting of reclosing lockout
When the ETU is activated, reclosing of the circuit breaker is prevented until the release is either electrically or manually reset. If
the "Automatic resetting of reclosing lockout" option is used, the
pre-tensioned circuit breaker is ready to close immediately after
tripping. Resetting the manual tripped indicator is not included
in this option.
Tripped signal switch
If the circuit breaker has tripped due to an overload, short-circuit, ground fault or extended protection function, the tripped signal switch can indicate this. This signal switch is available as
an option. If the circuit breaker is used for communication, this
option is supplied as standard.
Ready-to-close indicator switch
The SENTRON 3WL circuit breakers are equipped with an optical ready-to-close indicator as standard. In addition, the readyto-close status can be transmitted by means of a signal switch
as an option. If the switch is used for communication, the signal
switch is supplied as standard.

General data
Circuit breakers
(1 )
(2 8 )
(2 )
(2 7 )
(3 )
(2 6 )
(4 )
(2 5 )
(5 )
(2 4 )
(6 )
(2 3 )
(1)
Arc chute
(2)
Carrying handle
(3)
Labeling plate
(4)
Motor shutdown switch (option) or

"Electrical ON" (option)
(5)
Name plate for circuit breaker
(6)
Memory status indicator
(7)
"Mechanical ON" button
(8)
Rated current indication
(9)
Positioning pictogram
(10) Operating cycles counter (option)

(11) Hand-operated lever
(12) Crank handle
(7 )
(2 2 )
(13) Withdrawable unit drive shaft

(14) Equipment plate
(2 1 )
(15) Ground terminal
(8 )
(2 0 )
(9 )
(1 9 )
(1 0 )
(1 1 )
(1 8 )
(16) Position indicator

(17) Table for ground-fault protection
(18) Safety lock for crank handle (option)
(19) Mechanical unlocking of crank handle
(option)
(20) Solid-state release
(21) Rated current module
(1 7 )
(1 2 )
(1 3 )
(1 6 )
(1 4 )
(1 5 )
N S E 0 _ 0 0 9 6 5 b
(22) "Mechanical OFF" button or

"EMERGENCY-STOP" mushroom
pushbutton (option)
(23) Ready-to-close indicator
(24) Switch position indicator
(25) "Tripped" indicator (reset button)
(26) "Secure OFF" locking device (option)
(27) Operator panel
(28) Male connector for auxiliary circuit
connections
Guide frames
(1 )
(2 )
(3 )
(1 8 )
(4 )
(1 7 )
(5 )
(1 6 )
(1 5 )
(1)
Arc chute cover

(option)
(2)
Blow-out openings
(3)
Opening for crane hook
(4)
Shutter (option)
(5)
Locking device (shutter) (option)
(6)
Type plate for guide frame
(7)
Isolating contacts
(8)
Ground terminal 14 mm
(9)
Locking device for racking rail
(10) Locking device against movement when

control cabinet door is open (option)
(11) Door interlocking for guide frame (option)
(12) Racking rail
(6 )
(13) Factory-set rated current coding
(7 )
(15) Equipment-dependent coding (option)
(14) Sliding contact for breaker grounding

(option)
(16) Shutter actuator (optional)
(17) Position indicator switch (optional)
(1 4 )
(8 )
(1 3 )
(18) Sliding contact module for auxiliary

conductors (number depends on
equipment)
(1 2 )
(9 )
(1 1 )
(1 0 )
N S E 0 _ 0 0 9 6 6 b
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General data
Locking devices
Sealing devices
Locking device in OFF position
Sealing cap for "Electrical ON" button
This function prevents closing of the circuit breaker and complies to the specifications for main switches to EN 60204
(VDE 0113) - disconnector unit. This lockout only affects this circuit breaker.
The "Electrical ON button" is equipped with a sealing cap as

standard.
If the circuit breaker is replaced, closing is no longer prevented

unless the new circuit breaker is also protected against unauthorized closing.
The locking set contains covering caps which can be sealed.
To activate the locking device, the circuit breaker must be

opened. The locking device is disabled when the circuit breaker
is closed. The lock is only activated when the key is removed.
The safety key can be removed only in the "OFF" position.
Sealing cap for "Mechanical ON" and "OFF" button

Sealing device for solid-state releases
The transparent cover can be sealed. The parameter setting
sections are covered to prevent unauthorized access. Openings
allow access to the query and test button.
Locking mechanisms
Locking device for "Electrical ON"

(see graphic "Circuit breakers")
Locking mechanism against movement for withdrawable circuit

breakers when the control cabinet door is open
This prevents unauthorized electrical closing from the operator

panel. Mechanical closing and remote closing remain possible.
The lock is only activated when the key is removed.
The crank handle is blocked when the control cabinet door is

open and cannot be removed. The withdrawable circuit breaker
cannot be moved. The lock only affects the inserted crank
handle.
Locking device for "Mechanical ON"

(see graphic "Circuit breakers")
This prevents unauthorized mechanical closing. The mechanical
ON button can only be activated if the key is inserted (key operation). Closing with the "Electrical ON" button and remote closing remain possible. The lock is only activated when the key is
removed.
"Secure OFF" circuit breaker-independent locking device
against unauthorized closing
This special switch-independent function for withdrawable circuit breakers prevents closing and fulfills the specifications for
main switches to EN 60204 (VDE 0113) disconnector unit. Unauthorized closing remains impossible even after the circuit
breaker has been exchanged.
To activate the lock, the circuit breaker must be opened. The locking device is disabled when the circuit breaker is closed. The
lock is only activated when the key is removed. The safety key
can be removed only in the "OFF" position.
Locking device for crank handle
Prevents removal of the crank. The circuit breaker is protected
against movement. The lock is only activated when the key is
removed.
Locking device for "Mechanical OFF"
Prevents unauthorized mechanical opening from the operator
panel. The "Mechanical OFF pushbutton" can only be activated
if the key is inserted (key operation). Remote opening remains
possible. The lock is only activated when the key is removed.
Locking device for hand-operated lever
The hand-operated lever can be locked with a padlock. The storage spring cannot be loaded manually.
Locking device against resetting the "tripped" indicator
A lockable cover prevents manual resetting of the "tripped" indicator after overcurrent tripping. This locking device is supplied
together with the transparent cover for solid-state releases.
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Locking of the control cabinet door

The control cabinet door cannot be opened if
The fixed-mounted circuit breaker is closed (the blocking
signal is transmitted via the Bowden wire) or
The withdrawable circuit breaker is in the connected position.
Blocking mechanism using "Mechanical ON" and "OFF" buttons
The "Mechanical ON" and "OFF" buttons are covered with a cap
which only allows actuation with a tool. These covering caps are
part of the locking set.
Optional equipment for guide frames
Shutters
The sealing strips of the shutter seal the laminated contacts of
the guide frame when the withdrawable circuit breaker is removed and therefore implement touch protection.
The sealing strips can be manually opened using the strip
levers.
The position of the sealing strips can be locked in various positions using padlocks for securing against tampering.

General data
Rated current coding unit between circuit breaker and guide
frame
Withdrawable circuit breakers and guide frames are equipped
with a rated current coding unit as standard.
This ensures that only circuit breakers whose penetration blades
are suited to the laminated contacts of the guide frame can be
inserted into a guide frame (see diagram below).
Equipment-dependent coding
Withdrawable circuit breakers and guide frames can be retrofitted with an equipment-dependent coding unit.
This allows different designs of circuit breakers and guide frames to be uniquely assigned. If the circuit breaker and guide
frame have been assigned different codes, the circuit breaker
cannot be inserted.
36 different coding options can be selected.
The guide frame can be equipped with position indicator switches. These can be used to determine the position of the circuit
breaker in the guide frame.
N S E 0 _ 0 1 0 3 2 a
N S E 0 _ 0 1 0 3 1 a
Position indicator switch for guide frames
(1 )
Two versions are available:

Option 1
Connected position
1 CO contact,
test position
1 CO contact,
disconnected position 1 CO contact.
Option 2
Connected position
3 CO contacts,
test position
2 CO contacts,
disconnected position 1 CO contact.
(4 )
(2 )
(5 )
(3 )
(1) Guide frame, interior of l/h side; interior of r/h side similar
(2) Coding pin on racking rail in guide frame
(3) Racking rail
(4) Withdrawable circuit breaker, r/h side; l/h side similar
(5) Coding pin on guide frame
Rated current coding unit between circuit breaker and guide frame
Positions of the withdrawable circuit breaker in the guide frame

Display
Position indicator
Maintenance position
(2 )
(1 )
CONNECT
Main circuit
Auxiliary circuit
Control cabinet
door
Shutters
Disconnected
Disconnected
Open
Closed
Disconnected
Disconnected
Closed
Closed
Disconnected
Connected
Closed
Closed
Connected
Connected
Closed
Open
TEST
(4 )
N S E 0 _ 0 1 0 3 3 a
DISCON
NSE01037
Disconnected position
CONNECT
(3 )
TEST
N S E 0 _ 0 1 0 3 4 a
Test position
DISCON
NSE01038
CONNECT
TEST
DISCON
N S E 0 _ 0 1 0 3 5 a
Connected position
NSE01039
CONNECT
TEST
DISCON
N S E 0
(1) Auxiliary circuit
(2) Main circuit
0 1 0 3 6 a
NSE01040
(3) Control cabinet door
(4) Shutter
Phase barriers
Door sealing frame and cover
The plant engineering company can manufacture phase barriers

made of insulating material for the arcing fault barriers. The rear
panel of the fixed-mounted circuit breakers or guide frames are
equipped with guide grooves.
SENTRON 3WL circuit breakers have degree of protection IP20

as standard. However, if the switchgear is to be equipped with a
higher degree of protection, a door sealing frame with IP41 and
a cover with IP55 are available.
Arc chute cover

The arc chute cover is available as optional equipment for the
guide frame. It protects switchgear components which are located directly above the circuit breaker.
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NSE0_00880b
NSE0_00881b
NSE0_00882b
Function
R
R
s d
s d
J
i
s d
N S E 0 _ 0 0 9 5 2 b
N S E 0 _ 0 0 9 5 1 b
N S E 0 _ 0 0 9 5 0 c
ETU15B
ETU25B
ETU27B
Functions of the solid-state releases

Basic protection functions
Overload protection
Short-time delayed short-circuit protection
--
Instantaneous short-circuit protection
--
--
--
--
N-conductor protection can be switched on/off
--
--
N-conductor protection adjustable
--
--
--
Instantaneous short-circuit protection can be switched on/off
--
--
--
Additional functions
Non-delayed short-circuit protection can be switched on/off
--
--
--
Thermal image can be switched on/off
--
--
--
Load monitoring
--
--
--
Short-time delayed short-circuit protection switchable to I2t
--
--
--
Instantaneous short-circuit protection adjustable
--
--
Overload protection switchable to I4t
--
--
--
Overload protection can be switched on/off
--
--
--
Selectable parameter sets
--
--
--
Parameterization through rotary coding switches (10 steps)
Parameterization through communication (absolute values)
--
--
--
Parameterization through user interface of ETU (absolute values)
--
--
--
Parameterization and display
Parameterization of the extended protection functions
--
--
--
LCD alphanumerical
--
--
--
Graphic LCD
--
--
--
--
--
--
Measurement function
Communication
CubicleBUS
--
--
--
Communication through PROFIBUS DP
--
--
--
Communication through MODBUS
--
--
--
Communication through Ethernet
--
--
--
Standard
-- Not available
Optional
Detailed information about the functions of the solid-state releases is given in the following.
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General data
ETU76B
Rating Plug
NSE0_00883b
NSE0_00886c
12
IR
IR
tR
tR
Ig
tg
Isd
t sd
Ii
NSE0 00953a
Ig
tg
Isd
t sd
Ii
NSE0 00953a
ETU45B
ETU76B
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
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General data
Solid-state releases (ETU)
The solid-state release is controlled by a microprocessor and
operates independently of an auxiliary voltage. It enables systems to be adapted to the different protection requirements of
distribution systems, motors, transformers and generators.
Tripped indicator/
Reset button
Communication capabilities
LCD alphanumeric
with 15
inclination
and rotatable
through 180
The international standard PROFIBUS DP or MODBUS can be

used to transmit data such as current values, switching states,
reasons for tripping etc. to central computers.
Data acquisition and energy management are possible in conjunction with the Plus measurement function.
A new internal circuit breaker data bus allows switchboard panel
communication between the circuit breaker and secondary devices in the circuit breaker section:
Actuation of analog displays
Facility to test the communication build-up with circuit
breakers
Display of tripping state and tripping reasons
Input module for reading in further switchgear panel signals
and for transmission of these signals to the PROFIBUS DP or
MODBUS
Various output modules for displaying measured values
Rated current
module/
rating plug
Slide switch
for switchable
overload
characteristic
curve
Ground-fault
protection module (retrofittable)
This means that it is not only possible to monitor the device remotely, but also to transmit current values from the entire system
and perform switching operations remotely.
I2t and I4t characteristic curve for overload protection
The best protection for the whole switchgear is achieved by setting the tripping characteristic curve to an optimum value. In order to achieve optimal discrimination for upstream fuses or medium voltage protection systems, the inclination of the
characteristic curve can be selected for the overload range.
Example of configuration for ETU45B
The overload protection L (long time protection) for the solidstate releases ETU45B and ETU76B allows the characteristic
curve to be switched between I2t and I4t.
The I4t characteristic improves discrimination for downstream
circuit breakers and fuses.
Solid-state releases ETU
Modularity has also been strictly emphasized during the development of the solid-state releases. These are some of the
modules which can be easily retrofitted at any time:
Ground-fault protection module
Communication
Display
Rated current module (Rating Plug)
This allows quick adaptation to new local mains specifications.
In addition, innovative functions have been included in the ETUs.
Rated current module/Rating Plug
The rated current module is an exchangeable module which allows the user to reduce the rated device current so as to adapt
it optimally to the plant; e. g. if a new plant section is taken into
operation. The rated current module must be selected to fit the
rated current of the plant.
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Selectable parameters
In the case of quick changes of power supply conditions,
e. g. for switchovers from transformer to generator operation or
if a section of the supply is disconnected when the shift
changes, SENTRON 3WL allows the relevant protection parameters to be quickly adapted to the new conditions.
The ETUs contain two independent tripping characteristic curves (parameter sets). The switchover is completed within
200 ms and is performed with the help of an external signal.

General data
ETU15B solid-state release
Application:
Option: safety lock
prevents pressing of
reset button after
overcurrent release
Mechanical RESET
for reclosing lockout
and mechanical
tripped indicator
Indicator: overcurrent
release activated
Indicator: fault in
overcurrent release
Indicator: overload alarm

Rotary switch for setting
value, overload release

value, instantaneous
short-circuit release
Sealing ring
Simple building and

system protection without time-selective coordination up to 4000 A.
Not to be used for size III.
Features:
Adjustable overload protection
with I2t characteristic curve
with preset delay time
tR = 10 seconds at 6 IR
Instantaneous short-circuit protection adjustable in the range
2 ... 8 In
Overload display
Protection function is set by
means of the rotary coding
switch
NSE0_00954b
For technical details see the table

"Functional overview of the
solid-state release system"
under "Technical specifications".
Test socket

Application:
Option: safety lock
reset button after
overcurrent release
Mechanical RESET
and mechanical
tripped indicator
release activated
ETU25B
Indicator: fault in
overcurrent release
Rating Plug
Rated current module

Indicator: cause of release

Short-circuit protection
fixed setting
Rotary switch for delay,

NSE0_00955b
Query pushbutton
Test pushbutton
Sealing ring
Clear pushbutton
Test socket
Classical building, motor and system protection with time-selective

coordination for up to 6300 A
Features:
Adjustable overload protection
with I2t characteristic curve
Delay time tR =
10 seconds at 6 IR
Short-time delayed short-circuit
protection adjustable in the
range 1.25 ... 12 In and
Instantaneous short-circuit
protection preset
to 20 In, max. 50 kA
Can be adapted at any time to
the required plant currents
through retrofittable rated current module, thus ensuring overload protection in the range from
100 A to 6300 A
Overload display
Indicates the reason for tripping
by means of an LED
Test facility for the release
Protection functions are
set by means of the
rotary coding switch
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General data
Application:
Option: safety lock
reset button after
overcurrent release
Classical building, motor and system protection with time-selective

coordination for up to 6300 A
Features:
NSE0_00956c
Mechanical RESET
and mechanical
tripped indicator
release activated
ETU27B
OFF ON
The same as ETU25B but also

Reversible neutral conductor
protection
Permanently integrated groundfault protection. Calculation of
the ground-fault current through
vectorial summation current
formation
N-conductor protection
on/off
Indicator: fault in
overcurrent release
Rating Plug



fixed setting
value, earth-fault protection

Sealing ring
OFF

earth-fault protection
Query pushbutton
Test pushbutton
Clear pushbutton
Test socket

Mechanical RESET
and mechanical
tripped indicator
Scroll up
Option: alphanumeric display
Indicators:
Overcurrent release
activated
Overload alarm
Scroll down
Indicator: fault in
overcurrent release
COMMUNICATION
EXPANDED
ETU45B
OFF ON
Rating Plug

Test pushbutton
Query pushbutton
Thermal memory on/off

N-conductor protection on/off
Setting value
N-conductor overload
Transfer of overload
characteristic 2 t / 4t

Sealing ring
Option: earth-fault module
SI
g
Indicator: earth-fault alarm

Indicator: earth-fault tripped
earth-fault protection t g /
Clear pushbutton
Test socket
NSE0_00957b
Low-cost all-round system for intelligent buildings and all types of industrial applications
"CubicleBUS integrated"
Features:

overload release
12

value, short-circuit
protection

value, earth-fault
protection
value, earth-fault alarm
1
1
1
1
1

Selector for
earth-fault protection
Application:
Option: safety lock

reset button after
overcurrent release
tg

Adjustable time-lag class
for overload protection
Selectable characteristic for overload and
short-delayed short-circuit range (current
discrimination) for more accurate discrimination adaptation to upstream fuses and
protective devices
Thermal image as restart protection for tripped motor outgoing feeders
Reversible and adjustable neutral conductor protection
Modular ground-fault protection module
with alarm and tripping functions which can
be adjusted separately
Communication interface,
measurement function Plus, optional connection of external modules or for
retrofitting
Storage of events and causes for tripping
for detailed fault analysis
Extended protection function possible with
measurement function
Optional high-contrast display with viewing
angle adjustment option
The protection functions can be set by
means of a rotary coding switch or slide
switch
"Technical specifications".
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General data
Application:
Mechanical RESET
and mechanical
tripped indicator
Option: safety lock

reset button after
overcurrent release
ETU76B
The multi-talent with graphical

display for system analysis
"CubicleBUS integrated"
Features:
Indicators:
Overcurrent release
activated
Overload alarm
COMMUNICATION
EXPANDED
Graphical display
Indicator: fault in
overcurrent release
Rating Plug
Control keys for setting

he release parameters
Indicators:
Ground-fault alarm
Ground-fault tripped
Option: earth-fault module

Fields for noting
setting values
Fields for noting

setting values
Test pushbutton
Clear pushbutton
Query pushbutton
Test socket
NSE0_00960b

including
Two protection parameter sets
which can be stored separately
in the release (switchover is performed by means of external signal)
With overload protection which
can be deactivated for operation
in modern drive technology
Adjustable delay of
delayed short-circuit protection
up to 4000 ms
Neutral conductor protection adjustable up to IN = 200 % In
Setting of protection functions by
means of Breaker Data Adapter
(BDA) or via communications interface
Graphical display of all
parameters and events/
curve trends
Graphics display with high contrast, backlit display, and sleep
mode
Ground-fault releases "G" sense fault currents that flow to ground

and that can cause fire in the plant. Multiple circuit breakers connected in series can have their delay times adjusted so as to provide graduated discrimination.
Selector for
ground-fault
detection
1
Rotary switch
for setting
value,
ground-fault
protection
g TRIP
ALARM
A
B
C
D
E
OFF
ALARM
TRIP
Indicators:
Ground-fault
alarm
GFM AT 45B
Ground-fault
tripped
1 2J g
(s)
.5
.4
.3
.2
.1
Rotary switch
for setting
value, groundfault protection delay
NSE0_00962a
Rotary switch
for setting value
ground-fault alarm
When setting the parameters for the solid-state release it is possible to choose between "alarm" and "trip" in the event that the
set current value is exceeded. The reason for tripping is indicated by means of an LED when the query button is activated.
.1
.2
.3
.4
.5
J g/1
The ETU45B and ETU76B solid-state release versions can be retrofitted with a ground-fault protection module. This ground fault
protection function is integrated in ETU27B solid-state releases.
GFM AT 45B ground-fault module

Field for
noting
transfer
ground-fault
detection
ALARM
1 g=
Fields for
noting setting
values
Ground-fault
alarm
GFM AT 55B-76B
Ground-fault
tripped
ALARM
A
1 2J
TRIP
TRIP
1 g=
Indicators:
J g=
NSE0_00964a
ms
Fields for
noting setting
values
GFM AT 55B-76B ground-fault module
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General data
Measurement method
Setting
Vectorial summation current formation (measurement method 1)
How the module is set depends on the measurement method

used (see above):
The three phase currents and the N conductor current are

measured directly.
Measurement method 1: in position
The solid-state release determines the ground-fault current by

means of vectorial summation current formation for the three
phase currents and the N conductor current.
Measurement method 2: in position
Direct measurement of the ground-fault current

(measurement method 2)
Ground-fault protection with I2t characteristic curve
A standard current transformer with the following data is used for

measurement of the ground-fault current: 1200 A/1 A, Class 1
(the internal load of SENTRON 3WL is 0.11 ). The current transformer can be installed directly in the grounded neutral point of
a transformer.
With the exception of the ETU27B solid-state release, all

versions of the ground-fault modules are supplied with an I2t
characteristic curve which can be activated.
SENTRON WL
T5
L1
L2
L3
N
PE
NSE 00946
3-pole circuit breakers, current transformers in the N conductor
SENTRON WL
L1
L2
L3
N
T6
PE
T6: 1200 A/1 A
NSE 00947
3-pole circuit breakers, current transformers in the grounded neutral

point of the transformer
SENTRON WL
L1
L2
L3
N
T6
T6: 1200 A/1 A
PE
NSE 00948
4-pole circuit breakers, current transformers in the grounded neutral

point of the transformer
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This setting can be implemented for the solid-state release version ETU76B with Menu/Comm.
Selection criteria for SENTRON 3WL circuit breakers

Basic criteria for selecting circuit breakers are:
Max. short-circuit current at place of installation of circuit breaker I k max.
This value determines the short-circuit breaking capacity
or short-circuit current carrying capacity of the circuit breaker.
It is compared with the value Icu, Ics, Icw of the circuit breaker
and essentially determines the size of the circuit breaker.
See illustration "Overview of SENTRON 3WL Circuit
Breakers/Non-Automatic Air Circuit Breakers".
Rated current In which is to flow through the branch circuit.
This value must not be larger than the maximum rated current
for the circuit breaker.
The rated current for the SENTRON 3WL is set with the rated
current module. See "Design", illustration "Overview of
SENTRON 3WL Circuit Breakers/Non-Automatic Air Circuit
Breakers".
Ambient temperature
for the circuit breaker.
This is usually the control cabinet internal temperature.
Design of the circuit breaker
Minimum short-circuit current
which flows through the switching device. The release must
still detect this value as a short-circuit and must respond by
tripping.
Protection functions of the circuit breaker.
These are determined by the selection of the
corresponding solid-state release, see the table
"Functions of the solid-state releases" under "Functions".

General data
SENTRON 3WL for DC applications
This version of the 3WL non-automatic air circuit breaker is suitable for direct current applications. The external protective device DIGmat S100 provides adjustable overload and shortcircuit protection for the SENTRON 3WL non-automatic air circuit
breaker.
This is based on the measuring chain of a shunt resistor and the
DIGmat S100 tripping unit. Shunt resistors are available for
1000 A, 2000 A and 4000 A (special ranges on request). They
are in accordance with DIN 43703 and have a class accuracy
of 0.5.
A measuring-circuit voltage of 60 mV DC is picked off for rated
current In.
The measuring-circuit voltage is a linear image of the primary
current.
DIGmat S100
The DIGmat S100 tripping unit monitors the image of the primary
current thus supplied and compares it with the tripping characteristic curve set on the device. The parameter settings on
the DIGmat S100 apply also for DC feedbacks.
Reversing duty is possible therefore.
Short-circuit protection:
Setting range Ii = 1.25 IR up to max. 4 In
If the set value is exceeded, tripping occurs in less than
50 ms.
In
IR
tR
Ii
The tripping characteristic curve is determined and described

by the following variables:
Overload protection:
Setting range IR = 0.4 ... 1.0 In
The curve has a I2t characteristic.
The tripping time tR is selectable between 2 and 10 s, with tR
defined for 6 IR.
=
=
=
=
Rated current of the circuit breaker

Set current value of the adjustable overload release
Assigned tripping time of the overload trip
Instantaneous tripping current of the adjustable shortcircuit releases
The components are available only from the company

mat Maschinen- und Anlagentechnik
(for address see "Appendix" => "External Partners").
Configuration
Mutual mechanical circuit breaker interlocking
The bending radii of the Bowden wire must be greater than

500 mm.
The sum of all bending angles along the Bowden wire must not
exceed 640.
In a vertical arrangement of circuit breakers to be interlocked,
the interlocking mechanisms must be in line.
Circuit breakers to be interlocked must be arranged so that
Bowden cables can be optimally installed in compliance with
the conditions mentioned in the above points.
The installed Bowden wire must be fixed (with cable ties or the
like) before the interlock is adjusted.
Select the width of switchgear cubicle to allow enough freedom of movement for adjusting the interlock!
Openings and cut-outs in system elements must be designed
so that Bowden wires are not changed in direction or obstructed when they are passed through.
The module for mutual mechanical interlocking can be used for

one or two SENTRON 3WL circuit breakers and can be adapted
easily to the corresponding versions. The fixed-mounted and
withdrawable circuit breaker versions are fully compatible and
can therefore be used in a mixed configuration in an installation.
This also applies to 3WN6 circuit breakers.
The circuit breakers can be mounted alongside each other or
one above the other, whereby the distance of the circuit breakers
is determined solely by the length of the Bowden wire (lengths:
2 m/3 m/4.5 m). Interlock signals are looped through using the
Bowden wires. Interlocking is only effective in the connected position in the case of withdrawable circuit breakers. The mechanical endurance of the Bowden cables is 10 000 operating cycles.
Minimum requirements must be fulfilled in the switchgear for the
interlocking to function:
Bowden wires must be installed as far as possible in a straight
line with minimum bending.
Mutual mechanical interlocking of circuit breakers examples
Mutual interlocking of two
circuit breakers
Interlocking between three

circuit breakers
Mutual interlocking of three

circuit breakers
S1
S2
S1
S2
NSE01041
NSE01042
S3
S1
S1
NSE01043
S2
S2
Interlocking of three circuit

breakers, two of them mutual
S3
S1
S3
S2
S3
NSE01044
NSE01045
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General data
Communication-capable circuit breakers
PLC e.g. SIMATIC S7

data acquisition and
processing
PC with Switch ES Power

SENTRON 3WL/3VL parameterization
and visualization tool through
PROFIBUS DP
Analog output module
Digital input module
NSE0_01820a
BDA
BDA Plus
ETU
Measurementfunction Plus
Digital output module

Relay, configurable
BSS

Relay
COM15
Zone Selective
Interlocking module
Output device
e.g. notebook
with browser
Ethernet/
Intranet/
Internet
Communication with PROFIBUS DP
Configuration and
display software
MODBUS Master
PLC or monitoring software
MODBUS
BDA
BDAPlus
ETU
Measurement
function Plus
NSE0_01894
BSS

Relay, configurable
COM16

Relay
Output device
e.g. notebook
with browser
Zone Selective
Interlocking module
Ethernet/
Intranet/
Internet
Communication with MODBUS
The requirements for power distribution in terms of communication capability, data transparency, flexibility and integration are
constantly increasing. An integrated and modular communication architecture was designed for the SENTRON 3WL to ensure
that it can satisfy these requirements.
The core component of this architecture is the CubicleBUS,
which links together all of the intelligent components within the
SENTRON 3WL and enables the easy and safe connection of
other additional external components to the circuit breaker. The
CubicleBUS is already incorporated and pre-connected in all
complete circuit breakers with ETU45B and ETU76B releases.
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The high level of modularity of the system allows communication

functions to be retrofitted at any time (e. g. the measurement
function). Similarly, the upgrade of a non-communication-capable SENTRON 3WL (e .g. changeover from ETU25B to
ETU45B with CubicleBUS) can be carried out easily on site in
the plant. All modules connected to the CubicleBUS can directly
access the existing source data of the circuit breaker, which guarantees the quickest possible access to information and response to events.
Furthermore, additional external modules (including digital inputs/outputs, analog outputs) can be connected to the
CubicleBUS to provide cost-effective solutions for the automation of further devices in the switchgear.

General data
SENTRON 3WL communication-capable circuit breakers
Function
Solid-state
release version
ETU45B ETU76B
Breaker Status
Sensor
PROFIBUS
communication
port
Measu
rement
function
Plus
Analog
output
module
s
Digital
output
module
s
Digital ZSI
input
modul
module es
s
Breaker
Data
Adapter
Breaker
Data
Adapter Plus
Functions of the communication-capable SENTRON 3WL circuit breakers

Indication of measured values in release (current
only)
Indication of measured values in release

(U, I, P, S, Q, p.f., etc.)
Indication of measured values (current only),

parameter, diagnostic values etc. on display
--
Indication of measured values (U, I, P, S, Q, p.f., etc.),

parameters, diagnostic values etc. in release
--
Output of measured values (current only)

to rotary coil instruments in control cabinet door
Output of measured values (U, I, P, S, Q, p.f., etc.) to

rotary coil instruments in control cabinet door
Output of digital signals

(e. g. reason for tripping, alarm signals, status)
through contacts
Automatic changeover between

parameter sets A and B
--
Read in digital signals and forward to

PROFIBUS/MODBUS
Transmission of switch information

on HTML basis locally to a PC
Transmission of switch information

on HTML basis through Ethernet
Short-time grading control for

S tripping and G protection
Local display of harmonic analysis and waveform

memory
--
Local storage of harmonic analysis and waveform

memory and transmission through PROFIBUS
Read out protection parameters through PROFIBUS
Read out and adjust protection parameters through

PROFIBUS
--
Required
Function can optionally be taken over by more than one release.
Not necessary for this function, optionally combinable

--
Function not available
Function can optionally be taken over by one of these modules.
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General data
Data that can be transmitted over the PROFIBUS DP/MODBUS or the Breaker Data Adapter
All SENTRON 3WLs with ETU45B, ETU76B (CubicleBUS integrated)
Transmittable circuit breaker data

BSS
Order code (Order No. of circuit breaker + "Z")
BDA BSS
F01
+"BDA/BDAPLUS"
Order No.
Order No.
COM15/COM16
F02/F12
Potential applications
Transmission of circuit breaker data to PROFIBUS DP or MODBUS and integration into
higher-level visualization systems are possible
e. g. in PCS7, Power Management Systems, WinCC (incl. add-ons like the text message radio server)
--
Transmission of circuit breaker data and software (i. e. HTML pages with data) to a local output
device, or remotely through Ethernet/Intranet/Internet (without the possibility of integration into
higher-level visualization systems)
e. g. for monitoring, diagnostics, maintenance and parameterization of individual circuit breakers
--
Utilization of the functionality of all CubicleBUS modules

e. g. configuration of the configurable digital output module, status check of the digital input modules,
diagnostics
Transmittable circuit breaker data without integrated measurement function

Device identification
Communication address, Order No., circuit breaker in delivery status, circuit breaker parameters
(size, number of poles, rated current module etc.), identification numbers, release type,
Free text for plant code and comments
1)
Operating statuses
On/off status message, storage spring, tripped, readiness
Switching position (connected, test and disconnected position, removed) for withdrawable circuit breakers,
PROFIBUS/MODBUS write protection on/off, free user input
--1)
--1)
Control commands
Switch circuit breaker on/off, switch free user output on/off
Reset tripped signal
Delete event and history memory
Reset the min./max. measured values, reset the maintenance information
--1)
--1)
History
Read out the event protocol, read out the release protocol
--1)
Maintenance information
Number of tripping operations L, S/I and in total, contact wear
Number of operating cycles under load and in total, number of operating hours
--1)
Event signals
Tripped signal with details of the tripping current
Alarm signals (e. g. overload) with incoming/outgoing information
All of the named event signals with time stamp
--1)
--1)
Parameterization of the protection functions

Reading out of the protection function parameters
Settings for the protection function parameters can be changed by means of communication
Parameter set switchover possible (set A to set B and back)
2)
2)
2)
2)
Measured values
Phase currents, each with min./max. value
Temperature in the circuit breaker with min./max. value
Temperature in the control cabinet with min./max. value
All of the named measured values with time stamp
--1)
--1)
--1)
--
Plus
Order code F01+ ... or F02+ ...
F05
Additional transmittable circuit breaker data with integrated measurement function

Additional event signals
Threshold value alarms (e. g. over/underfrequency, over/undervoltage)
Parameterization of the extended protection functions and setpoints (threshold values)

Reading out the parameters of the extended protection functions
Settings for the extended protection function parameters can be changed
Reading out and adjusting threshold values
Additional measured values

Voltages, power, energy, power factor, frequency, each with min./max. value
Harmonic analysis
Recording of currents and voltages for configurable events in the curve form memory
1) Data only available in conjunction with the COM15 module (BUS connection not required).
2) Only possible with ETU76B.
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Available
-- Not available

General data
CubicleBUS modules
Digital output modules with rotary coding switch
6 items of binary information concerning the state of the circuit
breaker (reasons for tripping and warnings) can be output via
this module to external signaling devices (e. g. LED, horn) or be
used for the selective shut-down of other system components
(e. g. frequency converters).
Digital output modules are available in versions with and without
a rotary coding switch. On modules with a rotary coding switch
it is possible to choose between two signaling blocks each with
6 defined assignments and to set an additional response delay.
All the digital output modules are available as a version with relay outputs (CO contacts, up to 12 A). Up to two modules of this
type can be connected to one SENTRON 3WL.
Digital input modules

With the digital input module, up to 6 additional binary signals
(24 V DC) in the circuit breaker environment can be connected
to the system. It is thus possible for example to send messages
concerning the state of a switch disconnector or a control cabinet door to the PROFIBUS DP/MODBUS.
With the digital input module on the CubicleBUS it is also possible for the two different protection parameter sets held in the
ETU76B solid-state releases to be switched over automatically in
a few milliseconds. It is thus possible, for example, to automatically change the parameters of a coupling switch should the
transformer infeed fail.
Digital output module with rotary coding switch
One module each of this type can be used for holding the six
items of digital information and for automatically switching over
the parameters.
Digital output modules, configurable

The configurable output module is available for higher-performance solutions. With this module, random events on the
CubicleBUS can be switched directly to one of six available outputs or three of these outputs can be assigned with up to six
events. In other words, up to six events can be placed on one
physical output with OR operation. Either BDA/BDA Plus or
Switch ES Power is used for configuring.
A relay variant is also available here the same as for the output
modules with rotary coding switch. Only one module of this type
is possible per SENTRON 3WL.
ZSI modules (short-time grading control)

The use of ZSI modules is recommended when Siemens circuit
breakers are arranged in several staggered levels but full grading with the smallest possible delay is to be assured nevertheless.
Digital output module, configurable
The circuit breakers are interconnected by these modules. In

case of a short-circuit, each affected circuit breaker asks the circuit breakers directly downstream whether the short-circuit has
also occurred in the next, lower level. The short-circuit is exactly
localized as the result, and only the next upstream circuit breaker in the energy flow direction is switched off.
Analog output modules

The analog output module can be used to output the following
measured values to analog indicators in the control cabinet
door:
IL1, IL2, IL3, IN or
UL12, UL23, UL31, UL1N or
PL1, PL2, PL3, Stot or
p.f.1 , p.f.2 , p.f.3, I % or
favg, ULLavg, Ptot, p.f.avg
Four 4-20-mA/0-10-V interfaces are available for this. The
measured values to be output are selected with a rotary coding
switch. By using the analog output module it is possible to do
without additional converters and their conventional installation/wiring in the main current path. Up to two modules of this
type can be connected to one SENTRON 3WL.
ZSI module (short-time grading control)
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General data
Technical specifications
Size
II
Type
3WL11
3WL12
III
3WL13
C
3-pole
C
4-pole

up to 415 V AC
Icu
kA
55
66
66
80
100
100
150
130
Ics
kA
55
66
66
80
100
100
150
130
Icm
kA
121
145
145
176
220
220
330
286

up to 500 V AC
Icu
kA
55
66
66
80
100
100
150
130
Ics
kA
55
66
66
80
100
100
150
130
Icm
kA
121
145
145
176
220
220
330
286

up to 690 V AC
Icu
kA
42
50
50
75
85
85
150
130
Ics
kA
42
50
50
75
85
85
150
130
Icm
kA
88
105
105
165
187
187
330
286

up to 1000 V/1150 V AC
Icu
kA
--
--
--
--
45
50
704)
704)
Ics
kA
--
--
--
--
45
50
704)
704)
4)
1544)
kA
Icm
--
--
--
--
95
105
154

of the circuit breakers3)
0.5 s
kA
50
66
66
80
100
100
100
100
1s
kA
42
50
55
66
80
100
100
100
2s
kA
29.5
35
39
46
651)/702)
80
80
80
3s
kA
24
29
32
37
501)/652)
65
65
65
Short-circuit breaking capacity Icc

of the non-automatic air circuit breakers
Up to 500 V AC
kA
50
66
66
80
100
100
100
100
Up to 690 V AC
kA
42
50
50
75
85
85
100
100
Circuit breakers with ECO switching capacity N

Circuit breakers with standard switching capacity S

Circuit breakers with high switching capacity H

(Icu = Ics up to 100 kA at 500 V)
DC
Circuit breakers with very high switching capacity C

(Icu = Ics up to 150 kA (3-pole)/130 kA (4-pole)
at 500 V)
Circuit breakers with DC switching capacity
These circuit breakers are indicated in the Technical
specifications by orange-colored backgrounds.
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1) Size II with In max 2500 A.

2) Size II with In max = 3200 A and In max = 4000 A.
3) At a rated voltage of 690 V the Icw value of the circuit breaker cannot be
greater than the Icu or Ics value at 690 V.
4) Rated operational voltage Ue = 1150 V.

General data
I
II
... 3WL11 10 3WL11 12 3WL11 16 3WL12 08 3WL12 10 3WL12 12 3WL12 16 3WL12 20
... 1000
... 1000
... 690
1250
1250
... 690
1600
1600
... 690
1000
800
800
...
690/1000
1000
1000
1000
...
690/1000
1000
1250
1250
...
690/1000
1000
1600
1600
...
690/1000
1000
2000
2000
...
690/1000
1000
1000
1000
12
4
2.5
Yes
B
12
4
2.5
Yes
12
4
2.5
Yes
12
4
2.5
Yes
12
4
2.5
Yes
12
4
2.5
Yes
12
4
2.5
Yes
12
4
2.5
Yes
25/+70
40/+70
25/+70
40/+70
25/+70
40/+70
25/+70
40/+70
25/+70
40/+70
25/+70
40/+70
25/+70
40/+70
25/+70
40/+70
1000
1000
1000
1250
1250
1210
1600
1600
1490
800
800
800
1000
1000
1000
1250
1250
1250
1600
1600
1600
2000
2000
2000
2000
2000
2000
2000
2000
2000
2000
2000
100
195
105
205
150
350
40
85
45
95
80
165
85
175
180
320
35
38
80
73
73
501)
35
38
80
73
73
501)
35
38
80
73
73
501)
35
34
100
73
73
501)
35
34
100
73
73
501)
35
34
100
73
73
501)
35
34
100
73
73
501)
35
34
100
73
73
501)
10 000
20 000
10 000
--20 000
10 000
20 000
10 000
--20 000
10 000
20 000
10 000
--20 000
10 000
15 000
7500
1000
500
15 000
10 000
15 000
7500
1000
500
15 000
10 000
15 000
7500
1000
500
15 000
10 000
15 000
7500
1000
500
15 000
10 000
15 000
7500
1000
500
15 000
60
--80
60
--80
60
--80
60
20
20
80
60
20
20
80
60
20
20
80
60
20
20
80
60
20
20
80
3 0
3 0
3 0
3 0
h m a x .
= 1 m m
Size
Type
Rated current In at 40 C, at 50/60 Hz
Main conductor
A
N conductor (only on 4-pole versions)
A
V AC
Rated operational voltage Ue at 50/60 Hz
(for 1000 V version see Catalog LV 1, "Options")
V AC
Rated insulation voltage Ui
Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp
Main current paths
kV
Auxiliary circuits
kV
Control circuits
kV
Isolating function acc. to EN 60947-2
Utilization categories
Permissible ambient temperature
C
During operation (in operation with LCD max. 55 C)4)
During storage (special conditions for LCDs must be
C
observed)
A
Permissible load
Up to 55 C (Cu bare)
A
At rear horizontal main circuit Up to 60 C (Cu bare)5)
A
connections
Up to 70 C (Cu black
5)
painted)
V
Rated rotor operational voltage Uer
Power loss at In
With 3-phase symmetrical load
W
Withdrawable circuit breakers
W
Operating times
ms
Make-time
ms
Opening time
2)
ms
Electrical make-time (through closing solenoid)
Electrical opening time (through shunt release)
ms
ms
Electrical opening time (instant. undervoltage release)
ms
Opening time due to ETU, instant. short-circuit release
Endurance
Mechanical (without maintenance)
Oper. cycles
Mechanical (with maintenance)3)
Oper. cycles
Electrical (without maintenance)
Oper. cycles
1000 V version, electrical (without maintenance) Oper. cycles
1150 V version, electrical (without maintenance) Oper. cycles
Oper. cycles
Electrical (with maintenance)3)
Switching frequency
690 V version
1/h
1000 V version
1/h
1150 V version
1/h
Minimum interval between tripping operation by solid-state
ms
release and next making operation of the circuit breaker (only
with autom. mechanical resetting of the lockout device)
Mounting position
and/
or
N S E 0 _ 0 0 0 6 1 a
Main conductor
minimum
cross-sections
Auxiliary conductors (Cu)
Max. number of
auxiliary conductors
cross-section (solid/stranded)
Position indicator switches

Weights 3-pole
4-pole
Copper bars,
bare
Copper bars,
painted black
Standard connection =
strain-relief clamp
Without end sleeve
With end sleeve acc. to
DIN 46228 Part 2
With twin end sleeve
Optional connection =
tension spring
Without end sleeve
With end sleeve acc. to
DIN 46228 Part 2
Tension spring terminals
Fixed-mounted circuit
breakers
Withdrawable circuit
breakers
Guide frames
Fixed-mounted circuit
breakers
Withdrawable circuit
breakers
Guide frames
N S E 0 _ 0 0 0 6 2 a
N S E 0 _ 0 0 9 2 7 a
IP20 without cabinet door, IP41 with door sealing frame, IP55 with cover
2
2
1
1
2
2
Units 1
2
40 10
50 10
50 10
60 10
40 10
50 10
mm 60 10
Units 1
2
2
1
1
2
2
mm2 60 10
40 10
50 10
50 10
60 10
40 10
50 10
3
50 10
3
50 10
2 0.5 mm2 (AWG 20) ... 2 1.5 mm2 (AWG 16); 1 2.5 mm2 (AWG 14)
1 0.5 mm2 (AWG 20) ... 1 1.5 mm2 (AWG 16)
2 0.5 mm2 (AWG 20) ... 2 1.5 mm2 (AWG 16)
2 0.5 mm2 (AWG 20) ... 2 2.5 mm2 (AWG 14)
2 0.5 mm2 (AWG 20) ... 2 1.5 mm2 (AWG 16)
1 0.5 mm2 (AWG 20) ... 1 2.5 mm2 (AWG 14)
kg 43
43
43
56
56
56
56
56
kg 45
45
45
60
60
60
60
60
kg 25
kg 50
25
50
25
50
31
67
31
67
31
67
31
67
31
67
kg 54
54
54
72
72
72
72
72
kg 30
30
30
37
37
37
37
37
1) Opening time on instantaneous short-circuit release with

ETU15B = 85 ms.
2) Make-time through closing solenoid for synchronization purposes
(short-time excited) 50 ms.
3) Maintenance means: replace main contact elements and arc chutes (see
Operating Manual).
4) Use of releases from 20 C.
5) ETU76B with graphics display can be used up to max. 55 C.
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General data
Size
II
Type
3WL12 25
Rated current In at 40 C, at 50/60 Hz

Main conductor
N conductor (only on 4-pole versions)
III
A 2500
A 2500
3WL12 32
3WL12 40
3WL13 40
3WL13 50
3WL13 63
3200
3200
4000
4000
4000
4000
5000
5000
6300
6300
Rated operational voltage Ue at 50/60 Hz

(for 1000 V version see Catalog LV 1, "Options")
V AC ... 690/1000
... 690/1000
... 690
... 690/1000
... 690/1000
... 690/1000
V AC 1000
1000
1000
1000
1000
1000
kV 12
kV 4
kV 2.5
12
4
2.5
12
4
2.5
12
4
2.5
12
4
2.5
12
4
2.5
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Utilization categories
B (except switching capacity class DC)

During operation (in operation with LCD max. 55 C)4)
During storage (special conditions for LCDs must be observed)
6)
Up to 55 C (Cu bare)
Up to 60 C (Cu bare)5)
Up to 70 C (Cu black painted)5)
Rated rotor operational voltage Uer
Permissible load
Power loss at In
With 3-phase symmetrical load
Operating times
Make-time
Opening time
Electrical make-time (through closing solenoid)2)
Electrical opening time (instantaneous undervoltage release)
Opening time due to ETU, instantaneous short-circuit release
Endurance
1000 V version, electrical (without maintenance)
1150 V version, electrical7) (without maintenance)
C 25/+70
C 40/+70
25/+70
40/+70
25/+70
40/+70
25/+70
40/+70
25/+70
40/+70
25/+70
40/+70
A 2500
A 2500
A 2280
3200
3020
2870
3950
3810
3600
4000
4000
4000
5000
5000
5000
5920
5810
5500
V 2000
2000
2000
2000
2000
2000
W 270
W 520
410
710
750
925
520
810
630
1050
900
1600
35
34
100
73
73
501)
35
34
100
73
73
501)
35
34
100
73
73
50
35
34
100
73
73
50
35
34
100
73
73
50
10000
15000
4000
1000
500
15000
10000
15000
4000
1000
500
15000
5000
10000
2000
1000
1000
10000
5000
10000
2000
1000
1000
10000
5000
10000
2000
1000
1000
10000
1/h 60
1/h 20
1/h 20
60
20
20
60
20
20
60
20
20
60
20
20
60
20
20
ms 80
80
80
80
80
80
ms 35
ms 34
ms 100
ms 73
ms 73
ms 501)
Oper. cycles 10000

Oper. cycles 15000
Oper. cycles 7500
Oper. cycles 1000
Oper. cycles
500
Oper. cycles 15000
Switching frequency
690 V version
1000 V version
1150 V version7)
Minimum interval between tripping operation by solid-state
release and next making operation of the circuit breaker (only
with automatical mechanical resetting of the lockout device)
3 0
Mounting position
3 0
3 0
3 0
and/
or
N S E 0 _ 0 0 0 6 1 a
h m a x .
= 1 m m

Main current paths
Auxiliary circuits
Control circuits
N S E 0 _ 0 0 0 6 2 a
N S E 0 _ 0 0 9 2 7 a
IP20 without cabinet door, IP41 with door sealing frame, IP55 with cover
Units
mm2
Units
mm2
2
100 10
2
100 10
3
100 10
3
100 10
4
120 10
4
100 108)
4x
100 x 10
4
100 10
6x
100 x 10
6
100 10
Main conductor
minimum
cross-sections
Copper bars,
bare
Copper bars,
painted black
Auxiliary conductors
(Cu)
Max. number of
cross-section
(solid/stranded)
Standard connection = strain-relief clamp

Without end sleeve
With end sleeve acc. to DIN 46228 Part 2
1 0.5 mm2 (AWG 20) ... 1 1.5 mm2 (AWG 16)
Optional connection = tension spring

Without end sleeve
With end sleeve acc. to DIN 46228 Part 2
2 0.5 mm2 (AWG 20) ... 2 2.5 mm2 (AWG 14)

2 0.5 mm2 (AWG 20) ... 2 1.5 mm2 (AWG 16)
4-pole

Guide frames
Guide frames
2 0.5 mm2 (AWG 20) ... 2 1.5 mm2 (AWG 16)
1 0.5 mm2 (AWG 20) ... 1 2.5 mm2 (AWG 14)
Position indicator swit- Tension spring terminals

ches
Weights 3-pole
kg
kg
kg
kg
kg
kg
59
63
39
71
76
47
1) Opening time on instantaneous short-circuit release with

ETU15B = 85 ms.
2) Make-time through closing solenoid for synchronization purposes
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6x
120 x 10
6
120 10
64
68
45
77
82
54
4)
5)
6)
7)
8)
85
121
52
103
146
62
82
88
60
99
106
84
82
88
60
99
106
84
90
96
70
108
108
119
Use of releases from 20 C.

ETU76B with graphics display can be used up to max. 55 C.
4000 A, size II in fixed-mounted version, 3-pole.
Size III: data for very high switching capacity.
Minimum main conductor cross-sections for 4-pole withdrawable circuit
breakers: 4 x 120 x 10 mm.

General data
Size
I to III
Type
3WL1
Manual operating mechanism with mechanical closing

Closing/
Charging storedenergy feature
N 230
9
Max. force required to operate the hand lever

Required number of strokes on the hand lever
Manual operating mechanism with mechanical and electrical closing

Charging storedenergy feature
Closing solenoid
(CC)
Operating range
0.85 ... 1.1 Us
Extended operating range for battery operation
At 24 V DC, 48 V DC
60 V DC, 110 V DC
220 V DC
Power consumption
AC/DC
Minimum command duration at Us for the closing solenoid
0.7 ... 1.26 Us
VA/W 15/15
ms 60
1 A TDz (slow)/1 A
Smallest permissible DIAZED fuse (gL operational class)/
miniature circuit breaker with C characteristic
Manual/motorized operating mechanism with mechanical and electrical closing

For data see above.
Manual operating
mechanism
Motor
Operating range
0.85 ... 1.1 Us
At 24 V DC, 48 V DC
60 V DC, 110 V DC
220 V DC
Power consumption of motor
AC/DC
VA/W 135/135
s 10
Time required to charge the stored-energy mechanism at 1 Us
For data see above.
Closing solenoid
For motor and
closing solenoid
0.7 ... 1.26 Us
miniature circuit breaker with C characteristic;
Motor and closing solenoid for the same rated control supply voltages
miniature circuit breaker with C characteristic (for different
rated control supply voltages)
At Us = 24 ... 30 V
At Us = 48 ... 60 V
At Us = 110 ... 125 V DC/
110 ... 127 V AC
At Us = 220 ... 250 V DC/
208 ... 240 V AC
2 A TDz (slow)/1 A
2A
2A
1A
1A
Solid-state release signals

Protection functions according to
EN 60947;
current indication 10 %;
base quantities 1 %;
derived quantities 4 %
Measuring accuracy of the solid-state release
Auxiliary releases
Undervoltage
releases
UVR (F3) and
UVR-td (F4)
Response values
Pickup
Dropout
0.85 Us
(circuit breaker can be closed)
0.35 ... 0.7 Us
(circuit breaker is tripped)
0.85 ... 1.1
Operating range
At 24 V DC, 30 V DC,
48 V DC, 110 V DC,
220 V DC
Rated control supply voltage Us
Instantaneous
AC 50/60 Hz
DC
V 110 ... 127/208 ... 240/380 ... 415

V 24/30/48/60/110/220 ... 2501)
Delayed
AC 50/60 Hz
DC
V 110 ... 127; 208 ... 240; 380 ... 415

V 48; 110 ... 125; 220 ... 250
Power consumption (pickup/uninterrupted duty)

Opening time of circuit breaker at Us = 0
- Version UVR (F3)
Instantaneous
With delay
- Version UVR-td (F8)
With delay, td = 0.2 to 3.2 s
Reset through additional NC contact direct switching off
Miniature circuit breaker with C characteristic
AC
DC
0.85 ... 1.26
VA 20/5
W 20/5
ms 200
ms 80
ms 200
s 0.2 ... 3.2
ms 100
1 A TDz (slow) 1 A
1) 24 V and 30 V only with undervoltage release UVR (F3).
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General data
Size
I to III
Type
3WL1
Auxiliary releases
Shunt release (ST)
(F1, F2)
For continuous command

(100 % ON period), locks
out on momentary-contact commands
- Response value
> 0.7 Us
pickup
0.85 ... 1.1 Us
- Operating range
- Extended operating range
for battery operation
At 24 V DC, 48 V DC
60 V DC, 110 V DC
220 V DC
- Rated control supply voltage Us
AC 50/60 Hz
DC
- Power consumption
AC/DC
V 110; 230
V 24; 30; 48; 60; 110; 220
VA/W 15/15
ms 60
- Minimum command duration at Us

- opening time of circuit breaker at
Us = 100 %
5 % ON period
AC/DC
ms 80
- Short-circuit protection
Smallest permissible DIAZED fuse (gL operational
class)/ miniature circuit breaker with C characteristic
1 A TDz (slow)/1 A
- Response value
> 0.7 Us
Pickup
0.85 ... 1.1 Us
- Operating range
At 24 V DC, 48 V DC
60 V DC, 110 V DC
220 V DC
AC 50/60 Hz
DC
- Power consumption
AC/DC
- Opening time of circuit breaker at

Us = 100 %
VA/W 15/15
ms 25
AC/DC
ms 50
1 A TDz (slow)/1 A
Smallest permissible DIAZED fuse (gL operational
class)/miniature circuit breaker with C characteristic
AC 50/60 Hz
DC
V 110; 230
V 110; 220
0.85 ... 1.1 Us
- Operating range
- Power consumption
0.7 ... 1.26 Us
V 110 ... 127; 208 ... 240

V 24; 48; 110 ... 125; 220 ... 250
- Minimum command duration at Us
With stored energy

feature consisting of
shunt release and capacitor storage device
0.7 ... 1.26 Us
AC/DC
VA/W 1/1
- Storage time at Us/

recharging time at Us
maximum 5 min/minimum 5 s
- Opening time of circuit breaker,

As with "for continuous

command"
Remote reset solenoid for mechanical tripped indicator (F7)

0.85 ... 1.1 Us
- Operating range
Remote reset solenoid for

mechanical tripped indicator (F7)

At 24 V DC, 48 V DC
110 V DC
220 V DC
- Power consumption
AC/DC
0.7 ... 1.26 Us
VA/W 50/50
- Minimum command duration at Us for the remote

reset solenoid
ms 60
miniature circuit breaker with C characteristic
2 A TDz (slow)/1 A at 24 V DC
and 48 V DC,
1 A TDz (slow)/1 A at 110 V and
208 ... 250 V
Contact position-driven auxiliary switches (S1, S2, S3, S4, S7, S8)
V AC/DC 500
V AC/DC 500
kV 4

Switching capacity
Alternating current
50/60 Hz
Direct current
30
- Rated operational voltage Ue

- Rated operational current
Ie /AC-12
Ie/AC-15
- Rated operational current
Ie/DC-12
Ie/DC-13
Largest permissible DIAZED fuse (gL operational class)

Largest permissible miniature circuit breaker with C characteristic
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V 24 ... 230
A 10
A 4
V 24
48
A 10
A 8
8
4
380/400
500
10
3
10
2
110
220
3.5
1.2
10 A TDz, 10 A Dz
10 A
1
0.4

General data
Size
I to III
Type
3WL1
Ready-to-close signaling switch (S20) (acc. to DIN VDE 0630)

Switching capacity
Alternating current

- Rated operational current Ie
V 250
A
8
Direct current

- Rated operational current Ie
V 125
A
0.4
250
0.2
2 A Dz (quick)
Tripped signal switch (S24) and signal switch for auxiliary releases (S22, S23) (acc. to DIN VDE 0630)
Switching capacity
Alternating current

- Rated operational current Ie/AC-12
V 250
A
8
Direct current

- Rated operational current Ie/DC-12
V 24
A 6
125
0.4
6 A Dz (quick)
Signal duration after tripping
Until manual or electrical

remote reset (option)
250
0.2
Position indicator switch on guide frame

Type of contact
Signal:
- "Circuit breaker in connected

position"
- "Circuit breaker in test position"
- "Circuit breaker in disconnected
position"
AC 50/60 Hz
DC
- Ie/AC-12
V 440
V 250
- Ie/DC-13
24 V 10 A, 110/127 V 10 A,
220/240 V 10 A, 320/440 V 10 A
220/240 V 4 A,
320/440 V 3 A,
24 V 10 A, 48 V 2.5 A,
220/240 V 0.2 A,
24 V 3.0 A, 220/240 V 0.1 A
- A 300 (AC)
120 V 6 A, 240 V 3 A
- R 300 (DC)
125 V 0.22 A, 250 V 0.11 A
- Ie/AC-15
- Ie/DC-12
1 CO
1 CO
1 CO
kV 4

Rated operational
current Ie
or
V 250

Switching capacity
3 CO
2 CO
1 CO

Largest permissible miniature circuit breaker with C characteristic
8 A TDz (slow)
8 A TDz (slow)
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General data
Protection functions
Parameterization by
ETU15B
D
ETU25B
D
ETU27B
D&S
-0.5-0.55-0.6-0.65-0.70.75-0.8-0.85-0.9-1
--
-0.4-0.45-0.5-0.55-0.60.65-0.7-0.8-0.9-1
--
-0.4-0.45-0.5-0.55-0.60.65-0.7-0.8-0.9-1
--
10 s fixed
------------
10 s fixed
--at tsd = 20 ms (M)
---
-1.25-1.5-2-2.5-3-4-6-8-10-12
0-M-100-200-300-400 ms
--
10 s fixed
--at tsd = 20 ms (M)
-1.25-1.5-2-2.5-3-4-6-8-10-12
0-M-100-200-300-400 ms
--
--
-2-3-4-5-6-7-8
------
--
-Fixed for Ii 20 In, max. 50
kA
------
--
-Fixed for Ii 20 In, max. 50
kA
Fixed mounted
-
-
--
--
--
-----
-----
A-B-C-D-E
-100-200-300-400-500 ms
--
---
---
---
--
--
--
---
---
---
---
---
---
--
--
--
---------
------
----
--------------
--------------
--------------
Functional overview of the solid-state release system

Overload protection
Function can be switched on/off
Setting range IR = In ...
L
R
N
s d
s d
i
N S E 0 _ 0 0 8 8 8 b
Switchable overload protection

(I2t- or I4t-dependent function)
Setting range for time-lag class tR at I2t
Phase failure sensitivity
N conductor setting range IN = In ...
Setting range Isd = In ...
Setting range for delay time tsd
Switchable short-time delayed short-circuit protection
(I2t-dependent function)
Setting range for delay time tsd at I2t
Zone Selective Interlocking function
Setting range Ii = In ...
Tripping and alarm function
Tripping function can be switched on/off
Alarm function can be switched on/off
Detection of the ground-fault current through summation
current formation with internal or external neutral cong
ductor transformer
Detection of ground-fault current through external
current transformer
g
Setting range of the operating current Ig for release
Setting range of the operating current Ig for alarm
N S E 0 _ 0 0 8 8 9 a
Setting range of the delay time tg
Switchable ground-fault protection characteristic
curve (I2t-dependent function)
Setting range for delay time tg at I2t
Zone Selective Interlocking ground-fault protect. func.
Parameter set switchover
Switchable between parameter set A and B
LCD
Alphanumeric LCD (4-line)
Graphical LCD (24 V, ext. power supply required)
Communication
CubicleBUS integrated
Communication-capable through PROFIBUS DP
Measurement-function capable with measurement
function Plus
LED display
Solid-state release active
Alarm
ETU fault
L-release
S-release
I-release
N-release
NSE00890
G-release
G-alarm
Release through extended protection function
Communication
Signals from signal switches with external CubicleBUS modules (relays)
Overload warning
Load shedding, load receiving
Leading signal overload trip 200 ms
Temperature alarm
Phase unbalance
Instantaneous short-circuit release
Short-time delayed short-circuit release
Overload trip
Neutral conductor release
NSE00891
Ground-fault protection release
Ground-fault alarm
Auxiliary relay
ETU fault
Delay time figures given in ms.

M = Motor protection, corresponds to 20 ms.
D = Rotary coding switch
D & S = Rotary coding and slide switch
K = Communication
M/K = Menu/communication
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Available
-- Not available
Optional
For the setting range of the operating current Ig see page 33.

General data
Protection functions
Parameterization by
ETU45B
D& S
ETU76B
M/K
Functional overview of the solid-state release system
-0.4-0.45-0.5-0.55-0.60.65-0.7-0.8-0.9-1
Overload protection
Setting range IR = In ...
Switchable overload protection

(I2t- or I4t-dependent function)
2-3.5-5.5-8-10-14-17-21-25-30 s
1-2-3-4-5 s
Phase failure sensitivity

At tsd = 20 ms (M)
N conductor setting range IN = In ...

0.5 ... 1
Setting range Isd = In ...

1.25-1.5-2-2.5-3-4-6-8-10-12
Setting range for delay time tsd
M-100-200-300-400 ms
Switchable short-time delayed short-circuit protection
2
(I t-dependent function)
2
Setting range for delay time tsd at I t
100-200-300-400 ms
Zone Selective Interlocking function
By CubicleBUS-Modul
Setting range Ii = In ...

1.5-2.2-3-4-6-8-10-12-0.8 x Ics
Module can be retrofitted
Tripping and alarm function
Tripping function can be switched on/off
Alarm function can be switched on/off

-Detection of the ground-fault current through summation cur-
rent formation with int. or ext. neutral conductor transformer
Detection of ground-fault current through external
current transformer
Setting range of the operating current Ig for release
A-B-C-D-E
Setting range of the operating current Ig for alarm
A-B-C-D-E
Setting range of the delay time tg
100-200-300-400-500 ms
Switchable ground-fault protection characteristic curve
(I2t-dependent function)
2
Setting range for delay time tg at I t
100-200-300-400-500 ms
Zone Selective Interlocking ground-fault protect. function
By CubicleBUS-Modul
Parameter set switchover
Switchable between parameter set A and B
-LCD
Alphanumeric LCD (4-line)
Graphical LCD (24 V, external power supply required)

-Communication
CubicleBUS integrated
Communication-capable through PROFIBUS DP
Measurement-function capable with measurement function
Plus
LED display
Solid-state release active
Alarm
ETU fault
L-release
S-release
I-release
N-release
G-release
(only with ground-fault prot. module)
G-alarm
Release through extended protection functions
Communication
Signals from signal switches with external CubicleBUS modules (relays)

Overload warning
Load shedding, load receiving
Leading signal overload trip 200 ms
Temperature alarm
Phase unbalance
Instantaneous short-circuit release
Short-time delayed short-circuit release
Overload trip
Neutral conductor release
Ground-fault protection release

Ground-fault alarm
Auxiliary relay
ETU fault
Setting range of the operating current Ig

Size I and size II
Size III
A
B
C
D
E
100 A
300 A
600 A
900 A
1200 A
400 A
600 A
800 A
1000 A
1200 A
Increment size for adjustment of M

From ... to
Increment
From ... to
size
0 ... 1
0.1
1000 ... 1600
1 ... 100
1
1600 ... 10000
100 ... 500
5
10000 ... max
500 ... 1000
10
0.4 ... 1
2 ... 30 s
1 ... 5 s
(on/off)
0.2 ... 2
1.25 In ... 0.8 Icw

M-80 ... 4000 ms
100 ... 400 ms

By CubicleBUS-Modul
1.5 In ... 0.8 Ics

Module can be retrofitted
A ... E
A ... E
100 ... 500 ms
100 ... 500 ms

By CubicleBUS-Modul


Increment
size
50
100
1000
For continuation of legend

see page 32.
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Characteristic curves
0,4 ... 1,0 x
1000
100
10
sd min
1,25 ... 12 x
0 ... 0,4 s
100
10000
R min
R max
0,4 ... 1,0 x
1000
n
N
100
10
sd min
sd max
1,25 ... 12 x
sd max
0 ... 0,4 s
sd min
i > 20 x n
max. 50 kA
0,01
100
0,1
10
100
/
SENTRON 3WL circuit breaker with ETU27B solid-state release,

LSIN characteristic curve
10000
Opening time
[s]
NSE0_01521
1000
SENTRON 3WL circuit breaker with ETU15B solid-state release
10000
Opening time [s]
10
/
0,1

LSI characteristic curve
100
g min
0,1
i > 20 x n
max. 50 kA
NSE0_01527
[s]
Opening time
0,01
10
i max
n
0,1
0,01
10
i min
2 ... 8 x
sd min
10
sd max
0,1
0,1
100
sd max
n
R max
0,5 ... 1,0 x n
NSE0_01519
R max
R min
1000
g max
1000
NSE0_01523
Opening time [s]
R min
NSE0_01520
10000
10000
Opening time [s]
Every solid-state release type and every setting has its own characteristic curve. Only a selection is shown in the following. The
characteristic curves each show the largest and smallest setting
range of SENTRON 3WL circuit breakers with 1000 A rated current at 500 V rated voltage with various releases. In order to obtain a complete tripping characteristic, the relevant parts of the
characteristics have to be combined.
The characteristic curves show the behavior of the solid-state release when it is activated by a current that is already flowing before the tripping operation. If the overcurrent tripping occurs immediately after switch on and the solid-state release is therefore
not yet enabled, the opening time is extended, depending on the
level of the overcurrent by up to 15 ms. In order to determine the
break-times of the circuit breakers, approximately 15 ms must
be added to the opening times shown for the arcing time.2)
Refer to the following legend for tolerances.
The characteristic curves shown apply to ambient temperatures
at the circuit breaker between 5 and +55 C. The release can
be operated at ambient temperatures of 20 to +70 C. An extended tolerance band can apply at these temperatures.
sd
1,25 ... 12 x
100
2
sd =
const
10
100 ... 1200 A1)

1
g max
0,1 ... 0,5 s
sd =
0,1
g min
const
sd =
const
0,1 ... 0,4 s
0,1
0,02 ... 0,4 s
0,01
100
1000
10000
100000
A
0,01
0,1
10
100
/

G characteristic curve

S characteristic curve
Tolerances for the set currents

L: tripping operations between 1.05 and 1.2 x IR
S: 0 %, +20 %
I: 0 %, +20 %
G: 0 %, +20 %
1) Sizes I and II: 100 ... 1200 A

Size III: 400 ... 1200 A.
Tolerances for the tripping times

L: 20 %, +0 % for I2t characteristic curve
S: 0 %, +60 ms or -0 %, 10 % for tripping times greater than 600 ms
I: < 50 ms
G: 0 %, +60 ms or -0 %, 10 % for tripping times greater than 600 ms
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2) With single-pole loading in the lowest rated current range, the response
times of the short-circuit release can be extended by approx. 10 % and
the tripping times by approx. 15 % compared to the characteristic curve.

Opening time [s]
0,4 ... 1,0 x
1000
= const
n
2
= const
100
R
2 ... 30s for 2
1 ... 5s for 4
10
NSE0_01525a
Opening time [s]
1000
100
g
10
= const
100 ... 1200 A1)
1
g
0,1 ... 0,5 s
0,1
0,01
100
1000
10000
100000
A
SENTRON 3WL circuit breaker with ETU45B and ETU76B solid-state

release, G characteristic curve
10000
1000
NSE0_01526a
10000
Opening time [s]
10000
NSE0_01522a
Every solid-state release type and every setting has its own characteristic curve. Only a selection is shown in the following. The
characteristic curves each show the largest and smallest setting
range of SENTRON 3WL circuit breakers with 1000 A rated current at 500 V rated voltage with various releases. In order to obtain a complete tripping characteristic, the relevant parts of the
characteristics have to be combined.
The characteristic curves show the behavior of the solid-state release when it is activated by a current that is already flowing before the tripping operation. If the overcurrent tripping occurs immediately after switch on and the solid-state release is therefore
not yet enabled, the opening ime is extended, depending on the
level of the overcurrent by up to 15 ms. In order to determine the
break-times of the circuit breakers, approximately 15 ms must
be added to the opening times shown for the arcing time.2)
Refer to the following table for tolerances.
The characteristic curves shown apply to ambient temperatures
at the circuit breaker between -5 and +55 C. The release can be
operated at ambient temperatures of -20 to +70 C (ETU76B
with graphics display up to +55 C). An extended tolerance
band can apply at these temperatures.
sd
1,25 x
100
n ... 0,8
cw
10
2
1
sd =
1
0,1
sd =
const
const
0,1 ... 0,4 s
0,02 ... 4 s
0,1
0,01
0,1
0,01
0,1
10
n

release, L characteristic curve
NSE0_01524a
Opening time [s]
10000
1000
100
10
i
n ... 0,8
cw

S characteristic curve
Further characteristic curves are shown in the manual and the

planning and configuring tool SIMARIS deSign, or ask your
Siemens contact person.
Tolerances for the set currents
L: tripping operations between 1.05 and 1.2 IR
S: 0 %, +20 %
I: 0 %, +20 %
G: 0 %, +20 %
cs
0,01
0,1
1
/
Tolerances for the tripping times

L: 20 %, +0 % for I2t characteristic curve
S: 0 %, +60 ms or -0 %, 10 % for tripping times greater than 600 ms
I: < 50 ms
G: 0 %, +60 ms or -0 %, 10 % for tripping times greater than 600 ms
1
1,5 x
10
/ n
100
/
0,1
10
/ n
1
/
cs

release, I characteristic curve
1) Sizes I and II: 100 ... 1200 A

Size III: 400 ... 1200 A.
2) With single-pole loading in the lowest rated current range, the response
times of the short-circuit release can be extended by approx. 10 % and
the tripping times by approx. 15 % compared to the characteristic curve.
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Dimensional drawings
External current transformers for N conductor without copper
connection pieces
Voltage transformer for SENTRON 3WL

277
Size I, 3WL9 111-0AA21-0AA0

125
6 0
8
8 ,9
2 2
4 0
For mounting on
35 mm standard
mounting rail
1 3 ,1
N S E 0 _ 0 1 3 7 5
99
2 2
8 1
9 6 ,8
R
NSE0_01103a
1 6
External current transformers for N conductor with copper

connection pieces
1 8
3 6
Current transformers for overload protection in the

N conductor
5 1
7 0
8 3
Size II, 3WL9 111-0AA22-0AA0
Size I, 3WL9 111-0AA31-0AA0

2 7
6 5 ,5
N S E 0 _ 0 1 3 7 6
4 1
5 4
1 1 5
1 3 1
1 5
1 3 ,5
1 7 0
9 7
1 6 1
R 1 5
3 1 0
3 1
5 0 ,5
3 0
N S E 0 _ 0 1 3 7 7
4 5
Size II, 3WL9 111-0AA32-0AA0

3 0
Size III, 3WL9 111-0AA23-0AA0
1 0 7
1 2 3
5 5
8 3
5 1
8 8
9 5
1 1 3
N S E 0 _ 0 0 6 0 6 b
9 1
1 3 0
6 8
5 1
2 4
4 4
1 3 ,5
5 1
9 1
Door cut-out for operator panel
1 7 0
1 3 0
6 8
5 1
2 4
4 4
1 6 0
1 8 4
Door cut-out with edge protector

N S E 0 _ 0 0 6 0 7 b
2 9 5
9 0
1 1 3
Inner dimensions with mounted

edge protector
1 3 1
3 0
3 0
3 1 0
3 0
5 2
2 4 0
1 3 ,5
9 1
N S E 0 _ 0 0 1 6 4 c
1 7 0
1 3 0
6 8
5 1
2 4
4 4
3 4 0
Size III, 3WL9 111-0AA33-0AA0
Option with/without door interlocking

3 1 4
1 2 3
1 2 0
5 ,5
4 0
3 )
R 5
R 5
2 )
5 ,5
Dimensions for option with door interlocking
1 8 0
1 4 0
4 0
6 5
1 7 5
3 5 0
1 8 5
N S E 0 _ 0 0 6 1 0 c
3 0 0
1 4 0
1 6 0
1 8 4
N S E 0 _ 0 0 6 0 8 b
Door cut-out for operator panel using the door sealing frame
1 2 0
5 ,5
2) Center SENTRON 3WL operator panel

3) 8 mounting holes for door sealing frame
4) 3 mounting holes for door interlocking
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1 1 ,5
1) Mounting surface
1 )
1 2
2 1
4 )
4 0

CubicleBUS module
Breaker Data Adapter (BDA)
3WL9 111-0AT2.-0AA0
3WL9 111-0AT28-0AA0
70
3WL9 111-0AT33-0AA0
81,9
45,5
38
19
16(B
153
16(B
94
47,5
86
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Door cut-out for operator panel using protective cover IP55
400
395
NSE0_01030b
NSE0_01029c
Protective cover, IP55
4 x R5
4 x 5,5
72
340-350
85
70
68
435
72
295-300
Switch mounting level

341
Mounting surface for switch or
guide frame
Safety clearances from grounded parts

Rated operational voltage Above
auxiliary connector
V/AC
mm
751)
751)
Lateral
Rear
(each side)
mm
mm
500
690
50
Size I, withdrawable version,

with arc chute cover
500
690
0
0
0
0
751)
751)
180
0
0
0
0
500
690
1000
100
Size II, withdrawable version,

500
690
0
0
02)
02)
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
751)
751)
180
501)
501)
100
Size III, withdrawable version,

500
690
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
45
200
150
20
50
20
125
500
690
150
300
20
50
14
14
500
690
14
14
100
100
14
14
500
690
1000
250
600
430
50
100
100
20
140
125
500
690
1000
250
600
350
50
100
100
14
30
14
50
225
14
14
20
100
100
20
125
125
20
100
100
14
14
14
50
200
14
14

02)
2)
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
500
690
14
14
Size III, fixed-mounted version

500
690
1000
75
500
430

without arc chute cover
0
0
0
0
0
0
500
690
1000
50
500
350

02)
2)
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
DC non-automatic air circuit breakers

300
600
1000
150
300


500
690
1000
500
690
Size II, fixed-mounted version
Size III, fixed-mounted version

500
690
1000
Lateral
Rear
(each side)
mm
mm


501)
501)
Rated operational voltage Above

auxiliary connector
V/AC
mm

Size II, fixed-mounted version

500
690
1000
148
Size I, fixed-mounted version

0
0

501)
1)
Circuit-breaker
mounting level
Safety clearances from live parts
Size I, fixed-mounted version

500
690
17
313
500
690
14
14
1) Value for plate; 0 mm for struts and grids.

2) 40 mm (size II: 70 mm) for plates which cover the lateral openings in the
guide frame.
All safety clearances above the circuit breaker refer to the upper
edge of the auxiliary connector - not to the upper edge of the arc
chute! See dimensional drawings on pages 39 to 47, parts 4)
and 5).
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Size I, up to 1600 A, fixed-mounted version, 3- and 4-pole
4 7
N S E 0 _ 0 0 6 1 2 c
13,5
55
55
90
55
55
80
40
4 7
90
NSE00616b
421
11)
NSE0_00614e
80
76
5,5
45
150
210
230
106
90
90 60
6)
40
14
150
275
3)
327,5
461,5
N S E 0 _ 0 0 6 1 5 c
33,5
3)
11)
35
8 2
60,5
60 90
26
123,5
9)
8)
541,5
516
55
421
275
440,5
437,5
14)
55
3)
Front connection (double hole)

according to DIN 43673
1) 2)
55
15
10
270
300
390
55
13,5
35
5)
4)
NSE0_00611a
Optional connection variants

Front connection (single)
NSE00613b
Standard version
Horizontal connection
8 2
60 90
90
90
127
Vertical connection
35
90
55
3 5
1 1 )
NSE00619
13,5
6 0
11)
NSE00617a
N S E 0 _ 0 0 6 1 8 c
1 2 7 ,5
M8
3)
3 0
7)
2 6 7 ,5
3)
7)
139
320
410
58
1 3 ,5
1 1 3 ,5
1 2 8 ,5
60
90
90
90
NSE00620
3)
60
90
90
90
4-pole version
9) Key operation.
1) Mounting space for removal of the arc chutes.
11) Terminal face.
2) Arc quenching space.
14) Space for electrical auxiliary circuit connections.
3) Grooves (4 mm wide, 5 mm deep) for supporting phase barriers in the

system.
4) Auxiliary connector with SIGUT screw terminals.
Rated
a
circuit breaker
current
5) Auxiliary connector with spring-loaded connection.
6) Dimension to inside surface of the closed cabinet door.
Up to 1000
7) Fixing points for mounting the circuit breaker in the system.
1250 ... 1600
10
10
10
11
451
34
541
15
15
15
461
39
551
8) "Secure OFF" locking device.
For safety clearances to grounded parts and to live parts see

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Size I, up to 1600 A, 3- and 4-pole, withdrawable version
NSE00622a
62,5
382,5
367,5
327
2)
62,5
8 0
38
60
6 9
8 0
2 8 7
3 )
150
165
9 0
9 0
9 0
4-pole version
2) For guide frame without arc chute cover, arc quenching space facing grounded or
non-conductive surfaces.
3) Grooves (4 mm wide, 5 mm deep) for supporting phase barriers in the system.
7) SENTRON 3WL in connected position.
8) SENTRON 3WL in test position.
9) SENTRON 3WL in disconnected position.
10) Fixing holes 10 mm.
11) Terminal face.
287
69
90
10)
Rated circuit breaker current

A
Up to 1000
1250 ... 1600
10
15
10
15
10
15

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For flange connections see following page.
40
6 9
NSE00628a
NSE0_00630a
90
3 5 0
30
267,5
127,5
NSE00627a
25
3)
15
90
9 0
N S E 0 _ 0 0 6 2 9 a
13,5
9 0
9 0
2 6 0
1 5
55
1 5
11)
350
260
10)
5 5
4 0
169,5
Vertical connection
11)
68
5 5
N S E 0 _ 0 0 6 2 6 b
6)
13,5
139
270
320
410
3 5 0
4 0
45
58
88,5
121,5
140,5
5 5
9 0
3 7 3
34
220
38
55
10)
2 6 0
5 5
9 0
1 1 )
76
a
40
27
42
9 0
493
327,5
a
519
460
275
150
31
14
55
1 5
1 3 ,5
NSE00625a
7) 8)
9)
3)
55
6 9
169,5

55
1 1 )
1 4
NSE0_00624c
5 5
3 )
2 6
11
5 5
2 8 7
3 7 3
123,5
30
55
3 5 0
3 5
1 3 ,5
403
465,5
13
210
300
10)
2 6 0
5 5
5 5
N S E 0 _ 0 0 6 2 3 b
NSE0_00621a
275
468,5
5)
3 5
320
270
4)

2 8 7
Standard version
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Size I, up to 1600 A, withdrawable version, 3- and 4-pole
14
M
3 5 0
5 5
5 5
1 2
2 6
2 8 7
5 9
3 3
NSE00631
2 6 0
5 5
5 5
N S E 0 _ 0 0 6 3 2 a
Flange connection
6 9
1 4 2 ,5
121
5 9
2 8 2 ,5
3 )
1 5
9 0
9 0
9 0

system.

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For more connection options see previous page.
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Size II, up to 4000 A, fixed-mounted version, 3- and 4-pole
275
440,5
90
90
40
40
421
8 2
12)
40

2)
4 7
90
130
90
40
90
13,5
327,5
461,5
3)
11)
14
275
40
76
45
150
210
230
6)
106
127
80
5,5
150
a
90
40
130
NSE00638c
N S E 0 _ 0 0 6 3 7 d
a
621
541,5
516
451,5
3)
NSE0_00636e
130
80
14)
421
13) 1)
90
26
10
570
85
270
440
11)
35
3)
123,5
437,5
90
35
90
4 7
5)
N S E 0 _ 0 0 6 3 4 d
4)
NSE0_00633a
NSE00635c
Standard version
90 130
130
130
13,5
8 2
11)
3)
11)
130
Rated circuit
breaker
current
130
Up to 2000
10
10
10
11
451
34
541
2500
15
15
20
461
39
551
3200/4000
30
30
20
461
39
551

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90
130
130
130
4-pole version
42
113,5
128,5

2) Arc quenching space, "690 V" circuit breaker facing grounded or non-conductive
surfaces.
11) Terminal face.
12) Circuit breaker upper edge, only 1000 V circuit breaker.
13) Arc quenching space, 1000 V circuit breaker facing grounded or non-conductive
surfaces.
3)
130
35
NSE00640b
NSE00642
90
30
134,5
NSE0_00639f
128
NSE00641
3)
7)
9
139
460
590
98
13,5
7)
30
30
290
90
35
30
90
130
13,5
Vertical connection, up to 3200 A

130
130

Vertical connection 4000 A
1)
13,5
NSE0_01868
541,5
461,5
345,5
79,5
100
30
30
2)
85 Nm
4011)
142
162
10
20
200
130
200

2) Arc quenching space, "690 V" circuit breaker facing grounded or nonconductive surfaces.
11) Terminal face.

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Size II, up to 3200 A, withdrawable version, 3- and 4-pole
62,5
9 0
4 0
4 0
9 0
9 0
1 3 ,5
1 1 )
55
6 9
2 6
1 3 ,5
13,5
3 7 3
NSE00649a
400
90
6 9
8 0
5 5 4 5
1 3 0
1 3 0
1 3 0

10) Fixing holes, diameter 10 mm.
11) Terminal face.
12) Guide frame upper edge only 1000 V AC version.
surfaces.
11)
138
95
530
90
90
NSE0_00652b
90
1 1 )
4-pole version
2) For guide frame 690 V, without arc chute cover, arc quenching space facing grounded or non-conductive surfaces.
30
139
270
460
590
9 0
4 0
6)
38
30
45
58
88,5
121,5
140,5
220
9 0
5 3 0
3 )
4 0
40
31
27
42
9 0
1 3 0
8 0
4 0
NSE00647b
493
c
169,5
76
10)
4 0
4 0 0
9 0
1 3 0
1 4
3)
275
150
8)
9)
327,5
9
620
520
460
62,5
13)
2)
12)
7)
14
4 5 ,1
1 3 0
5 5

382,5
367,5
327
NSE0_00646f
10)
3 5
270
350
34
480
518,5
10)
c
169,5
N S E 0 _ 0 0 6 4 8 c
11
123,5
40
2 8 7
3 )
3 7 3
403
465,5
275
468,5
NSE00644b
NSE0_00643b
5 3 0
4 0 0
9 0
N S E 0 _ 0 0 6 4 5 c
5)
3 5
4)
2 8 7
Standard version
69
287
3)
10)
55 45
130
130
10)
130

page 38.
Up to 2000
10
10
10
2500
15
15
20
For vertical connection and flange connection see following

page.
3200/4000
30
30
20

A
44
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Vertical connection,
up to 3200 A
5 3 0
4 0 0
b
NSE00650a
30
30
11)
38
N S E 0 _ 0 0 6 5 1 a
100
6 9
135
290
2 8 7
3 )
5 5 4 5
157
172
1 3 0
1 3 0
1 3 0
NSE0_01869
30
109,5
315,5
100
30
Vertical connection 4000 A
4,6
4011)
177
197
55
45
200
10
20
200
130
1 2
9 0
5 3 0
N S E 0 _ 0 0 6 5 4 a
4 0 0
4 0
5 9
2 6
3 3
NSE00653
Flange connection
6 9
1 4 2 ,5
5 9
2 8 2 ,5
2 8 7
3 )
121
4 5
1 3 0
1 3 0
1 3 0
4-pole version
system.
11) Terminal face.

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45

Size III, up to 6300 A, fixed-mounted version, 3- and 4-pole
160
47
5)
12
205
NSE00656c
160
160
50
3)
421
130
20
82
11
270
680
890
160
50
11)
26
451
123,5
437,5
275
440,5
13,5
210
210
210
35
4)
NSE0_00655a
35

NSE00657c
Standard version

1)
1 3 ,5
4 7
1 6 0
1 6 0
N S E 0 _ 0 0 6 6 0 c
5 4 1
3 )
8 0
76
45
150
210
230
1 1 )
1 4
327,5
461,5
3 4
275
35
1 6 0
5 0 5 0
5,5
2 0
2 1 0
2 1 0
8 2
6)
106
127
2 1 0
1 3 0
4 0
150
30
NSE0_00658e
N S E 0 _ 0 0 6 5 9 d
30
621
541,5
516
451,5
3)
1 6 0
5 0 5 0
8 0
4 0
2)
12)
14)
4 2 1
13)
Vertical connection
210
15
130
107
15
30
160
210
35
30
210
20
10
NSE00663
11)
914
139
704
248
NSE0_00661e
M10
13,5
40
142
162
NSE00662a
3)
3)
40
94,5
120
7)
330,5
11)
13,5
7)
85
210
210
210
NSE00664a
3)
130
210
210
210
130
4-pole version
2) Arc quenching space, "690 V" circuit breaker facing grounded or
system.
11) Terminal face.
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27
42
45
58
88,5
121,5
140,5
220
20
169,5
2 1 0
8 5
4 0
34
76
10)
5 9 0
5 7
6)
38
630
160
260
217
13,5
840
160
160
69
287
NSE0_00674a
160
210
210
210
40
40
5
210
210
245
6 9
N S E 0 _ 0 0 6 7 3 b
2 8 7
24
177
197
6 9
NSE00671a
914
2 1 0
8 0 0
8 4 0
6 3 0
7 0 4
2 0
1 0
2 1 0
330,5
94,5
124,5
11)
139
270
704
NSE00672a
38
11)
13,5
30
30
30
2 8 7
6 9
1 6 0
1 1 )
Vertical connection, up to 6300 A
4000
5000
6300
1 6 0
8 0
40
31
14
30
57 85
5 0
1 4
30
275
150
493
327,5
30
620
520
460
3)
8 4 0
8 0
8)
9)
7)
9
8 0 0
6 3 0
1 6 0
1 6 0
5 0
4 0
62,5
2 1 0
2 1 0
5 9 0
2 8 7
13)
2)
12)
2 1 0
8 5
5 7
3 7 3
NSE0_00668d
20
169,5

according to DIN 43673 up to
4000 A
382,5
367,5
327
N S E 0 _ 0 0 6 6 7 c
1 3 ,5
3 7 3
403
10)
57
1 1 )
3 5
160
1 6 0
5 0
2 6
270
590
NSE00669b
800
11
10)
1 6 0
5 0
518,5
10)
8 4 0
6 3 0
1 6 0
1 6 0
123,5
465,5
275
468,5
NSE00666b
NSE0_00665b
62,5
5)
1 3 ,5
4)

Front connection (single hole),
up to 4000 A
N S E 0 _ 0 0 6 7 0 c
Standard version
Horizontal connection up to 5000 A
3 5
Size III, up to 6300 A, withdrawable version, 3- and 4-pole
5 7
a
b
5 9 0
2 1 0
8 0 0
9 1 4
4-pole version
2) For guide frame 690 V, without arc chute cover, arc quenching space facing grounded
or non-conductive surfaces.
3) Grooves (4 mm wide, 5 mm deep) for
supporting phase barriers in the system.
11) Terminal face.
12) Guide frame upper edge only 1000 V guide frame.
surfaces.

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47

Size III, up to 6300 A, withdrawable version, 3- and 4-pole
6 3 0
7 0 4
1 6 0
1 6 0
1 6 0
5 7 8 5
121
5 9
5
6 9
2 8 2 ,5
1 4 2 ,5
2 6
2 8 7
5 9
M
3 3
1 2
1 6 0
8 4 0
N S E 0 _ 0 0 6 7 6 a
NSE00675
Flange connection, up to 4000 A
3 0
2 1 0
5 9 0
2 1 0
2 1 0
8 0 0
9 1 4

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Schematics
Terminal assignment diagram
Internal wiring
optional
Accessories
(Auxiliary switch S1, S2 = Standard)
Terminals
External wiring
L+
L
e.g. current transformer in the

star point of power transformer
or a summation current
transformer 1200 A /1A
Remote reset bell alarm & tripped indicator F7
13
G transformer S2
12
G transformer S1
11
N sensor S2
10
N sensor S1
ext. voltage transformer Com
L1
ext. voltage transformer L3
L2
L3
0 V DC
24 V DC
BUS +
BUS
7
6
5
Signaling contact at the 1 st auxiliary release
4
3
S23
Signaling contact at the 2nd auxiliary release
Open
+ OUT
F1, 2
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
/COM16
(Option F02/F12)
L+
Internal
External
10
Local electric close S10
Y1
11
"Spring charged" signal S21
Close
+
12
Termination resistor,
if not external CB-module!
Free
+
13
24 V DC input
DPWrite Free
Enable
14
Short terminals if no N-sensor
IN
Not available with communication connection "F02" or F12.

COM15/COM16 module is at position "-X7".
14
Trip signalling switch S24

(position after tripping)
1st auxiliary release F1 "ST"
14
L+
13
12
S1 "NO"
11
10
S1 "NC"
Closing solenoid
L+
6
5
"Ready to close" signal S20
S2 "NO"
3
2
S2 "NC"
F4 only "quick OFF"
14
F4 only "quick OFF"
13
12
2nd auxiliary release: F2 "ST", F3 "UVR", F4 "UVR td"
11
10
S3 "NO" or S7 "NO"
9
8
S3 "NC" or S7 "NO"
7
6
S4 "NO" or S8 "NO"
Charging motor
opt. motor main switch S12
5
4
NSE0_00605 o
S4 "NC" or S8 "NO"
EMERGENCY STOP
or short terminals
L+
c
L
(sw)
(br)
3
2
1
L+
L
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Example of an overall circuit diagram for SENTRON 3WL
(3WL1. .......4GN4Z C11+ C22 + K07)
Manual/motorized operating mechanism with stored-energy feature with electrical ON button (option C11), with ready-to-close
signaling switch (optionl C22), with LSING solid-state release,
L1
(L+)
release
contact
with "UVR" undervoltage release (F3), with "ST" shunt release

(F1), with tripped signal switch (option K07), with auxiliary switch
4 NO + 4 NC.
L1
(L+)
OFF
version
electr.
ON
-X5.6
-X5.4
-X5.10
-X5.8
-X6.4
-X6.2
-X6.12
-X6.10
ETU
-S10
-A1
1
3
-X6.6
-X7.12
-X7.14
-X5.12
-X6.14
-X6.7
-X7.9
-X5.2
ON
S
I
N N
G
-S11
-S24
-S20
-F5
-F3
-A1
-S1/-S2
-S3/-S4
-S7 (optional)
F1
-S8 (optional)
F2
F3
M1
Q1
S1 & S2
S3 & S4
1
S24
F5
Y1
A1
T1
T2
T3
T4
NSE0_01559c
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-X5.5
-X5.3
-X5.9
Solid-state release ETU

1st auxiliary switch block (2 NO + 2 NC)
2nd auxiliary switch block (2 NO + 2 NC)
2nd auxiliary switch block, S7 (2 NO) can be used
if there is no S3 - S3 and S7 have
the same terminal assignment/mounting space
2nd auxiliary switch block, S8 (2 NO) can be used
if there is no S4 - S4 and S8 have
the same terminal assignment/mounting space
3WL1. ..-.....-...2
3WL1. ..-.....-...4
3WL1. ..-.....-...7
3WL1. ..-.....-...8
F4
-X5.7
* Short terminals, if no N sensor
Function diagram of
SENTRON 3WL circuit breaker
S20
-X6.3
-X6.1
2
4
-X8.9
N
(L-)
-X8.10
-X6.5
-X7.13
-X5.11
-X6.13
-X6.8
NSE0_01558b
-T3
-F1
-X5.1
N
(L-)
-T2
-X6.9
-S12
U<
-X6.11
-Y1
mech.
OFF
-S4
-S3
-T1
M
mech.
ON
-S2
-S1
-Q1
QS
L
S
I
N N
G
-S10
-S11
-S12
(2 NO + 2 NC) S1+S2
(4 NO + 4 NC) S1+S2+S3+S4
(6 NO+ 2 NC) S1+S2+S7+S8
(5 NO + 3 NC) S1+S2+S3+S8
-S20
-S24
Electrical ON button
Internal motor shutdown switch (if spring is tensioned)
Motor shutdown switch
(no automatic tensioning of spring)
Ready-to-close signaling switch
-F1
-F3
-F5
1st auxiliary release, shunt release

2nd auxiliary release, undervoltage release
Tripping solenoid
-M
-P
-QS
-Q1
-T1/-T2/-T3
-X5/-X6/-X7/-X8
-Y1
-R
Motor for "charging energy store"

Stored-energy mechanism
Actuator lever for "stored-energy mechanism"
Main contacts
Current transformers
Terminals
Closing solenoid
Indicator and reset button for solid-state release
-X8.9/-X8.10
Connection option: external neutral conductor

transformer

Example of the mode of operation of Zone Selective
Interlocking functionality in power distribution
SENTRON 3WL
3
4
5
6
5
6
1
2
3
4
ZSI module
SENTRON 3WL
3
4
5
6
ZSI
module
SENTRON 3WL
3
4
5
6
ZSI
module
ZSI
module
SENTRON 3WL
3
4
5
6
ZSI
module
SENTRON 3WL
SENTRON 3WL
ZSI
module
SENTRON 3VL
NSE0_01898
3
4
5
6
NSE0_01897
ZSI
module
SENTRON 3WL
3
4
5
6
SENTRON 3WL
3
4
5
6
ZSI
module
ZSI
module
SENTRON 3WL
3
4
5
6
Connection diagram for a Zone Selective Interlocking functionality with

multiple infeed and several outgoing units with SENTRON 3WL circuit
breakers
SENTRON 3VL and SENTRON 3WL circuit breakers used in various

staggered levels
ZSI module
SENTRON 3WL
3
4
5
6
ZSI
module
5
6
1
2
3
4
ZSI
module
SENTRON 3WL
3
4
5
6
NSE0_01899
SENTRON 3WL
SENTRON 3WL
3
4
5
6
ZSI
module
ZSI
module
SENTRON 3WL
3
4
5
6
Zone Selective Interlocking functionality: Connection using a coupling

switch, use of SENTRON 3WL circuit breakers
More information
Up-to-date information on the Internet at:
http://www.siemens.com/sentron
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3WL Non-Automatic Air Circuit Breakers up to 4000 A (DC)

General data
Technical specifications
Size
II
Type
3WL12 10
Rated current In at 40 C
Main conductor
A ... 1000
3WL12 20
3WL12 40
2000
4000

(1000 V version, see Catalog LV 1, order code "A05")
V DC ... 600/1000
... 600/1000
... 600/1000
V DC 1000
1000
1000
kV 12
kV 4
kV 2.5
12
4
2.5
12
4
2.5
Yes
Yes
25/+75
40/+70
25/+75
40/+70
2000
2000
2000
1950
4000
3640
3500
3250
W 280
770
1640

Main current paths
Auxiliary circuits
Control circuits
Yes

Operation
Storage
Permissible load
At rear horizontal main circuit
connections
(Cu painted black)
C 25/+75
C 40/+70
Up to 40 C
Up to 55 C
Up to 60 C
Up to 70 C
A
A
A
A
Power loss at In for symmetrical loads

1000
1000
1000
1000
Operating times
Make-time
Opening time
ms
ms
35
34
35
34
35
34
Electrical make-time (through activation solenoid)1)

ms 100
ms 73
100
73
100
73
Electrical opening time (instantaneous undervoltage release)
ms
73
73
73
Oper. cycles 10 000

Oper. cycles 15 000
Oper. cycles
6000
Oper. cycles
1000
Oper. cycles 15 000
Switching frequency
600 V version
1000 V version
1/h 60
1/h 20
10 000
15 000
4000
1000
15 000
60
20
60
20
3 0
3 0
3 0
Mounting position
10 000
15 000
6000
1000
15 000
h m a x .
= 1 m m
Endurance3)
1000 V version
3 0
and/
or
Auxiliary conductors (Cu)

Max. number of
cross-section
(solid/stranded)
N S E 0 _ 0 0 9 2 7 a
N S E 0 _ 0 0 0 6 2 a
N S E 0 _ 0 0 0 6 1 a
IP20 without cabinet door, IP41 with door sealing

frame, IP55 with cover
Standard connection = strain-relief clamp

Without end sleeve
With end sleeve acc. to DIN 46228 Part 2 1 0.5 mm2 (AWG 20) ... 1 1.5 mm2 (AWG 16)
2 0.5 mm2 (AWG 20) ... 2 1.5 mm2 (AWG 16)
Optional connection = tension spring
2 0.5 mm2 (AWG 20) ... 2 2.5 mm2 (AWG 14)
Without end sleeve
With end sleeve acc. to DIN 46228 Part 2 2 0.5 mm2 (AWG 20) ... 2 1.5 mm2 (AWG 16)
Weights 3-pole

Guide frames
kg 56
kg 60
kg 31
56
60
31
64
68
45
4-pole

Guide frames
kg 67
kg 72
kg 37
67
72
37
77
82
54
1) Make-time through activation solenoid for synchronization purposes

Operating Manual).
3) Further technical specifications on request.
Size
II
Type
3WL12
DC

Up to 220 V DC
Up to 300 V DC
Up to 600 V DC
Up to 1000 V DC
Icc
Icc
Icc
Icc
kA
kA
kA
kA
35
30
25
20
kA
kA
kA
kA
-351)/302)/253)/204)
---

0.5 s
1s
2s
3s
1) At Ue = 220 V DC.
3) At Ue = 600 V DC.
2) At Ue = 300 V DC.
4) At Ue = 1000 V DC.
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Characteristic curves
R=
1000
= 0.4
= 1.0
0.4 ... 1.0 n

2 ... 10 s at 6
= 1.25 R ... 4
R=
R=
100
MIN
1.25
I=
0,1
I=
0,01
0,1
10 s [B]
2 s [A]
10
1
R
n
1.5
MAX
4 n
I=
NSE0_01578
[s]
10000
10
n
DIGmat S100 characteristic curve
Dimensional drawings
DIGmat S100
257
250
DIG S100
3,5
R1
AUTO
MAN
PEAK
DIAG
MAIN
MENUE
271
DIGmat S100
NSE0_01575
R2
122
115
ON
NSE0_01576
136
AUTO
DIGmat S100 drilling pattern
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275
440,5
90
90
35
90
40
40
421
26
40

2)
12)
15)
14)
90
130
90
40
90
13,5
NSE00638c
421
327,5
461,5
3)
11)
14
275
106
127
40
76
45
150
210
230
80
5,5
150
a
90
40
130
602
541,5
516
451,5
447
130
80
4 7
3)
NSE0_02003
90
8 2
1)
N S E 0 _ 0 0 6 3 7 d
16) 17)
10
570
85
270
440
11)
35
3)
123,5
437,5
90
4 7
5)
N S E 0 _ 0 0 6 3 4 d
4)
NSE0_00633a
NSE00635c
Standard version
6)
90 130
130
130
13,5
8 2
11)
3)
11)
130
Rated circuit
breaker
current
130
Up to 2000
10
10
10
11
451
34
541
4000
30
30
20
461
39
551
Siemens 2009
90
130
130
130
4-pole version
54
113,5
128,5

2) Arc quenching space, "690 V" circuit breaker facing grounded or non-conductive
surfaces.
11) Terminal face.
surfaces.
surfaces.
17) Arc quenching space, 1000 V circuit breaker (with high arc chute) facing grounded or
3)
130
35
NSE00640b
NSE00642
90
30
134,5
NSE0_00639f
128
NSE00641
3)
7)
9
139
460
590
98
13,5
7)
30
30
290
90
35
30
90
130
13,5
Vertical connection
130
130

page 38.

62,5
9 0
4 0
4 0
9 0
9 0
1 3 ,5
3 )
55
7)
6 9
1 3 ,5
9 0
9 0
5 3 0
4 0
8 0
9 0
1 3 0
3 )
27
42
1 1 )
45
58
88,5
121,5
140,5
220
1 4
6 9
8 0
4 0
76
10)
5 5 4 5
1 3 0
1 3 0
1 3 0
6)
4-pole version
2) For guide frame 690 V, without arc chute cover, arc quenching space facing grounded or non-conductive surfaces.
30

38
13,5
11)
NSE00649a

8) SENTRON 3WL in test position
138
95

11) Terminal face.
12) Guide frame upper edge only 1000 V AC version.
surfaces.
530
90
90
surfaces.
NSE0_00652b
90
4 0
NSE00647b
327,5
518,5
14
400
90
c
169,5
3)
40
31
275
150
8)
9)
4 0
4 0 0
9 0
1 3 0
3 7 3
651
520
496
460
62,5
16) 17)
2)
15)
12)
NSE0_02084
139
270
460
590
4 5 ,1
1 3 0
5 5

382,5
367,5
327
30
2 6
10)
3 5
270
350
493
480
34
10)
c
169,5
N S E 0 _ 0 0 6 4 8 c
11
123,5
40
2 8 7
1 1 )
3 7 3
403
465,5
275
468,5
NSE00644b
NSE0_00643b
5 3 0
4 0 0
9 0
N S E 0 _ 0 0 6 4 5 c
5)
3 5
4)
2 8 7
Standard version
17) Arc quenching space, 1000 V circuit breaker (with high arc chute) facing grounded or
69
287
3)
10)
55 45
130
130
10)
130

page 38.
Up to 2000
10
10
10
4000
30
30
20
For vertical connection and flange connection see following

page.

A
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55

30
30
11)
38
NSE00650a
Vertical connection
4 0 0
b
5 3 0
N S E 0 _ 0 0 6 5 1 a
2 8 7
100
6 9
135
290
3 )
157
172
5 5 4 5
1 3 0
1 3 0
1 3 0
1 2
9 0
5 3 0
4 0
5 9
2 6
3 3
4 0 0
N S E 0 _ 0 0 6 5 4 a
NSE00653
Flange connection
6 9
1 4 2 ,5
5 9
2 8 2 ,5
2 8 7
3 )
121
4 5
1 3 0
1 3 0
1 3 0
4-pole version
system.
11) Terminal face.

page 38.
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Schematics
L1
AC230
N
PE
DC24
AC230
X1.2 X1.1
X5.2 X5.1
DIGmat S100
Auxiliary power
Emergency STOP
+
X4.i1+
DC24
X4.i1-
X2.1 +
Digital input
X4.i2+
Shunt
(60mV)
X2.3 -
X4.i2Automatic RESET
Digital output
X4.01 X4.01 X4.02 X4.02 X4.03 X4.03 X4.04 X4.04
+
-K1
Automatic / Reset
NSE0_01577a
Excitation / Alarm
12
11
12
11
-K2
14
14
-Q01
-X6.14 -X5.12
SENTRON
3WL
-F1
-F3
-X6.13 -X5.11
-Q01 2
Schematics of the DIGmat S100 and the SENTRON 3WL non-automatic

air circuit breaker
Application examples
Rated operational
voltage
Required series
breaks at rated voltage
For 3-pole non-automatic air circuit brea- For 4-pole non-automatic air circuit breakers
kers
(operational currents up to 4000 A/conducting path)
(operational currents up to 4000 A/
conducting path)
Up to 300 V + 10 %
1-pole,
2 parallel conducting
paths,
only with groundedneutral system
2-pole
1-pole,
3 parallel conducting paths,
only with grounded-neutral
system
2-pole
2 parallel conducting
paths
2-pole,
1-pole,
2 parallel conducting paths,
system
2-pole
1-pole,
2-pole,
system
1-pole,
Over 300 V + 10 %
Up to 600 V + 10 %
Over 600 V + 10 %
Up to 1000 V + 10 %
(version for 1000 V
required, order with "-Z"
and order code A05)
The connection to the circuit breakers is not dependent on direction and polarity; the circuit diagrams can be adapted
accordingly.
If the parallel or series connections are made directly to the
connecting bars, for thermal reasons the continuous load on the
circuit breakers must only be 80 % of the permissible operational
current. If the parallel or series connection is made at a distance

of 1 m from the connecting bars, the circuit breaker can be used
at full operational current load.
Grounded-neutral system
Load
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More information
Up-to-date information on the Internet at:
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630, 800, 1000, 1250,

1000, 2000, 4000

Solid-state releases for SENTRON 3WL circuit breakers

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Zone Selective Interlocking

Measurement function Plus

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Parameters freely programmable

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Rated operational voltage Ue

Rated short-time withstand current Icw

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Circuit breakers with ECO switching capacity N

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Size II with In max 2500 A.

Rated operational voltage Ue = 1150 V.

Circuit breakers with very high switching capacity C

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12 Electronic ETU release

Electronic LCD ETU release

13 Measurement function Plus

Electronic ETU release

COM10 PROFIBUS module complete with ZSI

15 Digital output module with relay contacts

COM20 PROFIBUS module2) complete with ZSI

16 Digital output module with relay contacts, configurable

Breaker Data Adapter (BDA)

17 Analog output module

BDA Plus with Ethernet interface

18 Digital input module

Browser-capable input and output device (e.g. notebook)

20 PLC e.g. SIMATIC S7

10 COM15 PROFIBUS module1)

11 Breaker Status Sensor (BSS)

1) For a MODBUS connection the COM16 module is required.

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Front connection with single

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The following options are available, with all combinations of top

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