Schneider Electric ComPacT NS new generation Circuit-breakers

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General

  • Product range: ComPacT NSX (new generation)
  • Type: Molded Case Circuit Breaker (MCCB)
  • Application: Power distribution / feeder protection
  • Standards: IEC / EN 60947-2
  • Utilization category: Category A
  • Suitability for isolation: Yes (fully compliant MCCB)

 Electrical ratings

  • Rated current (In): 16 → 630 A
  • Rated operational voltage (Ue): up to 690 V AC (50/60 Hz)
  • Network: AC systems

 Breaking capacity (Icu)

Depends on performance class:

  • B (Basic): ~25 kA @ 415 V
  • F / N / H / S / L classes:
    • Up to 70 kA @ 415 V (H type)
    • Higher classes available (up to ~150–200 kA depending on frame – per catalogue)

 Insulation & dielectric characteristics

  • Rated insulation voltage (Ui): 800 V
  • Impulse withstand voltage (Uimp): 8 kV

 Trip units

Thermal-magnetic (TM-D)

  • Functions:
    • L: overload (thermal)
    • I: instantaneous short-circuit
  • Adjustable overload (Ir ≈ 0.7–1 × In)

Electronic (Micrologic)

  • Types: Micrologic 2 / 5 / 6
  • Protection:
    • L: long-time
    • S: short-time
    • I: instantaneous
    • G: earth fault (optional)
  • Additional:
    • Energy metering
    • Communication (EcoStruxure ready)

 Protection functions

  • Overload protection
  • Short-circuit protection
  • Optional:
    • Earth leakage (Vigi / Micrologic)
    • Zone Selective Interlocking (ZSI)
    • Measurement & communication

 Mechanical characteristics

  • Mounting:
    • Fixed
    • Plug-in
    • Withdrawable
  • Poles:
    • 3P / 4P
  • Typical dimensions (NSX100 frame):
    • Height: ~161 mm
    • Width: ~105 mm
    • Depth: ~86 mm

 Performance & durability

  • Mechanical durability: up to 50,000 operations
  • Electrical durability:
    • Up to 30,000 cycles (at rated conditions)

 Environmental conditions

  • Operating temperature: –25°C to +70°C
  • Storage: –50°C to +85°C
  • Pollution degree: 3
  • Altitude: up to 2000 m without derating

 Key features (new generation)

  • Compact design with improved performance
  • EverLink terminals (reduced overheating risk)
  • Digital-ready (EcoStruxure Power integration)
  • Integrated metering & diagnostics
  • Modular accessories (aux contacts, shunt trip, motor operator)
  • Improved installation (DIN rail, spring auxiliaries)

Typical models

  • NSX100 / NSX160 / NSX250 / NSX400 / NSX630
  • Breaking capacity classes: B, F, N, H, S, L
  • Trip units: TM-D or Micrologic