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2CDS213103R0164 ABB SH203-C16NA MCB 6 kA 3P+N Type C 16 A
ABB SH203-C16NA is a 16 A Type C 3P+N miniature circuit breaker from the SH200 Compact Home series with a 6 kA short-circuit capacity for overload and short-circuit protection.
£75.15
Why Choose the ABB SH203-C16NA Miniature Circuit Breaker?
The ABB SH203-C16NA is a compact and reliable miniature circuit breaker (MCB) designed to provide overload and short-circuit protection for electrical circuits. As part of the established ABB SH200 Compact Home series, it combines thermal overload protection with electromagnetic short-circuit protection for dependable circuit protection in residential, commercial and similar electrical installations.
This current-limiting MCB features a Type C tripping characteristic, making it suitable for general-purpose circuits and loads with moderate inrush currents. The SH200 series is designed in accordance with IEC/EN 60898-1 and provides straightforward DIN rail installation for modern electrical distribution systems.
With a rated current of 16 A, a 3P+N configuration and a rated short-circuit capacity of 6 kA, the SH203-C16NA provides coordinated switching and protection for three-phase circuits with a neutral conductor. Its compact four-module format makes it well suited to distribution boards and electrical control enclosures where space-efficient circuit protection is required.
Key Advantages
- Reliable miniature circuit breaker for overload and short-circuit protection.
- 16 A rated current for electrical distribution circuits.
- 3P+N configuration with three protected poles and a switched neutral.
- Type C tripping characteristic suitable for general-purpose loads with moderate inrush currents.
- 6 kA short-circuit breaking capacity at 400 V AC.
- Current-limiting design with energy limiting class 3.
- Compact four-module construction for standard DIN rail distribution boards.
- Designed in accordance with IEC/EN 60898-1.
Key Features
- ABB SH200 Compact Home series.
- 16 A rated current.
- Type C tripping characteristic.
- 3P+N circuit configuration.
- 6 kA rated short-circuit capacity.
- 400 V AC rated operational voltage.
- 50 / 60 Hz rated frequency.
- 4 kV rated impulse withstand voltage.
- Thermal and electromagnetic overcurrent protection.
- DIN rail mounting with screw terminals.
- IP20 degree of protection.
Reliable Protection for Electrical Circuits
Miniature circuit breakers such as the ABB SH203-C16NA automatically interrupt electrical circuits when excessive current occurs. The thermal tripping mechanism responds to sustained overload conditions, while the electromagnetic mechanism provides rapid protection against potentially damaging short-circuit currents.
The ABB SH200 range is designed for compact and dependable circuit protection in residential, commercial and similar installations. Its Type C characteristic, DIN rail mounting format and coordinated 3P+N arrangement make the SH203-C16NA a practical choice for three-phase distribution circuits where reliable overcurrent protection and neutral switching are required.
Typical Applications
- Residential electrical distribution boards.
- Commercial building electrical systems.
- Three-phase circuits with neutral conductors.
- Lighting and general-purpose electrical circuits.
- Socket outlet and distribution circuits.
- Loads with moderate starting or inrush currents.
- Electrical panels requiring compact DIN rail circuit protection.
Technical Specifications
| Series | SH200 Compact Home |
|---|---|
| ABB order code | 2CDS213103R0164 |
| EAN | 4016779631563 |
| Product type | Miniature circuit breaker (MCB) |
| Rated current | 16 A |
| Poles / configuration | 3P+N |
| Number of protected poles | 3 |
| Neutral position | Right |
| Tripping characteristic | Type C |
| Rated operational voltage | 400 V AC |
| Maximum operational voltage | 440 V AC |
| Rated insulation voltage | 440 V |
| Rated frequency | 50 / 60 Hz |
| Rated short-circuit capacity | 6 kA |
| Energy limiting class | 3 |
| Rated impulse withstand voltage | 4 kV |
| Overvoltage category | III |
| Pollution degree | 2 |
| Protection rating | IP20 |
| Standard | IEC/EN 60898-1 |
| Terminal type | Screw terminals / cage terminals |
| Terminal tightening torque | 2 N·m |
| Maximum rigid conductor capacity | 25 mm² |
| Maximum flexible conductor capacity | 16 mm² |
| Mounting | 35 mm DIN rail |
| Number of modules | 4 × 17.5 mm |
| Dimensions (H × W × D) | 85 × 70 × 69 mm |
| Weight | approx. 0.5 kg |
| Electrical endurance | 20,000 cycles |
| Mechanical endurance | 20,000 cycles |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ABB SH203-C16NA used for?
The ABB SH203-C16NA is used to provide overload and short-circuit protection for three-phase electrical circuits with a neutral conductor.
What is the rated current of the SH203-C16NA?
The SH203-C16NA has a rated current of 16 A.
What tripping characteristic does this MCB have?
The SH203-C16NA has a Type C tripping characteristic, making it suitable for general-purpose electrical loads and equipment with moderate inrush currents.
What is the breaking capacity of the ABB SH203-C16NA?
The breaker has a rated short-circuit capacity of 6 kA at 400 V AC and an energy limiting class of 3.
How is the SH203-C16NA installed?
The breaker is designed for mounting on a standard 35 mm DIN rail and occupies four 17.5 mm modular spaces inside a suitable distribution board or electrical enclosure.
Trusted ABB Circuit Protection
ABB SH200 miniature circuit breakers provide compact and dependable protection against overload and short-circuit conditions, supporting safe and efficient electrical distribution in residential, commercial and similar installations.
