5SJ4340-7HG42 The Siemens 5SJ4340-7HG42 is a 3-pole miniature circuit breaker with a 40A current rating and a C-curve tripping characteristic. It offers a switching capacity of 10kA according to EN 60898.
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5SJ4340-7HG42

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The Siemens 5SJ4340-7HG42 is a 3-pole miniature circuit breaker with a 40A current rating and a C-curve tripping characteristic. It offers a switching capacity of 10kA according to EN 60898.
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5SJ4340-7HG42 Specifications Quick View

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5SJ4340-7HG42 Description

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This Siemens 5SJ4340-7HG42 is a 3-pole miniature circuit breaker designed for industrial and mechanical engineering applications. It features a 40A operational current rating at 30°C and a C-curve tripping characteristic, suitable for protecting electrical circuits against overloads and short circuits.

 

The circuit breaker has a rated insulation voltage of 440V AC and a supply voltage of 400V AC at 50Hz. Its switching capacity is 10kA according to EN 60898 and 15kA according to IEC 60947-2. The device is designed for DIN rail mounting and has a mechanical service life of 10,000 switching cycles.

 

Additional features include touch protection, sealability, and suitability for halogen-free environments. The connection terminals accommodate conductor cross-sections from 0.75 mm² to 25 mm² with a maximum tightening torque of 3.5 N·m. The unit dimensions are 121mm height, 54mm width, and 70mm depth, with an installation depth of 70mm.

5SJ4340-7HG42 Quick Information

Product Type: Miniature Circuit Breaker
Series: 5SJ4
Canonical Name: Siemens 5SJ4 Miniature circuit breaker, 3-pole, 40A, C-curve

5SJ4340-7HG42 Compliance

RoHS Status: RoHS Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL): 1 Unlimited
REACH Status: REACH Unaffected

5SJ4340-7HG42 Features

  • 3-pole miniature circuit breaker.
  • 40A operational current rating.
  • C-curve tripping characteristic.
  • 10kA switching capacity.
  • UL489 approved for safety.

5SJ4340-7HG42 Applications

  • Industrial control panels.
  • Machine building applications.
  • Power distribution systems.
  • Overload and short-circuit protection.

5SJ4340-7HG42 FAQs

7 frequently asked questions generated from this part’s specifications.
What is the current rating of the Siemens 5SJ4340-7HG42 circuit breaker?

The operational current rating is 40A at 30°C and 40°C.

What is the switching capacity of this circuit breaker?

The switching capacity is 10 kA according to EN 60898 and 15 kA according to IEC 60947-2.

What is the voltage rating for this Siemens circuit breaker?

The rated insulation voltage (Ui) is 440V AC, and the rated supply voltage is 400V AC.

How many poles does the 5SJ4340-7HG42 have?

This is a 3-pole miniature circuit breaker.

What is the tripping characteristic of the 5SJ4340-7HG42?

The tripping characteristic class is C.

What is the mechanical service life of this circuit breaker?

The typical mechanical service life is 10,000 switching cycles.

What are the dimensions of the 5SJ4340-7HG42?

The dimensions are 121 mm height, 54 mm width, and 70 mm depth.

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