Siemens 3VL3 Series 3VL3725-1DC36-0AA0-Z — 3‑Pole Molded Case Circuit Breaker (MCCB), 250A, Thermal‑Magnetic Adjustable (50°C), Standard Breaking Capacity: 55 kA @ 415V / 12 kA @ 690V

The Siemens 3VL3 series molded case circuit breaker 3VL3725-2DC36-0AA0-Z U01 (VL250H) is a 3‑pole thermal‑magnetic (TM) trip MCCB designed for low‑voltage industrial distribution. Offered as a spare‑part replacement (product discontinued), the unit features high breaking capacity and adjustable rated current for reliable overload and short‑circuit protection in demanding installations.

Key specifications

• Manufacturer: Siemens
• Product family / Series: 3VL3 (VL250H variant)
• Article / Part number: 3VL3725-2DC36-0AA0-Z U01
• Life cycle status: Prod. Discont. (spare‑part replacement only)
• Poles: 3‑pole
• Nominal current rating (In): 250 A
• Rated current range (IR): 200 … 250 A (adjustable)
• Trip unit: Thermal‑magnetic (TM) — overload and instantaneous short‑circuit protection
• High breaking capacity (Icu / Ics): 70 kA @ 415 V AC
• Trip features: overload protection; instantaneous/short‑circuit protection (TM)
• Auxiliary devices: supplied without auxiliary release or auxiliary/alarm switch (spare‑part condition)
• Net weight: 2.3 kg
• Quantity unit / Packaging quantity: 1 piece
• Country of origin: Germany
• UPC: 887621170585
• Commodity code: 85362090
• Compliance: RoHS (since 01.07.2006); WEEE take‑back obligations applicable

Features & benefits

• 70 kA interrupting capacity at 415 V AC supports high‑fault‑level industrial systems.
• Thermal‑magnetic TM trip provides combined overload and instantaneous short‑circuit protection with adjustable current setting to match application requirements.
• 3‑pole configuration for three‑phase circuit protection in distribution panels and motor feeders.
• Supplied as spare part for direct replacement of Siemens 3VL3 installations.

Applications

• Low‑voltage industrial distribution, switchboards, motor feeders, and retrofit replacements requiring high interrupting capacity and adjustable thermal‑magnetic protection.

Important notes & limitations

• This part is discontinued for production and offered only as a spare‑part replacement — confirm availability and lead time prior to ordering (standard delivery time indicated as 20 days).
• Unit is supplied without auxiliary/alarm switches or auxiliary releases; add accessories as required for your installation.
• Always consult Siemens time‑current curves and coordination guidelines to verify protective coordination with upstream/downstream devices.
• Verify that rated current setting (200–250 A) and breaking capacity meet local code and system requirements.

Documentation & support

• For full technical details (time‑current curves, dimensional drawings, mounting/accessory instructions), refer to official Siemens 3VL product documentation and spare‑parts bulletin.