Siemens Unveils Next-Gen Sentron 3WA Circuit Breakers for Critical Infrastructure Protection

SENTRON 3WA UL air circuit breaker

(IN BRIEF) Siemens has introduced two new versions of its Sentron 3WA Power Circuit Breakers to improve electrical distribution capabilities. The 3WA3 series meets both UL 1066 and IEC 60947-2 standards, allowing worldwide use and benefiting manufacturers operating in IEC and UL standardization areas. The 3WA2 series is designed exclusively for the UL 489 market. These additions complement the previously launched 3WA1 version for IEC markets. The Sentron 3WA circuit breakers, part of Siemens Xcelerator, offer high reliability, digital integration, and ease of use, providing protection for critical infrastructure. Upgrades can be done digitally, and new features can be added easily. Enhanced trip units and integrated arc energy reduction technology increase safety. The UL series 3WA2 and 3WA3 are available in three frame sizes with rated current ranges from 800 to 5,000 A.

(PRESS RELEASE) ZUG, 17-Jul-2023 — /EuropaWire/ — Siemens has introduced two new versions of its Sentron 3WA Power Circuit Breakers, enhancing electrical distribution capabilities. The 3WA3 series meets both UL 1066 and IEC 60947-2 standards, allowing for worldwide use and benefiting switchgear manufacturers and OEMs operating in IEC and UL standardization areas. The 3WA2 series is designed exclusively for the UL 489 market. These additions complement the previously launched 3WA1 version for IEC markets. The Sentron 3WA circuit breakers are part of Siemens Xcelerator, an open digital business platform facilitating customers’ digital transformation. With high reliability, digital integration, and ease of use, the Sentron 3WA series offers protection for critical infrastructure and supports software-based planning and engineering. Upgrades can be completed digitally, and new features can be added easily. The Sentron 3WA ACBs also feature enhanced trip units and integrated arc energy reduction technology for increased safety.

The UL series 3WA2 and 3WA3 are available in three frame sizes with rated current ranges from 800 to 5,000 A. For more information, visit www.siemens.com/3wa.

Andreas Matthé, CEO of Electrical Products at Siemens Smart Infrastructure, commented:

“Our highly flexible ACB series perfectly addresses the needs of switchgear manufacturers and panel builders in an environment characterized by increasing complexity, digitalization, and cost pressures.”

About Siemens Smart Infrastructure:
Siemens Smart Infrastructure addresses urbanization and climate change challenges by connecting energy systems, buildings, and industries. It offers an end-to-end portfolio, including products, systems, solutions, and services, contributing to sustainable progress and environmental protection. With its headquarters in Zug, Switzerland, Siemens Smart Infrastructure employs around 72,700 people globally.

About Siemens AG:
Siemens AG is a technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. It combines the digital and physical worlds to empower customers in transforming their industries and markets. Siemens AG generated revenue of €72.0 billion and had around 311,000 employees worldwide as of fiscal year 2022. For more information, visit www.siemens.com.

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SOURCE: Siemens AG