: iC65N 2P C16A Schneider A9F18216 Miniature Circuit Breaker
Erste, it should be clarified that A9F18216 is a Miniatur-Leistungsschalter (MCB) of the iC65N series, not an RCBO (Residual Current Circuit Breaker with Overcurrent protection). An RCBO is an integrated device with overload, Kurzschluss- und Erdschlussschutz, while A9F18216 only provides overload and short-circuit protection. For earth leakage protection, it must be used with an additional Vigi iC60 or QuickVigi iC60 residual current module.
Aufschlüsselung des Modellcodes
| Modellteil | Bedeutung |
| iC65N | Produktserie: Acti9 iC65 series; N stands for 6kA breaking capacity |
| 2P | Anzahl der Pole: 2 Stangen (Linie + Neutral) |
| C | Auslösekurve: Typ C, for power distribution and lighting circuits; instantaneous tripping at 5–10× rated current |
| 16A | Nennstrom: 16 Ampere |
| A9F18216 | Schneider official order code |
Grundlegende technische Spezifikationen
| Artikel | Detaillierte Spezifikation |
| Produkttyp | Miniatur-Leistungsschalter (MCB) |
| Serie | Acti9 iC65N |
| Anzahl der Pole | 2P (2-wire system, 2 protected poles) |
| Nennstrom (In) | 16A |
| Auslösekurve | Typ C |
| Bruchkapazität (Icu) | 6Die (400V und) |
| Nennspannung | 230/400V und |
| Frequenz | 50/60Hz |
| Abmessungen | 2 Module (36mm Breite) |
| Montage | DIN-Schienenmontage |
| Schutzgrad | IP20 |
| Tripping Type | Thermisch-magnetisch (Überlast: bimetal strip; Kurzschluss: magnetic coil) |
| Anwendbare Standards | IEC 60898-1 |
Produktmerkmale & Funktionen
- Zuverlässiger Schutz: Provides overload and short-circuit protection to prevent electrical fires and equipment damage
- Typ-C-Kurve: Suitable for power distribution, lighting circuits and resistive loads, with good inrush current tolerance
- Kompaktes Design: 2-module width, saving space in distribution boards
- VisiTrip Indicator: Red mechanical window shows trip status for quick fault diagnosis
- Multiple Wiring Methods: Supports front, rear and rail-mounted wiring to meet various installation needs
- Großer Betriebstemperaturbereich: -25°C bis +40°C, adaptable to various environments
Difference from RCBO and Earth Leakage Protection Solutions
| Produkttyp | Schutzfunktionen | Typisches Modell | Installation |
| A9F18216 (iC65N 2P C16A) | Überlast + Kurzschluss | A9F18216 | Standalone |
| RCBO (iC65N Vigi+) | Überlast + Kurzschluss + Earth Leakage | A9D11216 (2P C16A 30mA Type A) | Integriert |
| MCB + Leakage Module | Überlast + Kurzschluss + Earth Leakage | A9F18216 + A9Q41216 / A9V41216 | Module attached to right of MCB |
To upgrade A9F18216 to a system with earth leakage protection, you may choose:
QuickVigi iC60 2P 16A 30mA module (A9Q41216, 1.5 Module, platzsparend)
Vigi iC60 2P 16A 30mA module (A9V41216, 3 Module, Standardversion)
Anwendungen
Suitable for overload and short-circuit protection in final distribution systems, vor allem für:
Lighting circuits in residential and commercial buildings
Circuits for small power equipment and resistive loads
Branch protection in distribution boards
Applications requiring flexible combination with earth leakage modules
Key Installation & Bedienungsanleitung
- Mounted on standard 35mm DIN rail
- Betriebstemperaturbereich: -25°C bis +40°C
- Verschmutzungsgrad: 3
- Bemessungsstoßspannungsfestigkeit (Ump): 6kV
- Verkabelungskapazität: max. 25mm² Kabel
- Mechanische Ausdauer: 20,000 Betriebszyklen
A9F18216 is a commonly used 2P 16A Type C MCB from Schneider’s Acti9 series, offering reliable overload and short-circuit protection. Wenn ein Erdschlussschutz erforderlich ist, a corresponding residual current module must be added, or an RCBO from the iC65N Vigi+ series (z.B., A9D11216) can be selected directly.
Supplementary Information for Schneider A9F18216: Official Ordering, Full Series List & Chinese Domestic Alternatives
- Offizielle Bestellinformationen
| Artikel | Einzelheiten |
| Product Name | iC65N 2P C16A Miniature Circuit Breaker (MCB) |
| Offizieller Bestellcode | A9F18216 |
| Serie | Acti9 iC65N (N = 6kA breaking capacity) |
| Rahmenstrom | 63A |
| Nennspannung | 230/400V und |
| Frequenz | 50/60Hz |
| Bruchkapazität (Icu) | 6Die (400V und) |
| Auslösekurve | Typ C (instantaneous trip at 5–10× In) |
| Anzahl der Pole | 2P (2-wire, Linie + Neutral) |
| Nennstrom | 16A |
| Abmessungen | 2 Module (36mm Breite) |
| Montage | DIN-Schienenmontage |
| Schutzgrad | IP20 |
| Anwendbare Standards | IEC 60898-1, GB 14048.2 |
| Verkabelungskapazität | Max. 25mm² Kabel |
| Mechanische Ausdauer | 20,000 Betriebszyklen |
| Garantiezeitraum | 12 Monate |
- Full Model List of iC65N Series (A9F Prefix)
The iC65N series is categorized by pole number. Order code rule: A9F + [Pole Code] + [Aktueller Code]
Pole codes: 11=1P, 12=2P, 13=3P, 14=4P
Current codes: 06=6A, 08=8A, 10=10A, 13=13A, 16=16A, 20=20A, 25=25A, 32=32A, 40=40A, 50=50A, 63=63A
1P Models (A9F181xx)
| Nennstrom | Bestellcode | Auslösekurve |
| 6A | A9F18106 | Typ C |
| 8A | A9F18108 | Typ C |
| 10A | A9F18110 | Typ C |
| 13A | A9F18113 | Typ C |
| 16A | A9F18116 | Typ C |
| 20A | A9F18120 | Typ C |
| 25A | A9F18125 | Typ C |
| 32A | A9F18132 | Typ C |
| 40A | A9F18140 | Typ C |
| 50A | A9F18150 | Typ C |
| 63A | A9F18163 | Typ C |
2P Models (A9F182xx)
| Nennstrom | Bestellcode | Auslösekurve |
| 6A | A9F18206 | Typ C |
| 8A | A9F18208 | Typ C |
| 10A | A9F18210 | Typ C |
| 13A | A9F18213 | Typ C |
| 16A | A9F18216 | Typ C |
| 20A | A9F18220 | Typ C |
| 25A | A9F18225 | Typ C |
| 32A | A9F18232 | Typ C |
| 40A | A9F18240 | Typ C |
| 50A | A9F18250 | Typ C |
| 63A | A9F18263 | Typ C |
3P Models (A9F183xx)
| Nennstrom | Bestellcode | Auslösekurve |
| 6A | A9F18306 | Typ C |
| 8A | A9F18308 | Typ C |
| 10A | A9F18310 | Typ C |
| 13A | A9F18313 | Typ C |
| 16A | A9F18316 | Typ C |
| 20A | A9F18320 | Typ C |
| 25A | A9F18325 | Typ C |
| 32A | A9F18332 | Typ C |
| 40A | A9F18340 | Typ C |
| 50A | A9F18350 | Typ C |
| 63A | A9F18363 | Typ C |
4P Models (A9F184xx)
| Nennstrom | Bestellcode | Auslösekurve |
| 6A | A9F18406 | Typ C |
| 8A | A9F18408 | Typ C |
| 10A | A9F18410 | Typ C |
| 13A | A9F18413 | Typ C |
| 16A | A9F18416 | Typ C |
| 20A | A9F18420 | Typ C |
| 25A | A9F18425 | Typ C |
| 32A | A9F18432 | Typ C |
| 40A | A9F18440 | Typ C |
| 50A | A9F18450 | Typ C |
| 63A | A9F18463 | Typ C |
Sondermodelle (Typ D / Hohe Bruchkapazität)
| Modell | Beschreibung | Bestellcode |
| iC65N 2P D16A | Kurve vom Typ D (10–14×In), for motor loads | A9F18216D |
| iC65H 2P C16A | High breaking capacity 10kA | A9F18216H |
| iC65L 2P C16A | Low breaking capacity 4.5kA | A9F18216L |
- Chinesische inländische Markenalternativen (2P C16A MCB)
| Marke | Serie | Modell | Bruchkapazität | Hauptmerkmale | Preisreferenz |
| CHINT | Verlag-63 | NXB-63 2P C16A | 6Die | Leading domestic brand, kostengünstig, CCC certified | 40–50% of Schneider |
| DELIXI | DZ47s | DZ47s 2P C16A | 6Die | Well-known domestic brand, zuverlässige Qualität, widely used | 40–50% of Schneider |
| NAXIN | NDM1 | NDM1-63 2P C16A | 6Die | Qualität in Industriequalität, suitable for engineering projects | 50–60% of Schneider |
| Changshu-Schalter | CH1 | CH1-63 2P C16A | 6Die | Established state-owned enterprise, ausgereifte Technologie | 50–60% of Schneider |
| People Electric | RMK-63 | RMK-63 2P C16A | 6Die | Erschwinglicher Preis, suitable for bulk purchase | 30–40% of Schneider |
Key Selection Guidelines for Alternatives
- Matching breaking capacity: Ensure alternative ≥6kA, same as iC65N
- Matching tripping curve: Type C for power/lighting; Type D for motors
- Dimension compatibility: Alle 2 Module (36mm), DIN rail mount, fits distribution boards
- Complete certification: Must have CCC; CE recommended for industrial use
- Verkabelungskapazität: Ensure max. wiring ≥25mm² to meet site requirements
- Earth Leakage Protection Upgrade Solutions
Two options to upgrade A9F18216 with earth leakage protection:
Option 1: MCB + Leakage Module Combination
| Modultyp | Modell | Spezifikation | Breite | Bestellcode |
| QuickVigi iC60 | 2P 16A 30mA AC | Kompakt 1.5 Module | 27mm | A9Q41216 |
| Vigi iC60 | 2P 16A 30mA AC | Standard 3 Module | 63mm | A9V41216 |
| Vigi iC60 | 2P 16A 30mA A | Detects pulsating DC leakage | 63mm | A9V42216 |
Option 2: Direct Replacement with RCBO
| Schneider RCBO Model | Beschreibung | Bestellcode |
| iC65N Vigi+ 2P C16A 30mA A | Integrierter Auslaufschutz | A9D11216 |
| iC65N Vigi+ 2P C16A 30mA AC | Integrierter Auslaufschutz | A9D10216 |
A9F18216 is the standard 2P C16A model in the Schneider iC65N series with clear ordering information. The series covers various pole numbers and current ratings. Abundant Chinese domestic alternatives are available for flexible selection based on project budget and quality requirements. Earth leakage protection can be achieved by adding a leakage module or replacing with an RCBO to ensure safe and reliable electrical systems.
Full Model List of Schneider A9F18216 in the Same Series (iC65N Series)
- Model Coding Rule Explanation
The coding rule for A9F-prefixed order codes of Schneider iC65N series MCBs is as follows:
| Code Part | Bedeutung |
| A9F | Produktkategorie: Acti9 iC65 MCB |
| 17 | Type B curve (instantaneous trip at 2–5×In) |
| 18 | Kurve vom Typ C (instantaneous trip at 5–10×In, standard for lighting & distribution) |
| 19 | Kurve vom Typ D (instantaneous trip at 10–14×In, for motor loads) |
| 1/2/3/4 | Anzahl der Pole: 1=1P, 2=2P, 3=3P, 4=4P |
| 01/02/04/06…63 | Nennstrom: 1A, 2A, 4A, 6A…63A |
- Full Model List (By Pole Number)
2.1 1P Models (A9F[17/18/19]1xx)
| Nennstrom | Typ B (A9F171xx) | Typ C (A9F181xx) | Typ D (A9F191xx) |
| 1A | A9F17101 | A9F18101 | A9F19101 |
| 2A | A9F17102 | A9F18102 | A9F19102 |
| 4A | A9F17104 | A9F18104 | A9F19104 |
| 6A | A9F17106 | A9F18106 | A9F19106 |
| 8A | A9F17108 | A9F18108 | A9F19108 |
| 10A | A9F17110 | A9F18110 | A9F19110 |
| 13A | A9F17113 | A9F18113 | A9F19113 |
| 16A | A9F17116 | A9F18116 | A9F19116 |
| 20A | A9F17120 | A9F18120 | A9F19120 |
| 25A | A9F17125 | A9F18125 | A9F19125 |
| 32A | A9F17132 | A9F18132 | A9F19132 |
| 40A | A9F17140 | A9F18140 | A9F19140 |
| 50A | A9F17150 | A9F18150 | A9F19150 |
| 63A | A9F17163 | A9F18163 | A9F19163 |
2.2 2P Models (A9F[17/18/19]2xx)
| Nennstrom | Typ B (A9F172xx) | Typ C (A9F182xx) | Typ D (A9F192xx) |
| 1A | A9F17201 | A9F18201 | A9F19201 |
| 2A | A9F17202 | A9F18202 | A9F19202 |
| 4A | A9F17204 | A9F18204 | A9F19204 |
| 6A | A9F17206 | A9F18206 | A9F19206 |
| 8A | A9F17208 | A9F18208 | A9F19208 |
| 10A | A9F17210 | A9F18210 | A9F19210 |
| 13A | A9F17213 | A9F18213 | A9F19213 |
| 16A | A9F17216 | A9F18216 | A9F19216 |
| 20A | A9F17220 | A9F18220 | A9F19220 |
| 25A | A9F17225 | A9F18225 | A9F19225 |
| 32A | A9F17232 | A9F18232 | A9F19232 |
| 40A | A9F17240 | A9F18240 | A9F19240 |
| 50A | A9F17250 | A9F18250 | A9F19250 |
| 63A | A9F17263 | A9F18263 | A9F19263 |
2.3 3P Models (A9F[17/18/19]3xx)
| Nennstrom | Typ B (A9F173xx) | Typ C (A9F183xx) | Typ D (A9F193xx) |
| 1A | A9F17301 | A9F18301 | A9F19301 |
| 2A | A9F17302 | A9F18302 | A9F19302 |
| 4A | A9F17304 | A9F18304 | A9F19304 |
| 6A | A9F17306 | A9F18306 | A9F19306 |
| 8A | A9F17308 | A9F18308 | A9F19308 |
| 10A | A9F17310 | A9F18310 | A9F19310 |
| 13A | A9F17313 | A9F18313 | A9F19313 |
| 16A | A9F17316 | A9F18316 | A9F19316 |
| 20A | A9F17320 | A9F18320 | A9F19320 |
| 25A | A9F17325 | A9F18325 | A9F19325 |
| 32A | A9F17332 | A9F18332 | A9F19332 |
| 40A | A9F17340 | A9F18340 | A9F19340 |
| 50A | A9F17350 | A9F18350 | A9F19350 |
| 63A | A9F17363 | A9F18363 | A9F19363 |
2.4 4P Models (A9F[17/18/19]4xx)
| Nennstrom | Typ B (A9F174xx) | Typ C (A9F184xx) | Typ D (A9F194xx) |
| 1A | A9F17401 | A9F18401 | A9F19401 |
| 2A | A9F17402 | A9F18402 | A9F19402 |
| 4A | A9F17404 | A9F18404 | A9F19404 |
| 6A | A9F17406 | A9F18406 | A9F19406 |
| 8A | A9F17408 | A9F18408 | A9F19408 |
| 10A | A9F17410 | A9F18410 | A9F19410 |
| 13A | A9F17413 | A9F18413 | A9F19413 |
| 16A | A9F17416 | A9F18416 | A9F19416 |
| 20A | A9F17420 | A9F18420 | A9F19420 |
| 25A | A9F17425 | A9F18425 | A9F19425 |
| 32A | A9F17432 | A9F18432 | A9F19432 |
| 40A | A9F17440 | A9F18440 | A9F19440 |
| 50A | A9F17450 | A9F18450 | A9F19450 |
| 63A | A9F17463 | A9F18463 | A9F19463 |
- Sonderversionen (Bruchkapazität / Funktionserweiterung)
| Modell | Beschreibung | Bestellcode | Bemerkungen |
| iC65H 2P C16A | High breaking capacity 10kA | A9F18216H | H = High breaking |
| iC65L 2P C16A | Low breaking capacity 4.5kA | A9F18216L | L = Low breaking |
| iC65N 2P C16A R | With overload alarm contact | A9F18216R | R = With alarm contact |
| iC65N 2P C16A DC | For DC circuits only | A9F18216DC | For DC system protection |
- Unified Key Technical Specifications
All A9F-prefixed iC65N models share the following core parameters:
Bruchkapazität (Icu): 6Die (400V und)
Nennspannung: 230/400V und
Frequenz: 50/60Hz
Abmessungen: 1P=1 module (18mm), 2P=2 modules (36mm), 3P=3 modules (54mm), 4P=4 modules (72mm)
Montage: DIN-Schienenmontage
Schutzgrad: IP20
Tripping type: Thermisch-magnetisch (Überlast: bimetal strip; Kurzschluss: magnetic coil)
Applicable standards: IEC 60898-1, GB 14048.2
- Auswahlhilfe
- Tripping Curve Selection
Typ B: For pure resistive loads (z.B., Glühlampen)
Typ C: For general power and lighting loads (most commonly used)
Typ D: For inductive loads such as motors and transformers
- Auswahl der Polzahl
1P: Protects line only, for single-phase lighting circuits
2P: Protects line + neutral, for single-phase socket circuits
3P: Protects three phases, for three-phase power circuits
4P: Protects three phases + neutral, für Dreiphasen-Vierleitersysteme
- Auswahl der Schaltleistung
Typ N (6Die): For general residential and commercial buildings
Typ H (10Die): For industrial sites or distribution systems near transformers
Typ L (4.5Die): For simple lighting systems
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