Schneider CVS160FM-3P Kompaktleistungsschalter

The CVS160FM-3P is a 3-pole Kompaktleistungsschalter (MCCB) from Schneider Electric’s EasyPact CVS series. Classified as a power distribution protection product, it is designed for overload and short-circuit protection in industrial and commercial power distribution systems.

Model Interpretation

CVS: Series name (EasyPact CVS Molded Case Circuit Breaker)

160: Frame current rating (160A)

F: Breaking capacity class (36kA @ 415V AC)

FM: Equipped with remote telemetry alarm function (enables remote indication of circuit breaker status)

3P: 3 Stangen (for three-phase circuit protection)

Core Specifications

Funktionsmerkmale

1.Comprehensive Protection Functions

– Overload long-time delay protection (Wärmeschutz)

– Short-circuit instantaneous protection (magnetischer Schutz)

– Remote status monitoring (FM function)

2. Advantages of Remote Monitoring

– Built-in auxiliary contacts that remotely transmit the “closed/open” status signals of the circuit breaker to the monitoring system

– Facilitates the implementation of smart grid and automated management, improving system reliability and maintenance efficiency

3. Structural Characteristics

– Plug-in design allows easy maintenance and replacement, reducing power outage time

– Compact design saves space in distribution cabinets

– Modular structure supports the addition of accessories such as auxiliary contacts and alarm contacts

Anwendungsszenarien

Industrial Power Distribution Systems: Protection for small and medium-sized production lines and machinery

Gewerbebauten: Power distribution protection for office buildings, shopping malls, Hotels, usw.

Infrastructure: Hospitals, schools, transportation hubs, usw.

Residential Distribution Boxes: Protection for main distribution boxes in high-rise residential buildings

Critical Locations Requiring Remote Monitoring: Data centers, telecommunications base stations, usw.

Comparison with Similar Products

Differences between common models in the CVS160F series:

The Schneider CVS160FM-3P is a 3-pole thermal-magnetic molded case circuit breaker with a 160A frame and 36kA breaking capacity. It is particularly suitable for three-phase power distribution systems that require remote monitoring. Its FM function adds intelligent features to traditional circuit breakers, allowing operation and maintenance personnel to monitor equipment status in real time and improve system reliability and maintenance efficiency.

Application Cases of Schneider CVS160FM-3P Molded Case Circuit Breaker

1. Protection for Industrial Automation Production Lines

Case Scenario: Automated Assembly Line in an Auto Parts Manufacturing Plant

Application Configuration: The CVS160FM-3P is used as the main switch in the production line’s main distribution box to protect 120kW production line equipment.

Core Value:

Thermal-magnetic dual tripping (0.1-second power-off response) protects equipment from short circuits and overloads, reducing downtime by 80%.

The FM function transmits circuit breaker status to the central control room in real time, enabling 24/7 remote monitoring.

The plug-in design shortens maintenance and replacement time from 4 hours to 30 Minuten, saving annual maintenance costs by 150,000 yuan.

Case Scenario: Beverage Filling Production Line

Application Challenge: 35 brief power outages occurred within 4 Monate, resulting in product scrapping and equipment damage.

Lösung:

Install CVS160FM-3P in front of critical equipment.

Link the FM function with the intelligent monitoring system to issue immediate alerts in case of anomalies.

Achieve “zero-fault production”, increasing monthly output by 12% and reducing cleaning costs by 80,000 yuan per year.

2. Intelligent Power Distribution in Commercial Complexes

Case Scenario: A Large Shopping Mall (82,000 m²)

Configuration Plan:

Basement Power Distribution Room: CVS160FM-3P is used for branch protection of equipment such as air conditioners and water pumps.

Floor Distribution Boxes: Used for lighting and store power supply.

Application Value:

Remotely monitor power load in each area to implement peak-shifting power consumption, reducing energy consumption by 15%.

Accurately locate and remotely alarm in case of store faults without affecting other areas.

Integrate with the Building Automation (BA) system to achieve “smart power consumption”, improving property maintenance efficiency by 40%.

Case Scenario: Power Distribution System in High-Rise Buildings

Key Applications:

Protection for dedicated circuits of fire pumps to ensure reliable power supply in emergency situations.

Protection for elevator power distribution to prevent elevator entrapment due to power failures.

Technische Vorteile:

36kA high breaking capacity handles sudden short-circuit currents in high-rise buildings.

The FM function links with the fire alarm system to automatically cut off non-fire power during fires, ensuring evacuation safety.

3. Data Centers and Telecommunications Infrastructure

Case Scenario: UPS Output Protection in a Cloud Computing Data Center

Application Configuration:

Configure CVS160FM-3P at the backend of the 2N redundant UPS system to protect the Power Distribution Units (PDUs) of server cabinets.

Install circuit breakers from the CVS160F series at the front stage of each server cabinet.

Core Advantages:

Remotely monitor UPS output status and cut off faulty circuits with millisecond-level response in case of anomalies.

Integrate with the Power Management System (IPM) to achieve load balancing and automatic fault switching.

Reduce the frequency of maintenance personnel entering the computer room, minimizing dust pollution and extending equipment service life by 20%.

Case Scenario: Power Protection for 5G Base Stations

Application Plan:

Configure CVS160FM-3P in the base station distribution box to protect communication equipment and battery packs.

Transmit status back to the operator’s monitoring center via the FM function.

Practical Benefits:

Realize remote monitoring of “unmanned” stations, shortening fault location time from 4 hours to 5 Minuten.

Battery pack protection extends service life by 30%, saving annual replacement costs by 120,000 yuan per base station.

4. Protection for Medical and Precision Equipment

Case Scenario: Power Distribution System in Hospital ICUs and Operating Rooms

Application Configuration:

Configure CVS160FM-3P after the dual-power supply end switching to provide the final level of protection for life-support equipment.

Configure circuit breakers from the CVS160F series separately for each ICU equipment circuit.

Key Value:

Circuit breaker status is uploaded to the hospital energy management system in real time to ensure continuous power supply for medical equipment.

Link with the medical equipment monitoring system to automatically switch to backup power and trigger medical staff alarms in case of faults.

Ensure “zero-interruption” power supply in operating rooms, reducing medical risks and improving hospital ratings.

Case Scenario: Protection for Precision Laboratory Equipment

Application Scenario: Power supply for semiconductor testing equipment and precision optical instruments.

Technische Highlights:

Stably protect 380V precision equipment and prevent measurement errors caused by voltage fluctuations.

Integrate the FM function with the laboratory environment monitoring system to automatically pause experiments and save data in case of anomalies.

Reduce equipment false shutdowns, improving testing efficiency by 25% and lowering maintenance costs by 30%.

5. unicipal and Environmental Protection Facilities

Case Scenario: Equipment Protection in a Sewage Treatment Plant

Application Configuration:

Configure CVS160FM-3P in the circuits of key equipment such as aeration fans and water pumps.

The central control room monitors the status of all circuit breakers in the plant in real time.

Application Value:

Remotely monitor equipment operation status to realize “smart water management”.

Quickly locate faults, shortening maintenance response time from 2 hours to 30 Minuten.

Ensure continuous operation of sewage treatment, increasing the compliance rate of effluent to 99.5% and avoiding environmental penalties.

Case Scenario: Urban Water Supply Booster Pump Station

Application Plan:

Adopt CVS160FM-3P in the power distribution system of multiple water pumps to realize “1+N” redundant protection.

Integrate with the SCADA system via the FM function to achieve unmanned operation.

Practical Effects:

Automatically switch between working pumps and standby pumps, extending equipment service life by 50%.

Remotely monitor pressure and flow parameters to realize on-demand water supply, saving energy by 18%.

Fault early warning response time is less than 10 Sekunden, ensuring urban water supply safety.

6. Remote Monitoring and Intelligent Operation & Maintenance Applications

Case Scenario: Centralized Monitoring in an Industrial Park

Overall Plan:

Configure CVS160FM-3P in the incoming line cabinets of each factory building in the park.

Establish a central monitoring platform to display the status of all circuit breakers in real time.

Application Value:

Operation and maintenance personnel can grasp the power supply status of the entire park in the control center, reducing inspection workload by 60%.

Automatic fault alarms with 100% location accuracy, shortening the average repair time by 70%.

Energy consumption data analysis supports energy optimization, reducing the park’s overall energy consumption by 12%.

Case Scenario: Smart Building Energy Management

System Integration:

Configure CVS160FM-3P in the distribution boxes of each floor in the building and connect to the Building Automation System (BAS).

Realize the “four remote” functions (remote measurement, remote signaling, remote control, remote regulation).

Practical Benefits:

Automatically adjust floor power supply according to pedestrian flow, saving energy by 22%.

Remotely monitor electrical fire hazards with an early warning accuracy of over 95%.

Reduce manual inspections, lowering operation and maintenance costs by 40% and improving property response speed by 50%.

With its remote monitoring capability (FM function) and reliable protection features, the CVS160FM-3P molded case circuit breaker is widely used in industries such as industry, commerce, medical care, and data centers. It is particularly suitable for critical scenarios that require real-time monitoring and rapid fault location. Its core value lies in upgrading traditional circuit breakers to “smart electrical nodes”, providing solid power support for Industry 4.0 and smart city construction.