Schneider MCCB CVS250F-3P-250A

1. Full Model Interpretation

2. Key Technical Specifications

3. Core Product Advantages
4. Protecție cuprinzătoare: Thermal‑magnetic trip provides long‑time overload protection and instantaneous short‑circuit protection; long‑time delay adjustable (Ir=0.7~1.0In) for various load characteristics.
5. High‑Reliability Breaking: 36kA high breaking capacity, Ics=100%Icu, ensures reliable fault interruption and equipment safety.
6. Flexible Installation: Supports front/rear wiring; 3P/4P available, adaptable to different switchboard layouts.
7. Eco‑Compliant: Green Premium certified, Conform RoHS, free of hazardous substances, meets sustainable development requirements.
8. Easy Maintenance: Design modular, replaceable trip unit, convenient for maintenance and upgrade, reduces lifecycle cost.
9. Enhanced Safety: Standard isolation function, improves operational safety, complies with IEC 60947-2 isolation requirements.
10. Operating Principle

CVS250F-3P-250A uses thermal‑magnetic tripping protection:

1. Protecție la suprasarcină (Long Time Delay): Bimetal strip bends under heat and triggers the trip mechanism. Delay decreases as current increases; Ir adjustable 175~250A.
2. Short‑circuit Protection (Instantaneous): Electromagnetic coil generates strong magnetic force, attracts armature and triggers instant trip at fixed 2000A without delay.
3. Caracteristica de declanșare: Conform IEC 60947-2, Category A for distribution protection, protects cables and equipment against overload and short‑circuit damage.
4. Aplicații tipice
5. Distribuția de energie industrială: Main protection for three‑phase power equipment in factories and workshops, such as air compressors, pompe, fani.
6. Clădiri Comerciale: Distribution mainline protection for offices, centre comerciale, hoteluri, ensuring power continuity.
7. Centre de date: Power protection for UPS systems and server racks, preventing overload/short‑circuit impact on critical loads.
8. Infrastructură: Electrical system protection for hospitals, scoli, facilitati publice, ensuring public safety.
9. Renewable Energy: AC‑side protection for PV inverters and energy storage systems, suitable for new energy applications.
10. Instalare & Operation Guidelines
11. Environment: Install in dry area below 40℃, avoid moisture, corrosion, vibration; max installation altitude 2000m.
12. Cablaj: Use copper/aluminum conductors suitable for 250A (≥95mm² copper recommended), torque per Schneider specifications.
13. Protection Coordination: Coordinate with downstream breakers/fuses to ensure selective protection and avoid non‑selective tripping.
14. Setting: Adjust long‑time delay current Ir (175~250A) according to load for accurate protection.
15. Întreţinere: Regularly check mechanism and terminals for looseness or overheating; full inspection at least once per year.
16. Series Models & Alternative

7.1 Full Model List – CVS250F Series (250A Frame)

7.2 Replacement & Upgrade Options

CVS250F-3P-250A is a core product of Schneider EasyPact CVS series, integrating reliable protection, flexible installation and high cost‑performance. It is an ideal solution for industrial and commercial power distribution.

With 36kA breaking capacity, adjustable thermal‑magnetic trip and compact design, it adapts to a wide range of applications and safeguards both equipment and personnel.

Core Features of Schneider MCCB CVS250F-3P-250A

1. Excellent Protection Performance
2. Precise Thermal‑Magnetic Protection System

Adopts TM‑D adjustable thermal‑magnetic trip, long‑time protection range 175~250A (0.7~1.0In), suitable for various loads.

Fixed instantaneous short‑circuit trip at 2000A, fast fault interruption without delay, protects equipment from damage.

Conform IEC 60947-2 Category A for distribution, effectively protects cables and equipment.

2. Reliable Breaking Capacity

36kA@415V AC (Class F), Ics=100%Icu, ensures reliable fault interruption.

Up to 70kA at 220/240V AC, suitable for different voltage systems.

Double‑break arc extinguishing system improves current limitation and reduces thermal stress on the network.

2. Comprehensive Safety Features
3. Standard Isolation Function

Conform IEC 60947-2 isolation requirements, can be used as a disconnecting device, improves operational safety.

Class II front panel, compatible with Class II switchboards without derating insulation.

2. Operational Safety

Clear contact position indicator shows real‑time status.

Locking device available to secure in OFF position and prevent misuse.

| Protectie IP40, potrivite pentru medii industriale.

3. Indicarea defecțiunii

Optional SDE fault trip indicator for fast troubleshooting.

Excellent coordination with downstream devices for selective protection, avoids total outage.

3. Flexible Installation & Easy Maintenance
4. Versatile Installation

Supports front / rear wiring for various panel layouts.

Compact dimensions 105×226×86mm, saves cabinet space.

Same mounting as ComPacT series, easy for system upgrade.

2. Design modular

Replaceable trip unit for easy maintenance and upgrade, reduces lifecycle cost.

Clip‑on accessories, plug‑and‑play, no special tools required.

3P/4P available for three‑phase and three‑phase four‑wire systems.

3. Efficient Maintenance

Durata de viata mecanica 20,000 operațiuni, electrical life 10,000 operațiuni (415V In).

Universal accessories across series, reduce inventory cost.

Adjustable long‑time current without replacing the breaker.

4. Fiabilitate ridicată & Durability
5. Robust Mechanical Structure

Double‑break mechanism ensures high fault current limitation and stable performance.

| Shock and vibration resistant for harsh industrial environments.

Rated impulse withstand voltage 8kV, complies with EN/IEC 60947-2.

2. Strong Environmental Adaptability

Rated ambient temperature 40℃, operating range -5℃~+60℃.

Suitable up to 2000m altitude without derating.

Pollution Class 3 for industrial conditions.

3. Stable Electrical Performance

Rated insulation voltage 690V, operational voltage 415V, global compatibility.

Terminals accept copper/aluminum conductors, suitable for 95mm²+ cables for 250A.

Stable long‑term operation, low contact resistance, low power loss.

5. Eco‑Compliance & Cost Efficiency
6. Green Design

Green Premium certified, Conform RoHS, halogen‑free.

Low power consumption, supports energy saving.

2. High Cost‑Performance

Balanced performance and cost, ideal for mass industrial and commercial use.

Low maintenance cost, high reliability, long service life.

Universal accessories reduce total cost of ownership.

3. Lifecycle Value

18‑month warranty.

Global service network for fast support.

Extensible with accessories (earth fault, contacte auxiliare, alarms).

6. Key Application Adaptability
7. Industrial Distribution: Main protection for pumps, fani, compressors with heavy‑duty starting.
8. Clădiri Comerciale: Main and sub‑main distribution for offices, malls, hoteluri.
9. Centre de date: Protection for UPS, PDU-uri, and critical power branches.
10. Infrastructură: Spitale, scoli, public facilities requiring high safety and continuity.

As a core model of the Schneider EasyPact CVS series, CVS250F-3P-250A provides accurate protection, full safety, flexible installation, high reliability and excellent cost‑performance, making it the preferred choice for industrial and commercial power distribution systems.