SCHELINGER A02-G8-1P-B10 Miniature Circuit Breaker 6kA 1P B 10A VDE

In a residential distribution board, an electrician installs the SCHELINGER A02-G8-1P-B10 to protect a lighting circuit. When a short circuit occurs, this 10 A single-pole MCB trips instantly, isolating the fault and preventing damage to wiring and connected fixtures.

Key specifications

• Number of poles: 1 (1P)
• Rated current: 10 A
• Tripping curve: B
• Short-circuit breaking capacity (Icn): 6 kA
• Rated voltage: 230 V AC
• Rated frequency: 50/60 Hz
• Mounting type: DIN rail (35 mm)
• Standards: EN 60898-1, VDE
• Terminal type: screw terminals, capacity 1–25 mm²
• Electrical endurance: 10,000 cycles
• Mechanical endurance: 20,000 cycles
• Protection degree: IP20
• Operating temperature: -25°C to +55°C
• Energy limiting class: 3
• Rated impulse withstand voltage (Uimp): 4 kV

Why choose it

This MCB combines reliable overload and short-circuit protection with VDE certification, ensuring compliance with European safety standards. Its B curve is optimized for circuits with low inrush currents, such as lighting and socket outlets in residential and commercial buildings. The 6 kA breaking capacity handles typical fault levels in final circuits, while the screw terminals accommodate a wide range of conductor sizes for flexible installation.

Ideal use cases

• Protection of lighting circuits in homes and offices
• Socket outlet circuits with moderate loads
• Control circuits in industrial panels
• Retrofit and new installations in DIN rail consumer units

Good to know

The device features a clear ON/OFF position indicator for quick status identification. Its compact single-module width (18 mm) saves space in distribution boards. With a mechanical endurance of 20,000 operations, it offers long-term reliability. The IP20 rating means it is intended for installation inside an enclosure, protecting against solid objects larger than 12.5 mm but not against water.