Description
The TERASAKI ELECTRIC XS1600NE is a high-current molded-case circuit breaker from the Terasaki TemBreak family. It is designed for high-capacity electrical distribution and protection applications. The XS1600NE is rated up to 1600 A, with a 3-pole configuration and 50/60 Hz operating frequency. Terasaki documentation identifies the XS1600NE as a 1600 A breaker, while the available product listing specifies AC 690 V insulation voltage.
The breaker is suitable for industrial power distribution, marine electrical systems, switchboards, machinery power circuits, and other high-current applications where reliable circuit isolation and overcurrent protection are required.

🔧 Key Features
- Terasaki Electric XS1600NE
- TemBreak series circuit breaker
- Rated current up to 1600 A
- 3-pole configuration
- 50/60 Hz frequency
- AC 690 V insulation voltage
- High short-time withstand capability depending on configuration
- Suitable for industrial and marine switchboards
- Available configurations may include motor-operated mechanisms
- Made in Japan
- Designed for high-capacity electrical distribution protection
📋 Product Datasheet
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | Terasaki Electric |
| Model | XS1600NE |
| Series | TemBreak |
| Product Name | 1600A 3-Pole Circuit Breaker |
| Place of Origin | Japan |
| Condition / Status | New – Open Box |
| Dimensions | Approx. 320 × 450 × 185 mm* |
| Weight | Approx. 39.5 kg* |
| Original Country | Japan |
| Power / Current Rating | 1600 A |
*Dimensions and weight can vary depending on the exact breaker configuration and accessories. The referenced listing specifies approximately 39.5 kg, while Terasaki’s current standard-series documentation uses different dimensional data for newer S1600-NE variants, so the nameplate/configuration should be checked before installation.
⚙️ Technical Overview
The XS1600NE belongs to Terasaki’s high-current TemBreak breaker family. Terasaki’s documentation lists the S1600-NE at 1600 A with a high fault-level performance of 85/65 kA under the specified test conditions.
The XS1600NE is also identified in Terasaki documentation as a 1600 A molded-case circuit breaker. The manufacturer’s discontinued-products information confirms that XS1600NE is an older/discontinued model, making correct identification important when sourcing replacement equipment.
🔌 Electrical Application
This breaker can be used in high-current distribution systems where circuit protection and isolation are required. Depending on the exact configuration, accessories may include auxiliary contacts, shunt-trip equipment, undervoltage releases, or motor-operated mechanisms.
For replacement applications, verify the complete nameplate information, pole configuration, rated current, voltage rating, trip-unit configuration, accessory modules, terminal arrangement, and mounting dimensions before commissioning.
🛠️ Installation & Inspection
Before installation, inspect the breaker housing, terminals, operating mechanism, trip mechanism, and accessory wiring. Confirm that the system voltage and available fault current are compatible with the breaker rating.
For an existing installation, compare the complete XS1600NE identification with the original breaker rather than relying only on the model number. This is particularly important because accessory and operating-mechanism configurations can differ between individual units.
❓ Common Questions & Answers
Q1: What is the Terasaki XS1600NE?
A: It is a high-current Terasaki TemBreak circuit breaker designed for electrical distribution and circuit protection.
Q2: What is the maximum current rating?
A: The XS1600NE is rated up to 1600 A.
Q3: How many poles does it have?
A: The referenced unit is a 3-pole circuit breaker.
Q4: What frequency does it support?
A: The referenced specification is 50/60 Hz.
Q5: What is the insulation voltage?
A: The available XS1600NE specification identifies an insulation voltage of AC 690 V.
Q6: Where is the XS1600NE manufactured?
A: The referenced product information identifies Japan as the country of origin.
Q7: Is XS1600NE still a current Terasaki model?
A: Terasaki’s discontinued-products information lists XS1600NE among discontinued breaker models.
Q8: Can it be used as a replacement for another 1600 A breaker?
A: Not automatically. The pole configuration, trip characteristics, voltage rating, dimensions, terminals, accessories, and interrupting capability must all be matched.
Q9: Does XS1600NE support a motor operator?
A: Certain XS1600NE configurations were available with motor-operated mechanisms. The exact accessory configuration should be confirmed from the nameplate and breaker assembly.
Q10: What should be checked before purchase?
A: Check the model, rated current, pole count, voltage, frequency, trip-unit configuration, accessory modules, terminal arrangement, physical dimensions, and overall condition.
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