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Why 3AH4 arc furnace breakers?

The Siemens 3AH4 arc furnace breaker portfolio is purpose-built for the relentless demands of steel production – where furnaces routinely perform more than 100 switching cycles a day and require both high switching frequency and heavy power capacity.

Optimized for small and mid-size furnaces up to 200 MVA, and adaptable through parallel configurations for larger installations, the 3AH4 delivers endurance and peace of mind where it matters most.

  • up to 40.5 kV
  • up to 40 kA
  • up to 4000 A
  • up to 120,000 operations
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Key benefits

Extended durability

Up to 120,000 switching operations with simple servicing.

Predictable maintenance

Clear service intervals reduce surprises and simplify planning.

Scalable reliability

Modular and parallel designs scale to higher ratings while preserving dependable performance.

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