Description   
2.8 Communication and system connection 
  3WA1 air circuit breaker 
140  Equipment Manual, 02/2023, 92310000002-06 
Note 
Compatibility with legacy product
 
The CubicleBUS² applied in the 3WA circuit breaker is an enhanced development of the 
CubicleBUS system applied in the 3WL circuit breaker. They are not compatible with 
each other.
 
See also 
Position signaling switch module for guide frame (Page 274) 
2.8.1.2  Technical specifications 
 
 
Required connection cable 
Shielded and grounded at one end for EMC interference 
0.2 … 1.5 mm
2
 / 24 …16 AWG 
with insulated conductor 
0.2 … 1.5 mm
2
 / 24 …16 AWG 
Up to 9 m outside the circuit breaker 
on the last device 
Serial bus without spur lines 
2.8.1.3  Selecting the power supply 
When selecting the power supply, observe the following notes: 
The type and number of modules determine the continuous current. The power supply 
must be able to supply the starting current of all connected modules for a duration of 
100 ms. 
The power supply must meet the following requirements: 
- DC power supply unit IEC 61558 SELV/PELV  
- Rated supply voltage U
s
 24 V DC 
- Operating range U
s
 ±20%