Why Choose the Mersen C211510 RECTICUR DV Fuse Link?
The Mersen C211510, catalogue number DVGR50V160, is a high-speed 160 A gR semiconductor fuse link developed to protect sensitive power electronic components against damaging overloads and short-circuit currents. Part of the Mersen RECTICUR D range, it provides fast fault interruption in a robust screw-type DV fuse format.
Rated for operation at up to 500 V AC and 440 V DC, the C211510 is suitable for demanding industrial power-conversion equipment. Its gR full-range characteristic provides semiconductor protection across both overload and short-circuit conditions, helping limit the energy passed to diodes, thyristors, rectifiers and motor-drive power stages.
The fuse features a durable insulated body designed to withstand high mechanical and thermal stresses. Nickel-plated or silver-plated copper alloy contacts, low power dissipation and a coloured operating indicator support dependable performance, efficient maintenance and clear identification of fuse condition.
Key Advantages
- High-speed gR full-range semiconductor protection.
- 160 A rated current for high-power electronic circuits.
- Suitable for systems operating at up to 500 V AC or 440 V DC.
- 100 kA AC breaking capacity for high prospective fault currents.
- Low let-through energy helps protect sensitive semiconductor components.
- Robust DV screw-type construction for compatible industrial fuse systems.
Key Features
- Mersen RECTICUR D gR series.
- DVGR50V160 catalogue designation.
- 160 A rated current.
- 500 V AC and 440 V DC voltage ratings.
- gR full-range operating characteristic.
- 100 kA rated AC breaking capacity.
- Specially designed fuse element for rapid fault-current interruption.
- Coloured top indicator for clear operating-condition identification.
- Ageing-resistant insulated construction.
High-Speed Protection for Power Electronics
Power semiconductors can be damaged by excessive current within a very short period. The Mersen C211510 uses a specialised fuse-element design to interrupt faults rapidly and limit the thermal energy passed into protected components.
Its gR characteristic provides full-range protection for semiconductor equipment, covering both sustained overcurrents and high-energy short circuits. This makes the fuse suitable for industrial rectifiers, converters, inverters and variable-speed drive power stages.
Typical Applications
- AC and DC variable speed drives.
- Industrial rectifiers and power converters.
- Diode and thyristor protection.
- Inverters and power electronic systems.
- Industrial automation control panels.
- High-power semiconductor switching circuits.
