Why Choose the Mersen FR10AM50V0.16 Cylindrical Fuse Link?
The Mersen FR10AM50V0.16 is a precision-engineered 10 × 38 mm aM cylindrical fuse link designed to provide dependable short-circuit protection for motor circuits, switchgear and industrial electrical equipment. As part of the trusted Mersen FR10 aM ferrule fuse series, it is specifically intended for protecting motors and other inductive loads where high starting currents occur.
Its aM operating characteristic allows normal motor starting currents to pass without nuisance operation while rapidly interrupting dangerous short-circuit faults. As an aM fuse provides partial-range protection, it should be used alongside a suitably selected overload relay or motor protection device to provide complete circuit protection.
With a 0.16 A rated current, 500 V AC IEC rating and a high 120 kA breaking capacity, the FR10AM50V0.16 is ideal for specialised motor control, auxiliary circuits and industrial automation systems requiring compact, high-performance protection.
Key Advantages
- Purpose-designed aM fuse link for motor circuit protection.
- 0.16 A rated current for low-current industrial applications.
- 500 V AC IEC rating.
- 120 kA breaking capacity for dependable fault interruption.
- Allows normal motor starting and inductive inrush currents.
- Ceramic construction with silver-plated contacts for long service life.
Key Features
- Mersen FR10 aM ferrule fuse series.
- 10 × 38 mm cylindrical fuse link.
- 0.16 A rated current.
- 500 V AC rated voltage.
- aM partial-range motor protection characteristic.
- High current-limiting performance.
- Ceramic body with silver-plated contacts.
- Designed for compatible 10 × 38 mm fuse holders.
Reliable Short-Circuit Protection for Motor Circuits
The Mersen FR10AM50V0.16 provides rapid protection against high fault currents while tolerating the temporary inrush currents associated with motor starting and other inductive loads. Its current-limiting characteristics help reduce thermal and mechanical stress on electrical equipment during fault conditions.
Designed for use within coordinated motor protection systems, this fuse should be installed with a suitable overload relay to provide comprehensive protection against both overload and short-circuit conditions. It is suitable for industrial control panels, automation equipment and specialised low-current motor applications.
Typical Applications
- Motor starter circuits.
- Industrial automation equipment.
- Control panels.
- Auxiliary motor protection circuits.
- OEM machinery.
- Industrial switchgear.
