Why Choose the Mersen FR10GC15C1.6 High-Speed DC Fuse Link?
The Mersen FR10GC15C1.6, manufacturer reference B093427, is a high-speed cylindrical DC fuse link designed to provide reliable protection for sensitive semiconductor devices and power electronic equipment. Rated at 1.6 A and 1500 V DC, it is engineered for demanding direct-current applications where rapid fault interruption is essential.
Manufactured by Mersen (formerly Ferraz Shawmut), the FR10GC15C1.6 features a compact 10 × 85 mm cylindrical format with a gLC operating characteristic. Its current-limiting design helps reduce the energy released during electrical faults, protecting inverters, converters, battery storage systems and other sensitive DC equipment.
Designed for renewable energy, industrial automation and DC power conversion applications, the FR10GC15C1.6 combines a robust ceramic body with ferrule contacts to deliver dependable long-term protection in demanding industrial environments.
Key Advantages
- High-speed protection for sensitive DC power electronics.
- 1.6 A rated current for precision circuit protection.
- 1500 V DC voltage rating for high-voltage DC systems.
- Compact 10 × 85 mm cylindrical construction.
- gLC operating characteristic for semiconductor protection.
- Current-limiting performance reduces equipment damage during faults.
- Manufactured by Mersen, a recognised leader in electrical protection.
Key Features
- Mersen high-speed DC fuse link.
- Manufacturer part number: B093427.
- Product reference: FR10GC15C1.6.
- 1.6 A nominal current rating.
- 1500 V DC nominal voltage rating.
- 10 × 85 mm cylindrical fuse dimensions.
- gLC operating characteristic.
- Ceramic body with ferrule contacts.
- Suitable for compatible cylindrical fuse holders.
- Factory pack quantity of 10.
Reliable Protection for High-Voltage DC Equipment
High-voltage DC circuits require specialist protection capable of interrupting fault currents rapidly and safely. The Mersen FR10GC15C1.6 is designed specifically for these demanding applications, helping to protect semiconductor devices and power electronic assemblies from excessive thermal and electrical stress.
Its combination of a 1500 V DC voltage rating, 1.6 A current rating and high-speed operating characteristic makes it suitable for photovoltaic installations, battery energy storage systems, industrial DC power supplies and inverter equipment. Replacement fuses should always match the original specification for voltage, current, dimensions and breaking capacity.
Typical Applications
- Solar photovoltaic systems.
- Battery energy storage systems.
- Industrial DC power supplies.
- Power converters and inverters.
- Semiconductor protection.
- Industrial automation equipment.
- OEM power electronic assemblies.
