Why Choose the Mersen K1005546 High Voltage DIN Back-up Fuse?
The Mersen K1005546 is a premium DIN high voltage back-up fuse engineered to provide reliable short-circuit protection for medium voltage transformers operating within electrical distribution systems. Part of the trusted Mersen Limitor®-PD series, this fuse-link is designed for dependable performance in substations, industrial switchgear and utility power networks.
Manufactured in accordance with IEC 60282-1 and VDE 0670 T402, the K1005546 delivers excellent current-limiting performance whilst helping to minimise thermal and mechanical stress on transformers during fault conditions. Premium construction using pure silver fuse elements, silver-plated copper end caps and a ceramic body ensures dependable operation and long service life.
With a rated voltage of 36 kV AC, a 80 A current rating and an integrated 80 N thermal striker, the Mersen K1005546 is ideally suited for transformer protection in demanding medium voltage applications requiring high reliability and fast fault interruption.
Key Advantages
- Designed specifically for medium voltage transformer protection.
- 36 kV AC rated voltage for high voltage distribution systems.
- 80 A rated current for compatible transformer installations.
- Integrated 80 N thermal striker for compatible switchgear mechanisms.
- Current-limiting design reduces fault energy and equipment damage.
- Manufactured to IEC 60282-1 and VDE 0670 T402 standards.
Key Features
- Mersen Limitor®-PD high voltage DIN back-up fuse.
- 36 kV AC rated voltage.
- 80 A rated current.
- 88 mm diameter × 537 mm length.
- Integrated 80 N thermal striker.
- Ceramic body with pure silver fuse elements.
- Designed for transformer protection.
- RoHS compliant construction.
High voltage back-up fuse-links rapidly interrupt prospective short-circuit currents before they can damage transformers and associated switchgear. Their current-limiting characteristics reduce thermal and mechanical stress, improving equipment reliability whilst helping to minimise maintenance requirements.
The Mersen Limitor®-PD range has been trusted worldwide by utilities and industrial engineers for dependable transformer protection in demanding medium voltage electrical installations.
Typical Applications
- Medium voltage transformer protection.
- Electrical substations.
- Medium voltage switchgear.
- Industrial power distribution.
- Utility electrical networks.
- OEM medium voltage equipment.
