Why Choose the Mersen Q097994 MI5FA40V0.08 High Speed Miniature Fuse?
The Mersen Q097994, catalogue reference MI5FA40V0.08, is a compact high speed semiconductor miniature fuse designed to protect sensitive electronic components, semiconductor devices and industrial control equipment from damaging overcurrents and short circuits. It forms part of Mersen's proven MI5 FA 400 V miniature fuse range.
Rated at 0.08 A and 400 V AC, the Q097994 features a very fast-acting FA operating characteristic. Its rapid response helps minimise the thermal and electrical energy transferred to semiconductor components during fault conditions, reducing the risk of costly equipment damage and improving system reliability.
The fuse uses a compact 5 × 20 mm ceramic cartridge format designed for installation in compatible clip-mounted fuse holders. Its high breaking capacity, low current rating and compact dimensions make it suitable for industrial electronics, instrumentation, automation equipment and semiconductor power circuits.
Key Advantages
- Very fast-acting semiconductor protection fuse.
- 0.08 A current rating for precision low-current applications.
- 400 V AC voltage rating suitable for industrial electronic systems.
- FA characteristic provides rapid interruption of fault currents.
- High breaking capacity helps protect valuable electronic equipment.
- Compact 5 × 20 mm design for space-saving installations.
Key Features
- Mersen MI5 FA 400 V miniature fuse series.
- Catalogue reference: MI5FA40V0.08.
- Manufacturer part number: Q097994.
- Rated current: 0.08 A.
- Rated voltage: 400 V AC.
- Very fast-acting FA operating characteristic.
- 5 × 20 mm ceramic cartridge construction.
- Clip mounting installation.
- High breaking capacity.
- RoHS-compliant construction.
Rapid Protection for Sensitive Electronic Components
High speed semiconductor fuses are specifically engineered to interrupt fault currents before excessive thermal and electrical energy can damage sensitive semiconductor devices. Their rapid response improves equipment reliability while helping minimise maintenance costs and downtime.
The Mersen Q097994 combines a very fast FA operating characteristic with a compact 5 × 20 mm cartridge design, making it suitable for industrial automation, electronic power supplies, instrumentation and semiconductor protection applications.
Typical Applications
- Semiconductor protection circuits.
- Electronic power supplies.
- Industrial control equipment.
- Automation systems.
- Instrumentation and monitoring equipment.
- Power-electronic assemblies.
- Measuring and test equipment.
- OEM electronic machinery.
