Why Choose the Mersen T302168 Semiconductor Fuse?
The Mersen T302168 is a high-speed aR semiconductor protection fuse designed to provide exceptional short-circuit protection for modern power semiconductor devices. Part of Mersen's renowned Protistor® range, this square body fuse is rated at 450 A, 690 VAC (IEC) and 700 VAC (UL), featuring a Size 33 body with DIN 80 blade terminals and an integrated striker for indication or microswitch operation. It is specifically engineered to protect IGBTs, thyristors, SCRs and diode modules used in demanding power conversion equipment.
Protistor® semiconductor fuses are manufactured using precision die-cut fuse elements embedded within solidified silica sand to deliver extremely low let-through energy (I²t), rapid fault interruption and high breaking capacity. Silver-plated contacts and non-magnetic hardware further enhance reliability in demanding industrial environments.
The Mersen T302168 is ideal for OEM equipment, industrial maintenance and replacement applications where this exact manufacturer reference has been specified. Always verify the electrical ratings and mounting arrangement before installation.
Key Advantages
- Genuine Mersen Protistor® semiconductor protection fuse.
- Ultra-fast aR operating characteristic.
- Rated 450 A.
- Rated 690 VAC IEC / 700 VAC UL.
- High interrupting capacity of 200 kA.
- Integrated striker for remote indication or microswitch operation.
Key Features
- Manufacturer: Mersen
- Part number: T302168
- Catalogue number: PC33UD69V450A.
- Protistor® Size 33 square body construction.
- aR semiconductor protection characteristic.
- DIN 80 blade terminals.
- Silver-plated contact surfaces.
- Integrated striker (trip indicator).
- Designed for semiconductor device protection.
- RoHS compliant.
Designed for Modern Power Electronics
Power electronic equipment requires extremely rapid fault interruption to prevent catastrophic semiconductor damage. The Mersen T302168 has been engineered to minimise let-through energy while providing dependable protection for sensitive semiconductor devices operating in industrial power conversion systems.
Typical applications include variable speed drives, industrial inverters, UPS systems, DC drives, rectifiers, renewable energy converters, battery storage systems and other equipment incorporating high-power semiconductor devices.
Typical Applications
- Variable speed drives (VSDs).
- Industrial inverters.
- UPS systems.
- Power converters.
- Rectifiers.
- Soft starters.
- Renewable energy power conversion equipment.
- OEM industrial machinery.