Why Choose the Mersen V1000288 High Voltage DIN Back-up Fuse?
The Mersen V1000288 is a high-performance Limitor®-PTD high voltage DIN back-up fuse developed to protect transformers and associated medium voltage equipment against the thermal and dynamic effects of short-circuit currents. Also identified by catalogue number 45DB360V16PTD, it is designed for use with compatible air-insulated and gas-insulated switchgear.
Manufactured in accordance with IEC 60282-1 and VDE 0670 T402, the V1000288 combines reliable fault interruption with Controlled Power Dissipation technology. Its pure silver fuse elements, silver-plated copper terminals and durable ceramic body provide consistent electrical performance and long-term reliability in demanding utility and industrial installations.
With a rated voltage of 36 kV AC, a rated current of 16 A and an integrated 80 N thermal striker, the Mersen V1000288 is suited to transformer feeders, substations and high voltage switchgear assemblies requiring dependable short-circuit protection.
Key Advantages
- Designed specifically for high voltage transformer protection.
- 36 kV AC IEC rated voltage for demanding power distribution systems.
- 16 A rated current for compatible transformer circuits.
- Controlled Power Dissipation supports dependable long-term operation.
- Integrated 80 N thermal striker for indication and switchgear operation.
- 20 kA breaking capacity provides reliable short-circuit interruption.
Key Features
- Mersen Limitor®-PTD series.
- Catalogue number: 45DB360V16PTD.
- 36 kV AC IEC rated voltage.
- 16 A rated current.
- DIN high voltage back-up fuse construction.
- 80 N integrated thermal striker.
- Pure silver fuse elements with silver-plated copper terminals.
- Compliant with IEC 60282-1 and VDE 0670 T402.
High voltage back-up fuses limit and interrupt significant short-circuit currents before they can cause extensive thermal or mechanical damage to transformers, cables and switchgear. The Mersen V1000288 provides dependable fault protection for transformer circuits operating at voltages up to 36 kV AC.
Its integrated thermal striker provides fuse operation indication and can actuate compatible switchgear mechanisms following a fault. This supports coordinated isolation, faster fault identification and safer maintenance across high voltage power distribution installations.
Typical Applications
- High voltage distribution transformer protection.
- Air-insulated switchgear.
- Gas-insulated switchgear.
- Electrical distribution substations.
- Transformer feeders and protection panels.
- Industrial and utility high voltage power networks.
