Why Choose the Mersen X097540 BS17US25V16P Semiconductor Fuse?
The Mersen X097540, catalogue number BS17US25V16P, is a Protistor® BS88-4 high-speed semiconductor fuse-link specifically engineered to protect sensitive power semiconductor devices against damaging short-circuit currents. Featuring an ultra-fast aR operating characteristic, it delivers rapid fault clearance for IGBTs, thyristors, diodes and rectifier modules used in industrial power electronic equipment.
Rated at 16 A, the fuse provides 250 V AC IEC, 250 V AC UL and 300 V DC UL ratings. The compact 17 × 27 mm BS88-4 format incorporates an integrated striker indicator, allowing rapid identification of a blown fuse and optional remote signalling when used with a compatible microswitch.
Manufactured using Mersen's proven Protistor® technology, the BS17US25V16P offers excellent current limitation, very low let-through energy and an exceptionally high 250 kA breaking capacity, helping to minimise damage to expensive semiconductor components while improving equipment reliability.
Key Advantages
- Ultra-fast aR semiconductor protection.
- 16 A current rating.
- 250 V AC IEC / UL and 300 V DC UL ratings.
- Integrated striker indicator for local or remote fuse monitoring.
- 250 kA breaking capacity.
- Low I²t reduces stress on semiconductor devices.
- Compact BS88-4 17 × 27 mm construction.
- Suitable for demanding industrial power electronic applications.
Key Features
- Manufacturer: Mersen
- Series: Protistor® BS88-4
- Manufacturer SKU: X097540
- Catalogue number: BS17US25V16P
- Designation: 2.5 URGS 17P16
- Fuse class: aR
- 17 × 27 mm BS88-4 body.
- Integrated striker indicator.
- Bolted copper L-bracket terminals.
- UL Recognised and IEC compliant.
The Mersen X097540 is engineered to interrupt high prospective fault currents before they can damage valuable semiconductor devices. Its ultra-fast aR characteristic limits thermal and electrical stress, helping maximise equipment reliability while reducing maintenance requirements.
As an aR semiconductor fuse, the BS17US25V16P is intended primarily for short-circuit protection and should be used alongside appropriate overload protection where required by the equipment manufacturer and applicable electrical standards.
Typical Applications
- Variable frequency drives (VFDs).
- Industrial motor drives.
- Power converters.
- UPS systems.
- Rectifiers.
- Industrial automation equipment.
- Renewable energy inverters.
- Semiconductor protection circuits.
