SKU: Z300494Alt SKU: PC72UD13C315TFMPN: Z300494
MERSEN FUSE 12,5 URD 72 TTF 0315 12,5URD72TTF0315

MERSEN FUSE 12,5 URD 72 TTF 0315 12,5URD72TTF0315

The PC72UD13C315TF high-speed fuse offers reliable circuit protection for demanding applications, supporting 1250VAC (IEC) and 1300VAC (UL) systems with a robust 315A rating. Designed with a square body and flush striker ends, it ensures safe and efficient interruption of high fault currents while streamlining installation in metric-threaded assemblies.

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Why Choose the Mersen Z300494 High-Speed Semiconductor Fuse?

The Mersen Z300494 is an industrial high-speed semiconductor fuse designed to protect sensitive power electronic equipment against damaging short-circuit currents. It is intended for applications that require rapid fault interruption and effective current limitation to help safeguard valuable semiconductor components.

The Z300494 helps restrict the thermal and mechanical energy transferred to power electronics during an electrical fault. Its high-speed operating characteristics make it suitable for coordinated protection in equipment incorporating IGBTs, thyristors, diodes, rectifiers and other semiconductor switching devices.

Engineered for demanding industrial environments, the Mersen Z300494 may be used in compatible fuse assemblies within drives, converters, inverters, uninterruptible power supplies and automation equipment. The exact current rating, voltage rating, breaking capacity, dimensions and terminal configuration should be verified against the fuse markings or current Mersen technical documentation before installation.

Key Advantages

  • High-speed protection for sensitive industrial power electronics.
  • Rapid short-circuit interruption helps minimise semiconductor damage.
  • Current-limiting performance helps reduce damaging let-through energy.
  • Suitable for coordinated protection in power conversion equipment.
  • Robust construction for demanding industrial applications.
  • Helps reduce repair costs and unplanned equipment downtime.

Key Features

  • Genuine Mersen fuse reference Z300494.
  • High-speed response during short-circuit conditions.
  • Designed for power semiconductor protection applications.
  • Effective current limitation to reduce thermal and mechanical stress.
  • Suitable for industrial power conversion and control equipment.
  • Compatible with correctly specified industrial fuse assemblies.
  • Suitable for OEM, maintenance and replacement requirements.
  • Engineered for reliable performance in critical electrical systems.

Technical Specifications

  • Manufacturer: Mersen
  • Manufacturer reference: Z300494
  • Product type: High-speed semiconductor fuse
  • Primary application: Power semiconductor protection
  • Operating characteristic: High-speed / ultra-fast
  • Typical protected equipment: IGBTs, thyristors, diodes and rectifier assemblies
  • Typical installation: Compatible industrial fuse assembly
  • Typical environment: Power conversion and electrical control equipment
  • Rated current: Confirm from the fuse marking or official Mersen technical data
  • Rated voltage: Confirm from the fuse marking or official Mersen technical data
  • Breaking capacity: Confirm from official Mersen technical data
  • Utilisation category: Confirm from official Mersen technical data
  • Dimensions: Confirm against the original fuse or official dimensional drawing
  • Terminal configuration: Confirm against the original fuse assembly
  • Replacement requirement: Match the complete reference, electrical ratings and physical format

Reliable Protection for Power Electronics

High-speed semiconductor fuses operate more rapidly than conventional general-purpose fuses. Their fast response helps restrict the amount of fault energy reaching sensitive electronic components, where even a brief short circuit can permanently damage semiconductor junctions and associated circuitry.

Correct fuse selection is essential for coordinated circuit protection. Matching the complete Mersen reference, rated current, rated voltage, utilisation category, dimensions and terminal configuration helps maintain the intended safety, reliability and performance of the equipment.

Typical Applications

  • Variable frequency drives and industrial motor drives.
  • Power converters and rectifier systems.
  • Industrial inverters and switching equipment.
  • Uninterruptible power supplies and backup power systems.
  • Renewable energy power conversion equipment.
  • Industrial automation and electrical control panels.

Technical Specifications

Item number Z300494
Catalogue No PC72UD13C315TF
Description Square Body High-Speed Fuse Protistor® Size 72 aR 1250VAC IEC 1300VAC UL 315A With Striker Flush ends metric threads
EAN/UPC Code 3605340329254
Rated voltage AC UL 1300 V
Rated voltage AC IEC 1250 V
Ampere Rating 315 A
AC or DC AC
Speed/Characteristic aR
Fuse Size 72
Mounting Bolted
Clearing I2t At Rated Voltage 125 kA²s
Melting I2t 15.1 kA²s
AC Max I.R./Breaking Capacity I1: 126 kA
Indication System Yes
Indication System Type Striker
Connection/Terminal Material Silver-Plated Brass
Connection/Terminal Type Flush ends
Product Width 59 mm
Product Length 74 mm
Product Height 63 mm
Sell Pack Quantity 1 EA
Sell Pack Weight 0.8 kg
Sell Pack Width 110 mm
Sell Pack Length 130 mm
Sell Pack Height 80 mm
Product group Semiconductor Protection Fuses
Body/Insulating Material Ceramic
Product Weight 0.8 kg
Power Dissipation at Rated Current Value 76 W
HS Code 85351000

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Mersen Z300494 used for?

The Mersen Z300494 is a high-speed fuse intended to protect sensitive power electronic equipment against damaging short-circuit currents.

Which components can the Z300494 help protect?

Depending on the circuit design and protection coordination, high-speed fuses of this type may be used with equipment containing IGBTs, thyristors, diodes and rectifier assemblies.

Where is the Mersen Z300494 typically installed?

It may be installed in a compatible fuse assembly within industrial drives, converters, inverters, UPS equipment and other semiconductor-based power systems.

Can a general-purpose fuse replace the Mersen Z300494?

No. A replacement must match the required high-speed operating characteristic, current and voltage ratings, breaking capacity, dimensions and terminal arrangement.

How should compatibility be confirmed?

Check the complete Mersen reference and compare the fuse markings, equipment documentation and official Mersen technical data before installation.

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