High-speed Protistor® fuse delivering rapid response and reliable semiconductor protection at 2000A up to 1000VAC with striker flush ends and metric threads.
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Why Choose the Mersen P300738 Protistor® High-Speed Fuse?
The Mersen P300738 is a heavy-duty Protistor® Size 2×73 high-speed semiconductor fuse engineered to provide exceptional protection for high-power semiconductor equipment operating in demanding industrial environments. Designed for critical power conversion applications, it protects diodes, thyristors, GTOs and IGBT devices against damaging short-circuit faults while helping maximise equipment uptime and reliability.
Manufactured as part of the Mersen Protistor® 2×73 series, the P300738 features a square ceramic body with TTF threaded terminals and ultra-fast aR operating characteristics. Precision silver fuse elements embedded in solidified sand provide low let-through energy, excellent current limitation and high interrupting performance for demanding power-electronic installations.
Rated at 2000 A with a 1000 V AC IEC voltage rating, the P300738 is ideally suited to high-power converters, renewable energy systems, industrial drives, UPS installations and heavy-duty power distribution equipment requiring dependable semiconductor protection.
Key Advantages
Ultra-fast aR semiconductor protection fuse.
2000 A current rating for very high-power applications.
1000 V AC IEC operating voltage.
Protects diodes, thyristors, GTOs and IGBT devices.
120 kA AC breaking capacity.
Designed for demanding industrial power-conversion equipment.
Key Features
Mersen Protistor® Size 2×73 series.
Catalogue number: PC273UD10C20CTF.
2000 A rated current.
1000 V AC IEC rated voltage.
aR ultra-fast semiconductor protection characteristic.
TTF threaded terminal configuration.
Square ceramic body construction.
Silver-plated contacts for reliable electrical performance.
Technical Specifications
Manufacturer: Mersen
Series: Protistor® Size 2×73
Catalogue number: PC273UD10C20CTF
Part number: P300738
Product type: High-speed semiconductor fuse
Current rating: 2000 A
Rated voltage (IEC): 1000 V AC
Fuse characteristic: aR ultra-fast acting
Breaking capacity: 120 kA AC
Terminal type: TTF threaded terminals
Pre-arcing I²t: 1480 kA²s
Clearing I²t: 8500 kA²s
Power dissipation: 319 W
Weight: Approx. 2.53 kg
Package quantity: 1
Reliable Protection for High-Power Electronics
The Mersen P300738 has been specifically developed for modern high-power semiconductor systems where rapid fault interruption is essential. Its advanced fuse technology provides excellent current limitation, helping minimise thermal stress and reduce the risk of costly damage to valuable semiconductor assemblies.
Its combination of a 2000 A current rating, high interrupting capacity and ultra-fast response makes it suitable for demanding industrial power conversion systems where reliable semiconductor protection is critical to operational continuity.
Typical Applications
High-power variable speed drives.
Industrial power converters.
Renewable energy inverter systems.
Large UPS installations.
Traction and heavy industrial equipment.
High-current power distribution systems.
Technical Specifications
Item number
P300738
Catalogue No
PC273UD10C20CTF
Description
Square Body High-Speed Fuse Protistor® 2x73 aR 1000VAC IEC 2000A With Striker Flush ends metric threads
EAN/UPC Code
3605340332834
Rated voltage AC IEC
1000 V
Ampere Rating
2000 A
RoHS Compliant
Yes
AC or DC
AC
Speed/Characteristic
aR
Fuse Size
2x73
Mounting
Bolted
Clearing I2t At Rated Voltage
8500 kA²s
Melting I2t
1480 kA²s
AC Max I.R./Breaking Capacity
I1: 120 kA
Indication System
Yes
Indication System Type
Striker
Connection/Terminal Material
Silver-Plated Brass
Connection/Terminal Type
Flush ends
Product Width
167 mm
Product Length
91 mm
Product Height
78.5 mm
Sell Pack Quantity
1 EA
Sell Pack Weight
2.53 kg
Sell Pack Width
90 mm
Sell Pack Length
205 mm
Sell Pack Height
95 mm
Product group
Semiconductor Protection Fuses
Body/Insulating Material
Ceramic
Product Weight
2.53 kg
Power Dissipation at Rated Current Value
319 W
HS Code
85361090
Country of Manufacture
France
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Mersen P300738 used for?
The P300738 is an ultra-fast semiconductor fuse designed to protect high-power semiconductor devices such as diodes, thyristors, GTOs and IGBTs from damaging short-circuit faults.
What is the current rating of the P300738?
The Mersen P300738 has a continuous current rating of 2000 A.
What voltage is the P300738 rated for?
The fuse is rated at 1000 V AC (IEC).
What type of terminals does the P300738 use?
The fuse is supplied with TTF threaded terminals for secure installation in high-current industrial applications.
Which applications commonly use this fuse?
The P300738 is commonly installed in high-power drives, converters, renewable energy equipment, UPS systems and other heavy-duty semiconductor power conversion equipment.
Trusted by Power Electronics Professionals Worldwide
Mersen Protistor® semiconductor fuses are trusted worldwide by OEMs, electrical engineers and industrial maintenance teams to provide dependable protection for high-value power electronic equipment.
Item number
P300738
Catalogue No
PC273UD10C20CTF
Description
Square Body High-Speed Fuse Protistor® 2x73 aR 1000VAC IEC 2000A With Striker Flush ends metric threads
EAN/UPC Code
3605340332834
Rated voltage AC IEC
1000 V
Ampere Rating
2000 A
RoHS Compliant
Yes
AC or DC
AC
Speed/Characteristic
aR
Fuse Size
2x73
Mounting
Bolted
Clearing I2t At Rated Voltage
8500 kA²s
Melting I2t
1480 kA²s
AC Max I.R./Breaking Capacity
I1: 120 kA
Indication System
Yes
Indication System Type
Striker
Connection/Terminal Material
Silver-Plated Brass
Connection/Terminal Type
Flush ends
Product Width
167 mm
Product Length
91 mm
Product Height
78.5 mm
Sell Pack Quantity
1 EA
Sell Pack Weight
2.53 kg
Sell Pack Width
90 mm
Sell Pack Length
205 mm
Sell Pack Height
95 mm
Product group
Semiconductor Protection Fuses
Body/Insulating Material
Ceramic
Product Weight
2.53 kg
Power Dissipation at Rated Current Value
319 W
HS Code
85361090
Country of Manufacture
France
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