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.
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.
Trusted for Industrial Power Protection
Mersen high-speed fuses are widely used by equipment manufacturers, panel builders and maintenance engineers to provide dependable protection for critical power electronic systems.
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
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