High-speed Protistor® fuse with aR characteristic for semiconductor protection, rated 315A at 1250VAC IEC and 1300VAC UL, featuring open slot blades and integrated striker indication.
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Why Choose the Mersen V300628 High-Speed Semiconductor Fuse?
The Mersen V300628 is a premium Protistor® square body high-speed semiconductor fuse engineered to provide exceptional protection for sensitive power electronic devices operating in demanding industrial applications. Designed with an ultra-fast aR operating characteristic, it rapidly clears short circuits to help protect IGBTs, thyristors, diodes and other semiconductor components from costly damage.
As part of the proven Mersen Protistor® Size 73 series, the V300628 combines high breaking capacity with low let-through energy (I²t), making it an excellent choice for modern power conversion equipment. Its robust square body construction, silver-plated contacts and integrated striker indicator provide dependable operation and simplified maintenance.
With a rated current of 315 A and a 1250 V AC IEC / 1300 V AC UL voltage rating, the V300628 is ideally suited to industrial drives, renewable energy systems, UPS equipment, power converters and traction applications where reliable semiconductor protection is essential.
Key Advantages
Ultra-fast aR semiconductor fuse for protecting sensitive power electronics.
315 A current rating for demanding industrial applications.
1250 V AC IEC / 1300 V AC UL voltage rating.
Designed for protecting IGBTs, thyristors, diodes and similar semiconductor devices.
Low I²t performance reduces thermal stress during fault conditions.
Integrated striker indicator for simplified maintenance and monitoring.
Key Features
Mersen Protistor® Size 73 semiconductor fuse.
315 A rated current.
1250 V AC IEC / 1300 V AC UL voltage rating.
aR ultra-fast operating characteristic.
Square body construction.
Open slot blade terminals.
Integrated striker indicator.
Silver-plated contact surfaces for dependable electrical performance.
Technical Specifications
Manufacturer: Mersen
Series: Protistor® Size 73 aR
Model: V300628
Catalogue number: PC73UD13C315EF
Product type: High-speed semiconductor fuse
Fuse characteristic: aR ultra-fast acting
Current rating: 315 A
Voltage rating (IEC): 1250 V AC
Voltage rating (UL): 1300 V AC
Body style: Square body Size 73
Termination: Open slot blade terminals
Indicator: Striker
Rated breaking capacity: 126 kA AC
Approximate weight: 1.11 kg
RoHS compliant: Yes
Reliable Protection for High-Power Electronics
High-speed semiconductor fuses are specifically designed to interrupt fault currents before they can damage expensive semiconductor devices. Their extremely fast operation limits thermal and electrical stress, helping extend the service life of converters, drives and other critical industrial equipment.
The Mersen Protistor® Size 73 range is widely specified by OEMs and industrial engineers for high-voltage power conversion systems where dependable semiconductor protection and high interrupting performance are required.
Typical Applications
Variable frequency drives (VFDs).
Industrial power converters.
Renewable energy inverters.
UPS systems.
Motor control equipment.
Traction and rail power systems.
Industrial automation equipment.
Technical Specifications
Item number
V300628
Catalogue No
PC73UD13C315EF
Description
Square Body High-Speed Fuse Protistor® Size 73 aR 1250VAC IEC 1300VAC UL 315A With Striker Open Slot Blades
EAN/UPC Code
3605340331233
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
73
Mounting
Bolted
Clearing I2t At Rated Voltage
95 kA²s
Melting I2t
12 kA²s
AC Max I.R./Breaking Capacity
I1: 126 kA
Indication System
Yes
Indication System Type
Striker
Connection/Terminal Material
Silver-Plated Copper
Connection/Terminal Type
Open Slot Blades
Product Width
73 mm
Product Length
149.4 mm
Product Height
78.5 mm
Sell Pack Quantity
1 EA
Sell Pack Weight
1.11 kg
Sell Pack Width
110 mm
Sell Pack Length
180 mm
Sell Pack Height
80 mm
Product group
Semiconductor Protection Fuses
Body/Insulating Material
Ceramic
Product Weight
1.11 kg
Power Dissipation at Rated Current Value
84 W
HS Code
85351000
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Mersen V300628 used for?
The V300628 is designed to protect semiconductor devices such as IGBTs, thyristors and diodes against damaging short-circuit currents in industrial power electronic equipment.
What is the current rating of this fuse?
The Mersen V300628 has a 315 A current rating.
What voltage is the fuse rated for?
The fuse is rated for 1250 V AC (IEC) and 1300 V AC (UL).
What does the aR operating characteristic mean?
The aR characteristic provides ultra-fast short-circuit protection specifically for semiconductor devices while allowing normal operating conditions.
Where is the V300628 commonly installed?
The fuse is commonly installed in industrial drives, converters, UPS systems, renewable energy equipment and other semiconductor-based power conversion systems.
Trusted for Industrial Semiconductor Protection
Mersen Protistor® semiconductor fuses are trusted worldwide by OEMs and industrial engineers for delivering reliable protection of critical semiconductor devices in demanding industrial power systems.
Item number
V300628
Catalogue No
PC73UD13C315EF
Description
Square Body High-Speed Fuse Protistor® Size 73 aR 1250VAC IEC 1300VAC UL 315A With Striker Open Slot Blades
EAN/UPC Code
3605340331233
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
73
Mounting
Bolted
Clearing I2t At Rated Voltage
95 kA²s
Melting I2t
12 kA²s
AC Max I.R./Breaking Capacity
I1: 126 kA
Indication System
Yes
Indication System Type
Striker
Connection/Terminal Material
Silver-Plated Copper
Connection/Terminal Type
Open Slot Blades
Product Width
73 mm
Product Length
149.4 mm
Product Height
78.5 mm
Sell Pack Quantity
1 EA
Sell Pack Weight
1.11 kg
Sell Pack Width
110 mm
Sell Pack Length
180 mm
Sell Pack Height
80 mm
Product group
Semiconductor Protection Fuses
Body/Insulating Material
Ceramic
Product Weight
1.11 kg
Power Dissipation at Rated Current Value
84 W
HS Code
85351000
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