Why Choose the Mersen BTIA55V16 BS88 gG Fuse Link?
The Mersen BTIA55V16 is a compact and dependable British Standard BS88 gG fuse link designed to protect low-voltage electrical circuits against overload and short-circuit currents. Manufactured by Mersen, it provides effective current limitation to help safeguard cables, conductors, switchgear and connected equipment in industrial and commercial installations.
Its gG full-range operating characteristic enables the BTIA55V16 to interrupt both sustained overloads and high-level short circuits. The durable ceramic body and offset-tag terminal configuration provide secure installation within compatible fuse holders, switch disconnectors and electrical distribution assemblies.
With a rated current of 16 A, a rated voltage of 550 V AC and a 250 V DC rating, the Mersen BTIA55V16 is suitable for control panels, switchboards, machinery and general electrical distribution systems requiring reliable circuit protection in a compact BS88 format.
Key Advantages
- Dependable BS88 gG full-range circuit protection.
- 16 A rated current for industrial and commercial circuits.
- 550 V AC and 250 V DC voltage ratings.
- Protects cables and equipment against overload and short-circuit currents.
- Current-limiting operation helps reduce thermal and mechanical fault stress.
- Offset-tag construction supports secure installation and straightforward replacement.
Key Features
- Mersen offset-tag fuse-link range.
- 16 A nominal current rating.
- 550 V AC rated operating voltage.
- 250 V DC rated operating voltage.
- gG utilisation category for full-range protection.
- Designed to protect cables, conductors and electrical equipment.
- Robust ceramic fuse body for dependable industrial operation.
- Suitable for compatible fuse holders and switchgear assemblies.
Reliable Protection for Electrical Distribution Systems
The Mersen BTIA55V16 operates by interrupting excessive electrical current before it can cause serious damage to cables, switchgear or connected equipment. During an overload or short circuit, the internal fuse element disconnects the affected circuit and limits the amount of damaging fault energy allowed to pass.
Its gG operating characteristic provides protection across the complete current range, making the fuse suitable for panel builders, electrical contractors and maintenance engineers working with industrial machinery, control equipment and commercial power distribution systems.
Typical Applications
- Industrial control panels.
- Commercial electrical distribution boards.
- Low-voltage switchgear.
- Fuse switches and switch disconnectors.
- Industrial machinery and automation equipment.
- Cable, conductor and equipment protection.
