Why Choose the Mersen C095498 Semiconductor Miniature Fuse?
The Mersen C095498, catalogue number MI5SA40V3.15, is a compact 5 × 20 mm semiconductor miniature fuse designed to protect sensitive electronic components and electrical equipment against damaging overcurrents. As part of Mersen's SA 400 V miniature fuse series, it combines dependable fault protection with a medium time-lag operating characteristic.
With a rated current of 3.15 A and a rated voltage of 400 V AC, the C095498 can withstand brief inrush or transient currents while responding reliably to sustained overloads and short circuits. This controlled response makes it suitable for electronic equipment that experiences temporary current surges during normal start-up or operation.
The fuse uses a standard 5 × 20 mm clip-mounted format, allowing straightforward installation into compatible miniature fuse holders. Its compact construction, very high breaking capacity and reliable performance make it suitable for industrial controls, power supplies, instrumentation and OEM electronic assemblies.
Key Advantages
- Reliable 5 × 20 mm semiconductor miniature fuse.
- 3.15 A current rating for electronic and control circuits.
- 400 V AC rated voltage for demanding applications.
- Medium time-lag SA characteristic accommodates short-duration current surges.
- Very high breaking capacity supports dependable fault protection.
- Clip mounting enables convenient installation and replacement.
Key Features
- Mersen SA 400 V miniature fuse series.
- Catalogue number: MI5SA40V3.15.
- 3.15 A rated current.
- 400 V AC rated voltage.
- Medium time-lag SA operating characteristic.
- Compact 5 × 20 mm miniature fuse format.
- Clip-mounted construction.
- Designed for sensitive electronic component protection.
Reliable Protection for Sensitive Electronic Equipment
Electronic and semiconductor components can be damaged by sustained overloads and short-circuit currents. The Mersen C095498 provides dependable overcurrent protection while its medium time-lag response allows brief, non-damaging inrush currents to pass without unnecessary fuse operation.
Its compact 5 × 20 mm construction makes it suitable for installation in space-limited control equipment, power supplies and electronic assemblies. The clip-mounted design also enables convenient inspection and replacement during routine servicing.
Typical Applications
- Semiconductor protection circuits.
- Industrial power supplies.
- Electronic control equipment.
- Automation and monitoring systems.
- Instrumentation and measuring equipment.
- Circuits with inrush or transient current conditions.
- OEM electronic assemblies.
