Why Choose the Mersen P081479 Medium Voltage Fuse?
The Mersen P081479, manufacturer reference 55GD55V63P, is a high-performance 63 A medium voltage cylindrical fuse-link designed to provide dependable protection for public lighting networks, utility infrastructure and specialist medium voltage distribution systems. Its current-limiting design rapidly interrupts fault currents, helping to reduce thermal and mechanical stress on switchgear, cables and connected equipment.
Manufactured by Mersen, this fuse features a robust 55 × 259 mm cylindrical body with an integrated striker (percussor), allowing operation of compatible switchgear or mechanical indication after fuse operation. Its rugged construction ensures dependable performance in demanding outdoor and industrial environments.
With a rated current of 63 A and a rated voltage of 5.5 kV AC, the P081479 is ideally suited to medium voltage public lighting circuits and infrastructure applications requiring reliable overcurrent and short-circuit protection.
Key Advantages
- Designed for medium voltage public lighting protection.
- 63 A rated current.
- 5.5 kV AC rated voltage.
- Current-limiting operation reduces damaging fault energy.
- 55 × 259 mm cylindrical construction.
- Integrated striker for compatible fuse systems.
Key Features
- Mersen medium voltage cylindrical fuse-link.
- Manufacturer reference: 55GD55V63P.
- Part number: P081479.
- Product designation: 559P CP GLD 55.259 63.
- 63 A nominal current rating.
- 5.5 kV AC rated voltage.
- 55 × 259 mm cylindrical body.
- Integrated striker mechanism.
Reliable Protection for Medium Voltage Networks
Medium voltage fuse-links are designed to interrupt high fault currents before they reach damaging levels. By limiting fault energy, the Mersen P081479 helps protect transformers, switchgear, distribution equipment and associated infrastructure while improving overall network reliability.
When correctly coordinated with the protected installation, the P081479 provides dependable fault clearance for public lighting systems, utility networks and specialist industrial power distribution applications. The integrated striker allows operation of compatible mechanisms or provides mechanical indication following fuse operation.
Typical Applications
- Public and municipal lighting networks.
- Medium voltage distribution systems.
- Utility infrastructure.
- Industrial power distribution.
- Medium voltage switchgear.
- Infrastructure protection projects.