MERSEN FUSE 6,9 URS 17/16 6,9URS17/16

Q: What is the current rating of the G075883?

The fuse has a rated current of 16 A.

Q: What voltage is the fuse rated for?

It is rated at 690 V AC (IEC) and 700 V AC/DC (UL).

The Protistor® 17×49 gR fuse-link provides reliable circuit protection for high-performance industrial applications, with a compact 17×49 mm design optimised for use at 690V AC and rated at 16A. It meets both British Standard and UL safety certifications.

SKU: G075883Alt SKU: BS17US69V16MPN: G075883

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Why Choose the Mersen G075883 Protistor® High-Speed Fuse?

The Mersen G075883, catalogue number BS17US69V16, is a high-speed Protistor® semiconductor protection fuse designed to provide dependable protection for sensitive power semiconductor devices. Manufactured to IEC 60269-1, IEC 60269-4 and BS88-4 standards, this fuse offers rapid fault interruption and an extremely high breaking capacity for industrial power electronic equipment.

Featuring a compact 17 × 49 mm British Standard fuse-link design, the G075883 has a 16 A current rating, a 690 V AC IEC rating and 700 V AC/DC UL ratings. Its gR operating characteristic provides full-range semiconductor protection against both overloads and short circuits, making it suitable for protecting IGBTs, thyristors, diodes and rectifiers.

As part of the trusted Mersen Protistor® range, the BS17US69V16 fuse is widely specified for variable speed drives, UPS systems, converters, rectifiers and industrial automation equipment where reliable semiconductor protection is essential.

Key Advantages

High-speed semiconductor protection fuse.
16 A current rating.
690 V AC IEC, 700 V AC/DC UL ratings.
gR characteristic providing full-range semiconductor protection.
Extremely high breaking capacity of 200 kA.
Low let-through energy helps protect expensive semiconductor devices.
Suitable for industrial drives, converters and UPS systems.

Key Features

Manufacturer: Mersen
Series: Protistor®
Reference number: G075883
Catalogue number: BS17US69V16
Fuse type: British Standard semiconductor fuse
Protection characteristic: gR
Fuse size: 17 × 49 mm
Terminal type: L Brackets

Reliable Protection for Industrial Power Electronics

Protistor® semiconductor fuses are specifically designed to interrupt fault currents before excessive thermal energy can damage sensitive semiconductor devices. Their current-limiting characteristics and low I²t values provide excellent protection for modern industrial power conversion equipment while helping reduce maintenance costs and equipment downtime.

Typical Applications

Variable frequency drives (VFDs).
Industrial motor drives.
UPS systems.
Power converters.
Industrial rectifiers.
Renewable energy inverters.
Industrial automation equipment.

Technical Specifications

Item number	G075883
Catalogue No	BS17US69V16
Description	British Standard fuse-link Protistor® 17x49 gR 690V AC UL 16A
EAN/UPC Code	3605340012446
Rated voltage AC UL	700 V
Rated voltage DC UL	700 V
Rated voltage AC IEC	690 V
Ampere Rating	16 A
AC or DC	AC
Speed/Characteristic	aR
Fuse Size	17x49
Mounting	Bolted
Clearing I2t At Rated Voltage	107 A²s
Melting I2t	9.7 A²s
AC Max I.R./Breaking Capacity	I1: 200 kA
Connection/Terminal Material	Copper
Connection/Terminal Type	L Brackets
Product Diameter	18.5 mm
Product Length	77.2 mm
Sell Pack Quantity	10 EA
Sell Pack Weight	0.39 kg
Sell Pack Width	100 mm
Sell Pack Length	195 mm
Sell Pack Height	25 mm
Product group	Semiconductor Protection Fuses
Body/Insulating Material	Ceramic
Product Weight	0.039 kg
Power Dissipation at Rated Current Value	4.8 W
HS Code	85361050
Country of Manufacture	India
Fuse Type	Semiconductor
Fuse Size	17x49 mm
Fuse Class	aR
Voltage	690 V

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Mersen G075883 used for?

It is designed to protect semiconductor devices including IGBTs, thyristors, diodes and rectifiers against overload and short-circuit faults.

What is the current rating of the G075883?

The fuse has a rated current of 16 A.

What voltage is the fuse rated for?

It is rated at 690 V AC (IEC) and 700 V AC/DC (UL).

What does the gR characteristic mean?

The gR characteristic provides full-range semiconductor protection, covering both overload and short-circuit protection.

Which applications commonly use this fuse?

Typical applications include industrial drives, UPS systems, converters, rectifiers and other semiconductor-based power electronic equipment.

Trusted Semiconductor Protection Worldwide

Mersen Protistor® semiconductor fuses are trusted worldwide for delivering dependable protection of valuable power electronic equipment across industrial automation, renewable energy and power conversion applications.

Item number	G075883
Catalogue No	BS17US69V16
Description	British Standard fuse-link Protistor® 17x49 gR 690V AC UL 16A
EAN/UPC Code	3605340012446
Rated voltage AC UL	700 V
Rated voltage DC UL	700 V
Rated voltage AC IEC	690 V
Ampere Rating	16 A
AC or DC	AC
Speed/Characteristic	aR
Fuse Size	17x49
Mounting	Bolted
Clearing I2t At Rated Voltage	107 A²s
Melting I2t	9.7 A²s
AC Max I.R./Breaking Capacity	I1: 200 kA
Connection/Terminal Material	Copper
Connection/Terminal Type	L Brackets
Product Diameter	18.5 mm
Product Length	77.2 mm
Sell Pack Quantity	10 EA
Sell Pack Weight	0.39 kg
Sell Pack Width	100 mm
Sell Pack Length	195 mm
Sell Pack Height	25 mm
Product group	Semiconductor Protection Fuses
Body/Insulating Material	Ceramic
Product Weight	0.039 kg
Power Dissipation at Rated Current Value	4.8 W
HS Code	85361050
Country of Manufacture	India
Fuse Type	Semiconductor
Fuse Size	17x49 mm
Fuse Class	aR
Voltage	690 V

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