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MERSEN FUSE 6,9 URT 217 P 160 6,9URT217P160

MERSEN FUSE 6,9 URT 217 P 160 6,9URT217P160

British Standard fuse-link Protistor® 2x17x49 gR 690V AC UL 160A With Striker designed for semiconductor protection with high breaking capacity and integrated striker indication.

SKU: T075917Alt SKU: BS217UT69V160PMPN: T075917
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Why Choose the Mersen T075917 Protistor® BS217UT69V160P Semiconductor Fuse?

The Mersen T075917 (Catalogue No. BS217UT69V160P) is a high-speed Protistor® British Standard semiconductor fuse-link designed to provide superior protection for power semiconductors including IGBTs, diodes, SCRs and inverter systems. Featuring a 160A current rating, 690VAC IEC rating, 700VAC UL rating and an integrated striker indicator, this fuse delivers extremely high breaking capacity for demanding industrial applications.

Manufactured to IEC 60269-4 and BS88-4 standards, the T075917 is part of Mersen's trusted Protistor® semiconductor protection range. Its ceramic body, copper L-bracket terminals and ultra-fast operating characteristics minimise damage during fault conditions while maximising system reliability.

Key Advantages

  • Genuine Mersen Protistor® semiconductor protection fuse.
  • 160A current rating.
  • 690VAC IEC, 700VAC UL and 600VDC UL ratings.
  • High-speed protection for sensitive semiconductor devices.
  • Integrated striker indicator for fault signalling.
  • Very high 200kA breaking capacity.
  • Manufactured to IEC 60269-4 and BS88-4 standards.
  • Designed for demanding industrial power electronic applications.

Key Features

  • Manufacturer: Mersen
  • Part Number: T075917
  • Catalogue Number: BS217UT69V160P
  • Series: Protistor® BS88-4
  • Fuse Class: gR Semiconductor Fuse
  • Fuse Size: 2×17×49 mm
  • Rated Current: 160A
  • Rated Voltage (IEC): 690VAC
  • Rated Voltage (UL AC): 700VAC
  • Rated Voltage (UL DC): 600VDC
  • Breaking Capacity: 200kA
  • Indicator: Striker
  • Terminal Type: Copper L Brackets
  • Body Material: Ceramic

Reliable Protection for Power Electronics

The Mersen T075917 is specifically engineered for protecting modern semiconductor equipment where conventional fuses cannot react quickly enough. Its ultra-fast operating characteristics help minimise damage to expensive power electronic devices during short-circuit faults, reducing downtime and lowering maintenance costs.

Typical installations include variable speed drives, UPS systems, rectifiers, inverters, DC drives, industrial automation equipment and renewable energy power conversion systems where dependable semiconductor protection is essential.

Typical Applications

  • Variable speed drives (VSDs).
  • Industrial inverters.
  • Power semiconductor protection.
  • UPS systems.
  • Rectifiers and converters.
  • Motor drives.
  • Renewable energy power converters.
  • Industrial automation equipment.
  • Power supplies.
  • Electrical distribution systems.

Technical Specifications

Item number T075917
Catalogue No BS217UT69V160P
Description British Standard fuse-link Protistor® 2x17x49 gR 690V AC UL 160A With Striker
EAN/UPC Code 3605340013016
Rated voltage AC UL 700 V
Rated voltage DC UL 600 V
Rated voltage AC IEC 690 V
Ampere Rating 160 A
AC or DC AC
Speed/Characteristic aR
Fuse Size 2x17x49
Mounting Bolted
Clearing I2t At Rated Voltage 22800 A²s
Melting I2t 2500 A²s
AC Max I.R./Breaking Capacity I1: 200 kA
Indication System Yes
Indication System Type Striker
Connection/Terminal Material Copper
Connection/Terminal Type L Brackets
Product Width 45.4 mm
Product Length 90.2 mm
Product Height 24 mm
Sell Pack Quantity 5 EA
Sell Pack Weight 0.475 kg
Sell Pack Width 102 mm
Sell Pack Length 247 mm
Sell Pack Height 30 mm
Product group Semiconductor Protection Fuses
Body/Insulating Material Ceramic
Product Weight 0.095 kg
Power Dissipation at Rated Current Value 31.5 W
HS Code 85361090
Country of Manufacture India
Fuse Type Semiconductor
Fuse Class aR
Voltage 690 V

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Mersen T075917?

The Mersen T075917 is a Protistor® BS217UT69V160P high-speed semiconductor protection fuse rated at 160A and 690VAC with an integrated striker indicator.

What type of fuse is the T075917?

It is a British Standard BS88-4 Protistor® gR semiconductor fuse designed for protecting sensitive power semiconductor devices.

What voltage ratings does the fuse support?

The fuse is rated for 690VAC (IEC), 700VAC (UL) and 600VDC (UL).

Does the T075917 include a fault indicator?

Yes. The fuse incorporates an integrated striker indicator for remote or visual fault indication.

Where is the Mersen T075917 commonly used?

It is commonly used within drives, inverters, UPS systems, rectifiers, converters and other industrial power electronic equipment requiring high-speed semiconductor protection.

Trusted Semiconductor Protection from Mersen

Mersen Protistor® semiconductor fuses are trusted worldwide by OEMs, panel builders and maintenance engineers for delivering rapid fault clearance, high breaking capacity and dependable protection for critical power electronic equipment.

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