Why Choose the Mersen FR22GR69V50 Protistor® High-Speed Fuse?
The Mersen FR22GR69V50 is a premium Protistor® high-speed cylindrical semiconductor fuse developed to provide dependable protection for sensitive power semiconductor devices in demanding industrial applications. Designed for full-range gR protection, it safeguards power electronics against both overloads and short circuits, helping reduce downtime while extending the service life of critical equipment.
Manufactured in compliance with IEC 60269-1 and IEC 60269-4, the FR22GR69V50 features a robust 22 × 58 mm cylindrical design with an exceptionally high breaking capacity. Its fast operating characteristics and low energy let-through make it an excellent choice for protecting IGBTs, SCRs, thyristors, diodes and rectifiers used in modern power conversion systems.
Rated at 50 A with a 690 V AC IEC voltage rating, this Protistor® fuse is ideally suited for industrial drives, UPS systems, renewable energy installations, power converters and other semiconductor-based equipment where reliable circuit protection is essential.
Key Advantages
- High-speed gR semiconductor protection fuse.
- 50 A current rating for industrial power electronics.
- 690 V AC IEC rated voltage.
- Full-range protection against overloads and short circuits.
- Very high interrupting capacity for demanding industrial environments.
- Standard 22 × 58 mm cylindrical format for easy installation.
Key Features
- Mersen Protistor® semiconductor fuse series.
- Catalogue number: FR22GR69V50.
- 50 A rated current.
- 690 V AC IEC rated voltage.
- gR operating class providing full-range semiconductor protection.
- 22 × 58 mm cylindrical ceramic body.
- Extremely fast fault interruption with low I²t values.
- Designed to IEC 60269-1 and IEC 60269-4 standards.
Reliable Semiconductor Protection
High-speed semiconductor fuses are specifically engineered to protect sensitive electronic components such as IGBTs, thyristors, rectifiers and diodes from destructive fault currents. Their rapid response limits thermal stress on semiconductor devices, reducing repair costs and improving overall system reliability.
The Mersen Protistor® range is widely used in industrial automation, renewable energy, UPS systems, motor drives and power conversion equipment where dependable semiconductor protection is critical for continuous operation.
Typical Applications
- Variable frequency drives (VFDs).
- Industrial inverters.
- UPS systems.
- Power converters.
- Renewable energy equipment.
- Industrial automation and control panels.