Why Choose the Mersen Q1003872 BS1361 House Service Fuse?
The Mersen Q1003872, catalogue number BME42V50, is a high-quality BS1361 gG house service fuse-link designed to provide dependable overload and short-circuit protection in low-voltage electrical distribution systems. Manufactured to the BS1361 standard, this fuse is suitable for electricity service cut-outs, customer switchboards, electricity control units and commercial distribution installations.
As part of the trusted Mersen BS1361 House Service Fuse range, the Q1003872 combines a durable ceramic body with a full-range gG operating characteristic to deliver reliable protection against both overloads and high fault currents. Its compact cylindrical design allows straightforward installation in compatible BS1361 fuse carriers while helping maintain the safety and integrity of electrical distribution systems.
Rated at 50 A with a 415 V AC operating voltage, the BME42V50 features a standard 22 × 57 mm format and a high 33 kA breaking capacity, making it an excellent choice for residential, commercial and light industrial applications requiring dependable circuit protection.
Key Advantages
- Reliable BS1361 gG house service fuse-link.
- 50 A current rating for low-voltage electrical distribution.
- 415 V AC rated voltage for utility and commercial installations.
- 33 kA breaking capacity for dependable fault interruption.
- Full-range gG operating characteristic for overload and short-circuit protection.
- Compact 22 × 57 mm cylindrical design.
Key Features
- Mersen BME42V50 BS1361 fuse-link.
- Item number: Q1003872.
- 50 A rated current.
- 415 V AC rated voltage.
- 22 × 57 mm fuse size.
- 33 kA AC breaking capacity.
- gG utilisation category.
- Clip-mounted installation.
- Ceramic insulating body.
- RoHS compliant.
Reliable Protection for Electrical Distribution Systems
The Mersen Q1003872 is designed to safely disconnect electrical circuits during overload and fault conditions, protecting switchboards, incoming electrical supplies and connected equipment. Its gG operating characteristic provides full-range protection suitable for a wide range of low-voltage distribution applications.
Its robust ceramic construction and compact BS1361 format make it suitable for use in compatible service cut-outs and fuse carriers installed by utilities, electrical contractors and panel builders requiring dependable long-term protection.
Typical Applications
- Electricity service cut-outs.
- Customer switchboards.
- Residential electrical distribution.
- Commercial buildings and offices.
- Utility low-voltage distribution equipment.
- Industrial distribution panels.
