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FE01D01600 – CYLINDRICAL FUSE 10X38 GPV 16A
Lovato FE01D01600 gPV photovoltaic cylindrical fuse rated 16 A at 1000 V DC, with a 10 x 38 mm format and 30 kA breaking capacity for solar PV circuit protection.
£17.67
Why Choose the Lovato FE01D01600 Photovoltaic Fuse?
The Lovato FE01D01600 is a high-performance gPV cylindrical fuse engineered to protect photovoltaic DC circuits against overloads and short circuits. Designed by Lovato Electric, it provides dependable protection for solar strings, combiner boxes, inverter inputs and DC distribution systems operating at high voltages.
Manufactured in the standard 10 × 38 mm cylindrical format, the FE01D01600 has a rated current of 16 A and a maximum rated voltage of 1000 V DC. Its 30 kA breaking capacity enables it to safely interrupt high DC fault currents, helping protect valuable photovoltaic equipment and minimise downtime.
Designed in accordance with IEC/EN 60269-6, the FE01D01600 features a gPV utilisation category specifically developed for photovoltaic applications. Its compact ceramic construction makes it suitable for residential, commercial and industrial solar installations.
Key Advantages
- Purpose-built for photovoltaic DC circuit protection.
- 16 A rated current for PV string and equipment protection.
- Suitable for systems operating up to 1000 V DC.
- 30 kA breaking capacity for dependable fault interruption.
- Standard 10 × 38 mm cylindrical format.
- gPV utilisation category provides full-range photovoltaic protection.
- Compact ceramic construction for long service life.
- Compliant with IEC/EN 60269-6.
Key Features
- Lovato Electric photovoltaic fuse.
- 16 A rated current.
- 1000 V DC rated voltage.
- 30 kA breaking capacity.
- 10 × 38 mm cylindrical fuse size.
- gPV fuse characteristic.
- Ceramic fuse body.
- Designed for compatible photovoltaic fuse holders.
- Suitable for solar strings and DC distribution circuits.
- EAC certified.
Reliable Protection for Solar PV Systems
Photovoltaic installations require specialised protection devices capable of safely interrupting sustained DC fault currents. The Lovato FE01D01600 incorporates a dedicated gPV operating characteristic, providing full-range protection across photovoltaic circuits while helping safeguard solar modules, combiner boxes, cabling and inverter equipment.
Its compact 10 × 38 mm format enables straightforward installation into compatible photovoltaic fuse holders, making it ideal for new installations, maintenance work and renewable energy upgrades where reliable DC protection is essential.
Typical Applications
- Photovoltaic string protection.
- Solar combiner boxes.
- PV inverter input protection.
- Solar DC distribution boards.
- Renewable energy control panels.
- Commercial and industrial solar installations.
- Protection of photovoltaic cables and conductors.
Technical Specifications
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| Current | 16 A | |
|---|---|---|
| Device Type | Fuse link | |
| Fuse Type | Cylindrical, PV (gPV) | |
| Fuse Size | 10x38 mm | |
| Fuse Class | gPV | |
| Voltage | 1000 V | |
| Manufacturer | Lovato Electric | |
| Model | FE01D01600 | |
| Product type | Photovoltaic cylindrical fuse | |
| Application | Photovoltaic circuit protection | |
| Fuse size | 10 × 38 mm | |
| Rated current | 16 A | |
| Rated voltage | 1000 V DC | |
| Voltage type | DC | |
| Breaking capacity | 30 kA at 1000 V DC | |
| Utilisation category | gPV | |
| Light indicator | No | |
| Operating temperature | -20°C to +70°C | |
| Storage temperature | -40°C to +80°C | |
| Maximum altitude | 3000 m | |
| Weight | Approximately 8.2 g | |
| Compliance | IEC/EN 60269-6 | |
| Certification | EAC | |
| HS Code | 85361050 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Lovato FE01D01600 used for?
The FE01D01600 is designed to protect photovoltaic DC circuits against overloads and short circuits in solar power installations.
What is the rated current of the FE01D01600?
The Lovato FE01D01600 has a rated current of 16 A.
What voltage is this fuse designed for?
It is rated for photovoltaic systems operating at up to 1000 V DC.
What is the breaking capacity?
The FE01D01600 provides a 30 kA breaking capacity at 1000 V DC.
What fuse holder does it require?
The fuse is designed for installation in compatible 10 × 38 mm photovoltaic fuse holders.
Trusted by Solar Installers Worldwide
Lovato Electric photovoltaic fuses are trusted by renewable energy engineers, solar installers and panel builders to provide dependable DC circuit protection across residential, commercial and industrial photovoltaic installations.
