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FE01D20 Lovato CYLINDRICAL FUSE 10X38 GPV 20A
Lovato FE01D20 is a 20 A 10 × 38 mm gPV cylindrical photovoltaic fuse rated to 1000 V DC with a 25 kA breaking capacity for reliable solar DC circuit protection.
£7.03
Why Choose the Lovato FE01D20 Cylindrical Fuse?
The Lovato FE01D20 is a 10 × 38 mm cylindrical gPV fuse specifically designed to protect photovoltaic DC circuits against overcurrent and short-circuit faults. Part of the Lovato FE photovoltaic fuse range, it combines a rated current of 20 A with operation at voltages up to 1000 V DC.
Engineered specifically for photovoltaic applications, the FE01D20 has an IEC gPV fuse class and complies with IEC/EN/BS 60269-6. It provides a high 25 kA breaking capacity at 1000 V DC, enabling dependable interruption of fault currents in solar PV strings and associated DC distribution circuits.
The compact 10 × 38 mm cylindrical format allows installation in compatible photovoltaic fuse holders, including Lovato devices designed for this fuse size. With a power consumption of 2.10 W at rated current and an operating temperature range from −20 to +70 °C, the FE01D20 is engineered for reliable service in demanding photovoltaic installations.
Key Advantages
- Purpose-designed gPV fuse for photovoltaic DC applications.
- 20 A rated current for PV string and DC circuit protection.
- 1000 V DC maximum rated voltage.
- High 25 kA breaking capacity at 1000 V DC.
- Compact standard 10 × 38 mm cylindrical format.
- Compliant with IEC/EN/BS 60269-6 for photovoltaic fuse protection.
Key Features
- Lovato FE photovoltaic fuse series.
- 20 A rated current.
- 1000 V DC rated voltage.
- gPV IEC fuse class.
- 25 kA breaking capacity at 1000 V DC.
- 10 × 38 mm cylindrical fuse dimensions.
- 2.10 W power consumption at rated current.
- No integrated status indicator.
- Designed specifically for photovoltaic applications.
Reliable & Durable Photovoltaic Circuit Protection
Photovoltaic installations can produce significant DC fault currents when faults occur within strings, arrays or associated cabling. The Lovato FE01D20 is specifically designed as a gPV fuse to provide overcurrent and short-circuit protection for photovoltaic circuits operating at voltages up to 1000 V DC.
Its 25 kA breaking capacity enables the fuse to safely interrupt substantial prospective fault currents, while the standard 10 × 38 mm cylindrical construction provides straightforward integration with compatible photovoltaic fuse holders and DC distribution equipment.
Typical Applications
- Photovoltaic string circuit protection.
- Solar PV combiner boxes.
- PV array DC distribution systems.
- Solar inverter input circuits.
- Industrial and commercial photovoltaic installations.
- Renewable-energy DC protection panels.
Technical Specifications
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| Device Type | Fuse link | |
|---|---|---|
| Fuse Type | Cylindrical, PV (gPV) | |
| Fuse Size | 10x38 mm | |
| Fuse Class | gPV | |
| Current | 20 A | |
| Voltage | 1000 V | |
| HS Code | 85365080 | |
| Manufacturer | Lovato Electric | |
| Series | FE Photovoltaic Fuses | |
| Model | FE01D20 | |
| Product type | Cylindrical photovoltaic fuse | |
| Fuse class | gPV | |
| Fuse size | 10 × 38 mm | |
| Rated current In | 20 A | |
| Maximum rated voltage Un | 1000 V DC | |
| Operating voltage type | DC | |
| Breaking capacity | 25 kA at 1000 V DC | |
| Power consumption at In | 2.10 W | |
| Light indicator | No | |
| Photovoltaic application | Yes | |
| Operating temperature | −20 to +70 °C | |
| Storage temperature | −40 to +80 °C | |
| Maximum altitude | 3000 m | |
| Compliance | IEC/EN/BS 60269-6 | |
| Weight | 8 g |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Lovato FE01D20 used for?
The FE01D20 is a gPV cylindrical fuse designed for photovoltaic applications, providing overcurrent and short-circuit protection for DC solar circuits.
What is the current rating of the Lovato FE01D20?
The FE01D20 has a rated current of 20 A.
What voltage is the FE01D20 rated for?
The fuse has a maximum rated voltage of 1000 V DC, making it suitable for high-voltage photovoltaic DC circuits.
What is the breaking capacity of the FE01D20?
The FE01D20 has an IEC breaking capacity of 25 kA at 1000 V DC.
What size is the Lovato FE01D20 fuse?
The FE01D20 uses the standard 10 × 38 mm cylindrical fuse format for installation in compatible photovoltaic fuse holders.
Trusted for Photovoltaic Circuit Protection
Lovato FE photovoltaic fuses provide dedicated gPV protection for solar DC installations, combining high-voltage capability, dependable fault-current interruption and standard cylindrical formats for integration into modern photovoltaic distribution systems.
