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MERSEN FUSE 10 URD 272 TTF 1600 10URD272TTF1600
High-speed fuse offering reliable protection for demanding industrial and power electronic applications, rated at 1600A and 1000VAC IEC standards with robust square body design, flush ends, metric threads, integrated striker and Omega connection.
£298.98
Why Choose the Mersen L302230 Protistor® High-Speed Fuse?
The Mersen L302230 is a high-performance Protistor® square body semiconductor protection fuse designed to provide ultra-fast protection for power semiconductor devices in demanding industrial applications. Manufactured by Mersen, this fuse is specifically engineered to protect diodes, thyristors, IGBTs and other sensitive power electronic components from damaging short-circuit conditions.
As part of the trusted Mersen Protistor® size 2x72 series, the L302230 combines rapid fault interruption with high breaking capacity, helping minimise equipment damage and reduce costly downtime. Its silver-plated contacts, ceramic body and solidified sand construction deliver reliable performance in high-power conversion equipment and industrial automation systems.
Featuring a 1000 V AC IEC rating, a 1600 A current rating and an integrated striker indicator, the Mersen L302230 is ideally suited to variable speed drives, UPS systems, renewable energy equipment, power converters and other high-power semiconductor applications requiring dependable ultra-fast protection.
Key Advantages
- Ultra-fast aR semiconductor protection fuse.
- 1600 A rated current for high-power applications.
- 1000 V AC IEC voltage rating.
- Protects IGBTs, thyristors, diodes and semiconductor devices.
- Integrated striker indication system for fuse status monitoring.
- Robust ceramic construction with silver-plated contacts for long service life.
Key Features
- Mersen Protistor® size 2x72 square body fuse.
- Manufacturer part number: L302230.
- Catalogue number: PC272UD10C16CTF.
- 1600 A current rating.
- 1000 V AC IEC rated voltage.
- aR ultra-fast operating characteristic.
- Flush-end terminals with Omega connection.
- Integrated striker indicator.
- Bolted mounting arrangement.
- Ceramic body with silver-plated brass terminals.
Reliable Protection for Power Electronics
Semiconductor protection fuses are specifically designed to interrupt extremely high fault currents before damage occurs to expensive power electronic devices. Their ultra-fast operating characteristics help reduce thermal stress and improve the reliability of industrial power conversion equipment.
The Mersen Protistor® range is widely used in industrial drives, renewable energy systems, UPS installations, motor control centres and power converters where dependable semiconductor protection is essential for continuous operation.
Typical Applications
- Variable speed drives (VSDs).
- Industrial motor drives.
- Power converters and inverters.
- UPS systems.
- Renewable energy equipment.
- Semiconductor power protection.
- Industrial automation systems.
- Power distribution equipment.
Technical Specifications
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| Fuse Indication | Striker | |
|---|---|---|
| Fuse Type | Semiconductor | |
| Fuse Size | 2x72 mm | |
| Fuse Class | aR | |
| Voltage | 1000 V | |
| Item number | L302230 | |
| Catalogue No | PC272UD10C16CTF | |
| Description | Square Body High-Speed Fuse Protistor® Size 2x72 aR 1000VAC IEC 1600A With Striker Flush ends metric threads With Omega connection | |
| EAN/UPC Code | 3605340351873 | |
| Rated voltage AC IEC | 1000 V | |
| Ampere Rating | 1600 A | |
| AC or DC | AC | |
| Speed/Characteristic | aR | |
| Fuse Size | 2x72 | |
| Mounting | Bolted | |
| Clearing I2t At Rated Voltage | 4895 kA²s | |
| Melting I2t | 860 kA²s | |
| AC Max I.R./Breaking Capacity | I1: 100 kA | |
| Indication System | Yes | |
| Indication System Type | Striker | |
| Connection/Terminal Material | Silver-Plated Brass | |
| Connection/Terminal Type | Flush ends | |
| Product Width | 138.5 mm | |
| Product Length | 91 mm | |
| Product Height | 65.5 mm | |
| Sell Pack Quantity | 1 EA | |
| Sell Pack Weight | 1.825 kg | |
| Sell Pack Width | 85 mm | |
| Sell Pack Length | 185 mm | |
| Sell Pack Height | 65 mm | |
| Product group | Semiconductor Protection Fuses | |
| Body/Insulating Material | Ceramic | |
| Product Weight | 1.825 kg | |
| Power Dissipation at Rated Current Value | 262 W | |
| HS Code | 85361090 | |
| Country of Manufacture | France |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Mersen L302230 used for?
The Mersen L302230 is a high-speed semiconductor protection fuse designed to protect IGBTs, thyristors, diodes and other power electronic devices from short-circuit faults.
What is the current rating of this fuse?
The Mersen L302230 has a 1600 A rated current.
What voltage is the fuse rated for?
This Protistor® fuse is rated for 1000 V AC (IEC).
Does the fuse include an indication system?
Yes. The fuse incorporates an integrated striker indicator that provides mechanical indication when the fuse has operated.
Where is the Mersen L302230 typically installed?
It is commonly installed in industrial drives, power converters, UPS systems, renewable energy equipment and other high-power semiconductor applications.
Trusted by Power Electronics Engineers Worldwide
Mersen Protistor® semiconductor protection fuses are trusted by OEMs, machine builders and electrical engineers for delivering rapid fault protection and reliable performance in demanding industrial power conversion applications.
