Standard delivery
£8 ex VAT · free over £200UK parcel delivery is £8 ex VAT, or free on orders over £200 ex VAT.
Heavier items may be charged at a weight-based or pallet rate, shown at checkout.
MERSEN FUSE 2,5 URGS 17/60 2,5URGS17/60
The BS17US25V60 fuse-link delivers precise circuit protection for industrial applications, conforming to British Standard dimensions (17×27 mm) and rated for 250V AC at 60A. Its aR characteristic ensures fast, reliable interruption of severe short-circuit faults in semiconductor and power conversion equipment.
£7.71
Why Choose the Mersen W076655 BS17US25V60 Semiconductor Fuse?
The Mersen W076655 BS17US25V60 is a high-speed British Standard semiconductor fuse-link designed to provide exceptional protection for sensitive power semiconductor devices. As part of the proven Mersen Protistor® BS88-4 series, this fuse offers rapid fault interruption for industrial drives, power converters, UPS systems and other demanding power electronic applications.
Manufactured in accordance with IEC 60269-1 and IEC 60269-4 standards, the BS17US25V60 is engineered to minimise damage caused by short circuits while helping maximise equipment reliability and uptime. Its compact bolted design allows easy installation in industrial control equipment and power distribution assemblies.
With a 60 A current rating and a 250 V AC voltage rating, this fuse provides dependable protection for power semiconductors where fast-acting performance and high breaking capacity are essential for safe system operation.
Key Advantages
- High-speed semiconductor protection fuse for industrial power electronics.
- 60 A current rating for reliable circuit protection.
- 250 V AC IEC rated voltage for semiconductor applications.
- Fast-acting aR characteristic reduces damage to power semiconductors.
- High breaking capacity for demanding industrial installations.
- Manufactured to BS88-4 and IEC semiconductor fuse standards.
Key Features
- Mersen Protistor® BS88-4 series.
- Model BS17US25V60.
- 60 A current rating.
- 250 V AC IEC / UL rated voltage.
- 17 × 27 mm fuse size.
- aR high-speed operating characteristic for semiconductor protection.
- Bolted mounting with L bracket terminals.
- Ceramic body for reliable thermal and electrical performance.
Reliable Protection for Industrial Power Electronics
High-speed semiconductor fuses are specifically designed to protect expensive power electronic devices from damaging short-circuit currents. Their rapid operating characteristics reduce thermal and electrical stress, helping extend equipment life while reducing maintenance costs and production downtime.
The Mersen Protistor® range is trusted worldwide by machine builders, panel manufacturers and industrial engineers for protecting variable speed drives, power converters, UPS systems and renewable energy equipment.
Typical Applications
- Variable frequency drives (VFDs).
- Industrial power converters.
- UPS and backup power systems.
- Motor control equipment.
- Renewable energy inverters.
- Industrial automation and power electronics.
Technical Specifications
Tick the specs you need, then view products that match.
| Fuse Type | Semiconductor | |
|---|---|---|
| Fuse Size | 17x27 mm | |
| Fuse Class | aR | |
| Voltage | 250 V | |
| Item number | W076655 | |
| Catalogue No | BS17US25V60 | |
| Description | British Standard fuse-link Protistor® 17x27 aR 250V AC UL 60A | |
| EAN/UPC Code | 3605340019599 | |
| Rated voltage AC UL | 250 V | |
| Rated voltage DC UL | 250 V | |
| Rated voltage AC IEC | 250 V | |
| Ampere Rating | 60 A | |
| RoHS Compliant | Yes | |
| AC or DC | AC | |
| Speed/Characteristic | aR | |
| Fuse Size | 17x27 | |
| Mounting | Bolted | |
| Clearing I2t At Rated Voltage | 1310 A²s | |
| Melting I2t | 250 A²s | |
| Connection/Terminal Material | Copper | |
| Connection/Terminal Type | L Brackets | |
| Product Diameter | 18.5 mm | |
| Product Length | 54.4 mm | |
| Sell Pack Quantity | 10 EA | |
| Sell Pack Weight | 0.276 kg | |
| Sell Pack Width | 68 mm | |
| Sell Pack Length | 188 mm | |
| Sell Pack Height | 24 mm | |
| Product group | Semiconductor Protection Fuses | |
| Body/Insulating Material | Ceramic | |
| Product Weight | 0.0276 kg | |
| Power Dissipation at Rated Current Value | 10.4 W | |
| HS Code | 85361050 | |
| Country of Manufacture | India |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Mersen W076655 used for?
It protects sensitive semiconductor devices in industrial drives, converters, UPS systems and other power electronic equipment from short-circuit faults.
What is the current rating of this fuse?
The fuse has a 60 A current rating.
What voltage is the fuse rated for?
The BS17US25V60 is rated for 250 V AC.
What does the aR characteristic mean?
The aR operating characteristic provides partial-range, high-speed protection specifically designed for semiconductor devices against short-circuit faults.
Where is this fuse typically installed?
It is commonly installed in industrial drives, power converters, UPS equipment and other semiconductor-based power control systems.
Trusted Protection for Critical Power Electronics
Mersen Protistor® semiconductor fuses are trusted by OEMs, panel builders and industrial engineers worldwide to provide fast, dependable protection for valuable power electronic equipment operating in demanding industrial environments.
