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MERSEN FUSE 250V 5HT 1,6A 5.20 MI5HT25V1,6
Mersen Y085374 MI5HT25V1.6 time-delay 5 x 20 mm ceramic miniature fuse rated at 1.6 A and 250 V AC with a 1,500 A breaking capacity.
Why Choose the Mersen Y085374 5HT Time-Delay Miniature Fuse?
The Mersen Y085374, catalogue reference MI5HT25V1.6, is a high-performance 5 × 20 mm time-delay ceramic miniature fuse designed to protect industrial equipment, electrical distribution circuits and electronic devices against overloads and short-circuit faults. Its time-delay operating characteristic allows it to withstand temporary inrush currents while providing dependable protection against sustained overcurrent conditions.
As part of the Mersen 5HT IEC Miniature Fuse series, the Y085374 is ideally suited to applications containing transformers, motors, relays and switched-mode power supplies where temporary start-up surges are expected. The ceramic body incorporates an extinguishing agent, providing a high breaking capacity and enhanced safety in demanding industrial environments.
With a rated current of 1.6 A, a rated voltage of 250 V AC and a 1,500 A breaking capacity, the Y085374 provides reliable protection in a standard 5 × 20 mm format compatible with suitable miniature fuse holders.
Key Advantages
- Compact 5 × 20 mm miniature ceramic fuse.
- Time-delay characteristic withstands temporary inrush currents.
- 1.6 A rated current for industrial and electronic equipment.
- 250 V AC rated voltage.
- 1,500 A high breaking capacity.
- Ceramic body with extinguishing agent for enhanced fault interruption.
- Industry-standard dimensions simplify replacement and maintenance.
Key Features
- Mersen 5HT IEC Miniature Fuse series.
- MI5HT25V1.6 catalogue reference.
- 5 × 20 mm cylindrical ceramic fuse.
- 1.6 A nominal current rating.
- 250 V AC rated voltage.
- Time-delay (T) operating characteristic.
- 1,500 A AC breaking capacity.
- 5.6 A²s pre-arcing I²t.
- Ceramic body with extinguishing agent.
- Nickel-plated brass contact caps.
- Manufactured in accordance with IEC 60127-2 Sheet 5.
Reliable Protection for Equipment with Inrush Currents
Time-delay miniature fuses are designed to tolerate the temporary current surges generated during the start-up of motors, transformers and switched-mode power supplies. This helps reduce nuisance fuse operation while continuing to protect equipment against sustained overloads and short-circuit faults.
The Mersen Y085374 combines dependable electrical performance with a high breaking capacity ceramic construction, making it suitable for industrial automation, instrumentation, OEM machinery and electrical control systems requiring reliable replaceable circuit protection.
Typical Applications
- Industrial control panels.
- Motor control circuits.
- Transformer protection.
- Power supplies.
- Electronic equipment.
- Instrumentation and measurement systems.
- OEM machinery.
- General industrial electrical installations.
Technical Specifications
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| Current | 1.6 A | |
|---|---|---|
| Voltage | 250 V | |
| Device Type | Fuse link | |
| Fuse Type | Miniature | |
| Fuse Size | 5x20 mm | |
| Fuse Class | Time delay | |
| Manufacturer | Mersen | |
| Series | 5HT IEC Miniature Fuses | |
| Item number | Y085374 | |
| Catalogue number | MI5HT25V1.6 | |
| Product type | Time-delay miniature ceramic fuse | |
| Fuse size | 5 × 20 mm | |
| Rated current | 1.6 A | |
| Rated voltage | 250 V AC | |
| Operating characteristic | Time-delay (T) | |
| Breaking capacity | 1,500 A | |
| Pre-arcing I²t | 5.6 A²s | |
| Power loss at rated current | 0.54 W | |
| Maximum voltage drop | 0.16 V | |
| Body material | Ceramic | |
| Contact cap material | Nickel-plated brass | |
| Applicable standard | IEC 60127-2 Sheet 5 | |
| EAN | 3605340068481 | |
| RoHS compliant | Yes |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Mersen Y085374 used for?
The Mersen Y085374 protects industrial and electronic equipment against overloads and short circuits while allowing temporary start-up current surges.
What is the current rating of the Y085374?
The fuse has a nominal current rating of 1.6 A.
Is the Y085374 fast-acting or time-delay?
The Y085374 is a time-delay (T) fuse designed for circuits with temporary inrush currents.
What fuse holder is compatible?
The fuse should be installed in a compatible 5 × 20 mm miniature fuse holder with suitable electrical ratings.
What is the breaking capacity of the Y085374?
The Mersen Y085374 has a rated AC breaking capacity of 1,500 A, providing dependable interruption of fault currents.
Trusted Circuit Protection from Mersen
Mersen miniature fuses are trusted worldwide by electrical engineers, machine builders and equipment manufacturers to deliver dependable overcurrent protection across industrial, commercial and electronic applications.
