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MERSEN FUSE 500V FA 0,315A 6.32 AL MI6FAP50V0,315
Mersen F208201 MI6FAP50V0.315 high-speed semiconductor miniature fuse rated 0.315 A and 500 V AC with a 6.3 × 32 mm ceramic body and axial leads.
£3.08
Why Choose the Mersen F208201 High-Speed Miniature Fuse?
The Mersen F208201, catalogue reference MI6FAP50V0.315, is a high-speed semiconductor miniature fuse engineered to provide rapid protection for sensitive electronic components against overcurrents and short circuits. Featuring a very fast-acting FA characteristic, it helps minimise fault energy reaching semiconductor devices, improving equipment reliability and extending component life.
As part of Mersen's 6.3 × 32 mm 500 V semiconductor fuse range, the F208201 combines a robust ceramic body with axial leads, allowing secure soldered installation within printed circuit boards and electronic assemblies. Its compact design makes it suitable for applications where space is limited without compromising protection performance.
With a rated current of 0.315 A and a rated voltage of 500 V AC, the Mersen F208201 is ideal for protecting power electronics, control equipment, instrumentation and industrial automation systems. Its high breaking capacity and low I²t characteristics provide dependable protection for valuable semiconductor devices.
Key Advantages
- Very fast-acting FA operating characteristic for semiconductor protection.
- 0.315 A current rating for sensitive electronic circuits.
- 500 V AC rated voltage suitable for higher voltage applications.
- Compact 6.3 × 32 mm ceramic fuse body.
- Axial leads for direct solder mounting.
- High breaking capacity for safe interruption of fault currents.
- Low I²t values help minimise thermal stress on semiconductor devices.
- RoHS compliant construction.
Key Features
- Mersen semiconductor miniature fuse.
- Manufacturer part number: F208201.
- Catalogue number: MI6FAP50V0.315.
- 0.315 A rated current.
- 500 V AC rated voltage.
- Very fast-acting FA characteristic.
- 6.3 × 32 mm fuse size.
- Ceramic body construction.
- Axial lead mounting.
- Designed specifically for semiconductor protection.
Reliable Protection for Semiconductor Devices
Semiconductor devices require exceptionally fast circuit protection to prevent irreversible damage during fault conditions. The Mersen F208201 interrupts fault currents rapidly, limiting the thermal and electrical energy delivered to protected components.
Its ceramic construction, high interrupting capacity and low I²t performance make it an excellent choice for protecting industrial electronics, power supplies, drives and precision electronic equipment where dependable overcurrent protection is essential.
Typical Applications
- Semiconductor device protection.
- Industrial control panels.
- Power supplies and converters.
- Printed circuit boards.
- Electronic instrumentation.
- Automation equipment.
- Industrial power electronics.
- OEM electronic assemblies.
Technical Specifications
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| Current | 0.315 A | |
|---|---|---|
| Voltage | 500 V | |
| Device Type | Fuse link | |
| Fuse Type | Miniature, Semiconductor | |
| Fuse Size | 6.3x32 mm | |
| Fuse Class | Fast acting | |
| Manufacturer | Mersen | |
| Manufacturer part number | F208201 | |
| Catalogue number | MI6FAP50V0.315 | |
| Product type | High-speed semiconductor miniature fuse | |
| Series | Miniature Fuses Size 6.3 × 32 FA 500 V AL | |
| Rated current | 0.315 A | |
| Rated voltage | 500 V AC | |
| Current type | AC | |
| Operating characteristic | Very fast-acting (FA) | |
| Fuse size | 6.3 × 32 mm | |
| Body material | Ceramic | |
| Mounting type | Axial leads | |
| Connection type | Soldered connection | |
| Minimum breaking capacity | 200 kA | |
| Pre-arcing I²t | 0.016 A²s | |
| Total clearing I²t | 0.06 A²s | |
| RoHS compliant | Yes |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Mersen F208201 used for?
The Mersen F208201 protects sensitive semiconductor devices and electronic circuits against overcurrents and short circuits.
What is the current rating of the F208201?
This fuse has a rated current of 0.315 A.
What voltage is the fuse designed for?
The Mersen F208201 is rated for operation up to 500 V AC.
How is the fuse installed?
The fuse features axial leads for direct solder mounting onto printed circuit boards and electronic assemblies.
Why is a very fast-acting fuse important?
A very fast-acting fuse limits fault energy quickly, helping protect valuable semiconductor devices from damage caused by short circuits and overloads.
Trusted Semiconductor Protection from Mersen
Mersen semiconductor fuses are trusted worldwide by equipment manufacturers and industrial engineers for delivering dependable overcurrent protection in demanding electronic and automation applications.
