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MERSEN FUSE 500V FA 16 A 6.32 MI6FA50V16
Mersen E085449 MI6FA50V16 very fast-acting miniature semiconductor fuse rated at 16 A and 500 V AC, with a 6.3 x 32 mm ceramic cartridge body for clip mounting.
£3.19
Why Choose the Mersen E085449 High-Speed Semiconductor Fuse?
The Mersen E085449 is a compact high-speed semiconductor protection fuse engineered to protect sensitive electronic components against damaging overcurrents and short circuits. Also identified by the catalogue number MI6FA50V16, it provides very fast fault interruption for semiconductor devices and industrial power electronic equipment.
With a rated current of 16 A and a rated voltage of 500 V AC, the E085449 is suitable for applications where rapid operation and effective current limitation are essential. Its FA operating characteristic helps reduce the electrical and thermal energy passing through semiconductor components during fault conditions.
The fuse features a compact 6.3 × 32 mm ceramic cartridge format designed for clip mounting in a compatible fuse holder. Its very high breaking capacity and space-efficient construction make it suitable for power converters, industrial controls, power supplies and other electronic equipment requiring dependable high-speed protection.
Key Advantages
- Very fast-acting protection for sensitive semiconductor components.
- 16 A current rating for industrial electronic circuits.
- 500 V AC voltage rating for demanding applications.
- Compact 6.3 × 32 mm miniature cartridge format.
- Very high breaking capacity for dependable fault interruption.
- Clip-mounted construction allows straightforward installation and replacement.
Key Features
- Mersen MI6FA50V16 semiconductor fuse.
- 16 A rated current.
- 500 V AC rated voltage.
- Very fast-acting FA operating characteristic.
- 6.3 × 32 mm miniature ceramic fuse body.
- Ferrule terminals for clip mounting.
- Designed to protect semiconductor devices from overcurrents and short circuits.
- RoHS-compliant construction.
Reliable Protection for Sensitive Power Electronics
High-speed semiconductor fuses are designed to interrupt fault currents more rapidly than conventional general-purpose fuses. This rapid response helps prevent excessive let-through energy from damaging semiconductor junctions and associated electronic components.
The Mersen E085449 combines a very fast operating characteristic with a compact cartridge design and very high breaking capacity. Its clip-mounted construction also allows convenient inspection and replacement during routine maintenance while providing secure protection within industrial electronic assemblies.
Typical Applications
- Semiconductor protection circuits.
- Industrial power converters.
- Inverters and rectifier equipment.
- Variable speed drive control circuits.
- Industrial power supplies.
- Automation and electronic control equipment.
- Instrumentation and testing systems.
- OEM electronic assemblies.
Technical Specifications
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| Current | 16 A | |
|---|---|---|
| Voltage | 500 V | |
| Device Type | Fuse link | |
| Fuse Type | Miniature, Semiconductor | |
| Fuse Size | 6.3x32 mm | |
| Fuse Class | Fast acting | |
| Manufacturer | Mersen | |
| Series | Semiconductor Miniature Fuses Size 6 × 32 FA 500 V | |
| Model | E085449 | |
| Catalogue number | MI6FA50V16 | |
| Product type | High-speed miniature semiconductor fuse | |
| Rated current | 16 A | |
| Rated voltage | 500 V AC | |
| Current type | AC | |
| Operating characteristic | Very fast-acting, FA | |
| Fuse size | 6.3 × 32 mm | |
| Body material | Ceramic | |
| Terminal type | Ferrule | |
| Mounting type | Clip mounting | |
| Breaking capacity | Very high breaking capacity | |
| Application | Semiconductor and sensitive electronic component protection | |
| EAN / UPC | 3605340069686 | |
| Environmental compliance | RoHS compliant |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Mersen E085449 used for?
The Mersen E085449 provides very fast overcurrent and short-circuit protection for sensitive semiconductor devices and industrial electronic equipment.
What are the current and voltage ratings?
The E085449 has a rated current of 16 A and a rated voltage of 500 V AC.
What size is the Mersen E085449?
The fuse has a compact ceramic cartridge body measuring 6.3 × 32 mm.
How is the E085449 installed?
The E085449 has ferrule terminals and is designed for clip mounting inside a compatible 6.3 × 32 mm fuse holder or equipment fuse assembly.
Is the E085449 suitable for general cable protection?
No. It is a very fast-acting FA fuse intended primarily for protecting sensitive semiconductor devices and electronic components rather than general-purpose electrical cables.
Trusted for High-Speed Electronic Protection
Mersen miniature semiconductor fuses are trusted by equipment manufacturers, automation engineers and maintenance professionals to provide compact, rapid and dependable protection for sensitive power electronic components.
