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MERSEN FUSE 6,9 GRB 17 P 63 6,9GRB17P63
British Standard fuse-link Protistor® 17×49 gR 690VAC IEC 63A With Striker providing reliable protection for high-voltage industrial systems with integrated striker for fuse status indication.
£39.69
Why Choose the Mersen P220997 Protistor® High-Speed Fuse?
The Mersen P220997 is an industrial high-speed semiconductor protection fuse designed to safeguard sensitive power electronic components against damaging short-circuit and overcurrent conditions. As part of Mersen’s specialist circuit-protection portfolio, it provides rapid fault interruption for equipment in which conventional general-purpose fuses may not operate quickly enough.
The P220997 is suitable for use with power semiconductors found in variable frequency drives, rectifiers, inverters, converters and uninterruptible power supplies. Its fast operating response helps restrict the amount of fault energy reaching protected components, reducing the likelihood of extensive equipment damage and prolonged operational downtime.
Engineered for demanding electrical installations, the Mersen P220997 fuse-link offers robust construction, dependable performance and straightforward integration into a compatible fuse holder or mounting assembly. It is an effective replacement component for the maintenance and repair of industrial power-control equipment.
Key Advantages
- High-speed fuse designed for semiconductor protection.
- Rapid fault clearance helps minimise damage to sensitive components.
- Limits the electrical energy transmitted during short-circuit conditions.
- Reliable performance in demanding industrial power applications.
- Suitable for drives, inverters, rectifiers and power converters.
- Supports the maintenance and repair of critical electrical equipment.
Key Features
- Mersen industrial circuit-protection product.
- Manufacturer reference: P220997.
- High-speed operating characteristic.
- Designed for protecting power semiconductor devices.
- Robust industrial fuse-link construction.
- Fast interruption of damaging fault currents.
- Suitable for use in power electronic assemblies.
- Compatible with an appropriately rated fuse holder or mounting system.
Reliable Protection for Power Electronics
Power semiconductor devices can be damaged by fault energy before a conventional fuse has time to operate. High-speed fuses such as the Mersen P220997 are engineered to respond rapidly, interrupting excessive current and limiting the energy allowed to pass through the protected circuit.
This specialised protection helps preserve valuable components, improve equipment reliability and reduce the cost of unplanned maintenance. Mersen high-speed fuse-links are widely specified in industrial systems where dependable semiconductor protection is essential to continuous operation.
Typical Applications
- Variable frequency drives and motor-control equipment.
- Industrial rectifiers and power converters.
- Inverter and power-conditioning systems.
- Uninterruptible power supplies.
- Industrial automation and control panels.
- Power semiconductor switching circuits.
Technical Specifications
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| Fuse Indication | Striker | |
|---|---|---|
| Fuse Type | Semiconductor | |
| Fuse Size | 17x49 mm | |
| Voltage | 690 V | |
| Item number | P220997 | |
| Catalogue No | BS17GB69V63P | |
| Description | British Standard fuse-link Protistor® 17x49 gR 690VAC IEC 63A With Striker | |
| EAN/UPC Code | 3605340249217 | |
| Rated voltage AC UL | 700 V | |
| Rated voltage DC UL | 600 V | |
| Rated voltage AC IEC | 690 V | |
| Ampere Rating | 63 A | |
| AC or DC | AC | |
| Fuse Size | 17x49 | |
| Mounting | Bolted | |
| Clearing I2t At Rated Voltage | 1950 A²s | |
| Melting I2t | 310 A²s | |
| AC Max I.R./Breaking Capacity | I1: 200 kA | |
| Design Details | gRB | |
| Indication System | Yes | |
| Indication System Type | Striker | |
| Connection/Terminal Material | Copper | |
| Connection/Terminal Type | L Brackets | |
| Product Diameter | 18.5 mm | |
| Product Width | 27 mm | |
| Product Length | 77.2 mm | |
| Product Height | 24 mm | |
| Sell Pack Quantity | 3 EA | |
| Sell Pack Weight | 0.18 kg | |
| Sell Pack Width | 110 mm | |
| Sell Pack Length | 140 mm | |
| Sell Pack Height | 40 mm | |
| Product group | Semiconductor Protection Fuses | |
| Body/Insulating Material | Ceramic | |
| Product Weight | 0.06 kg | |
| Power Dissipation at Rated Current Value | 14.5 W | |
| HS Code | 85361050 | |
| Country of Manufacture | India |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Mersen P220997 used for?
The Mersen P220997 is used to provide high-speed overcurrent and short-circuit protection for power semiconductor devices in industrial electrical equipment.
What equipment can the P220997 protect?
It is suitable for power electronic equipment such as variable frequency drives, rectifiers, converters, inverters and uninterruptible power supplies.
Why is a high-speed fuse used for semiconductor protection?
A high-speed fuse interrupts a fault rapidly and limits the energy reaching sensitive semiconductor components, helping prevent serious equipment damage.
Is the Mersen P220997 a general-purpose fuse?
No. It is intended primarily for specialised semiconductor and power-electronics protection rather than ordinary general-purpose circuit protection.
How should the P220997 be installed?
The fuse should be installed in a compatible and correctly rated fuse holder or mounting assembly, following the equipment manufacturer’s electrical and safety requirements.
Trusted for Industrial Circuit Protection
Mersen high-speed fuses are widely used by industrial engineers, panel builders and equipment manufacturers to protect critical power semiconductors and maintain reliable operation in demanding electrical systems.
