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MERSEN FUSE 6,9 GRB 72 D11A 0315 R2215921
The PC72GB69V315D1A fuse offers reliable high-speed circuit protection for industrial and power electronic applications, rated at 315A and 690VAC with integrated striker indication.
£101.19
Why Choose the Mersen V302698 High-Speed Semiconductor Fuse?
The Mersen V302698 is a premium Protistor® Size 72 square body high-speed semiconductor fuse engineered to provide reliable protection for modern power electronic equipment. Featuring a gR full-range operating characteristic, it protects semiconductor devices against both overloads and short-circuit faults, making it ideal for demanding industrial power conversion applications.
Part of the trusted Mersen Protistor® Size 72 gR series, the V302698 is manufactured using pure silver fuse elements embedded in solidified silica sand to deliver low let-through energy (I²t), high interrupting capacity and dependable long-term performance. Silver-plated contact surfaces and non-magnetic hardware ensure excellent electrical conductivity and reliability.
Rated at 315 A with a 690 V AC IEC voltage rating, the V302698 features DIN 110 blade terminals and an integrated striker indicator, making it suitable for industrial drives, converters, UPS systems, renewable energy equipment and other high-power semiconductor applications.
Key Advantages
- Full-range gR semiconductor fuse providing overload and short-circuit protection.
- 315 A current rating for industrial power applications.
- 690 V AC IEC voltage rating.
- Designed to protect IGBTs, thyristors, diodes and other semiconductor devices.
- Low I²t performance helps minimise damage during fault conditions.
- Integrated striker indicator simplifies maintenance and fuse monitoring.
Key Features
- Mersen Protistor® Size 72 semiconductor fuse.
- 315 A rated current.
- 690 V AC IEC voltage rating.
- gR full-range operating characteristic.
- Square body construction.
- DIN 110 blade terminals.
- Integrated striker indicator.
- Silver-plated contact surfaces for dependable electrical performance.
Reliable Protection for Industrial Power Electronics
Full-range gR semiconductor fuses are designed to protect expensive semiconductor devices against both overload and short-circuit conditions. Their fast response limits fault energy, helping extend equipment life while reducing maintenance costs and unplanned downtime in critical industrial installations.
The Mersen Protistor® Size 72 range is widely specified by OEMs and industrial engineers where dependable semiconductor protection, high interrupting capacity and low let-through energy are essential.
Typical Applications
- Variable frequency drives (VFDs).
- Industrial motor drives.
- Power converters.
- UPS systems.
- Renewable energy inverters.
- Industrial automation equipment.
- Traction and rail power systems.
Technical Specifications
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| Fuse Indication | Striker | |
|---|---|---|
| Fuse Type | Semiconductor | |
| Fuse Class | gR | |
| Voltage | 690 V | |
| Item number | V302698 | |
| Catalogue No | PC72GB69V315D1A | |
| Description | Square Body High-Speed Fuse Protistor® Size 72 gR 690VAC IEC 315A With Striker DIN 110 Blades | |
| EAN/UPC Code | 3605340355376 | |
| Rated voltage AC IEC | 690 V | |
| Ampere Rating | 315 A | |
| RoHS Compliant | Yes | |
| AC or DC | AC | |
| Speed/Characteristic | gR | |
| Fuse Size | 72 | |
| Mounting | Bolted | |
| Clearing I2t At Rated Voltage | 100 kA²s | |
| Melting I2t | 17 kA²s | |
| AC Max I.R./Breaking Capacity | I1: 150 kA | |
| Indication System | Yes | |
| Indication System Type | Striker | |
| Connection/Terminal Material | Silver-Plated Copper | |
| Connection/Terminal Type | DIN 110 Blades | |
| Product Width | 59 mm | |
| Product Length | 133.4 mm | |
| Product Height | 63 mm | |
| Sell Pack Quantity | 3 EA | |
| Sell Pack Weight | 2.1999 kg | |
| Sell Pack Width | 145 mm | |
| Sell Pack Length | 73 mm | |
| Sell Pack Height | 195 mm | |
| Product group | Semiconductor Protection Fuses | |
| Body/Insulating Material | Ceramic | |
| Product Weight | 0.7333 kg | |
| Power Dissipation at Rated Current Value | 57 W | |
| HS Code | 85361090 | |
| Country of Manufacture | France |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Mersen V302698 used for?
The V302698 is designed to provide full-range protection for semiconductor devices against overloads and short-circuit faults in industrial power electronic equipment.
What is the current rating of this fuse?
The Mersen V302698 has a 315 A current rating.
What voltage is the fuse rated for?
The fuse is rated for 690 V AC IEC.
What does the gR operating characteristic mean?
The gR characteristic provides full-range semiconductor protection, interrupting both overload and short-circuit faults.
Where is the V302698 commonly installed?
The fuse is commonly installed in industrial drives, converters, UPS systems, renewable energy equipment and other semiconductor-based power conversion systems.
Trusted for Industrial Semiconductor Protection
Mersen Protistor® semiconductor fuses are trusted worldwide by OEMs and industrial engineers for delivering dependable protection of critical semiconductor devices in demanding industrial power systems.
