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MERSEN FUSE 6,9 URT 217/65 6,9URT217/65
British Standard fuse-link Protistor® 2x17x49 gR 690V AC UL 65A providing reliable circuit protection for industrial and commercial applications.
£48.50
Why Choose the Mersen G075906 Protistor® High-Speed Fuse?
The Mersen G075906, catalogue number BS217UT69V65, is a Protistor® high-speed semiconductor fuse designed for the protection of sensitive power semiconductor devices. Manufactured in a 2 × 17 × 49 mm British Standard format, it features a 65 A current rating, 690 V AC IEC rating and 700 V AC/DC UL approval, making it suitable for demanding industrial power electronic applications.
With its gR operating characteristic, the G075906 provides full-range semiconductor protection against both overloads and short-circuit faults. Its extremely high breaking capacity and low let-through energy help safeguard IGBTs, thyristors, diodes and rectifiers used in drives, converters, UPS systems and renewable energy equipment.
As part of Mersen's trusted Protistor® BS88-4 range, this fuse is engineered to deliver reliable protection, excellent current-limiting performance and dependable operation in critical industrial installations.
Key Advantages
- High-speed semiconductor protection fuse.
- 65 A current rating.
- 690 V AC IEC and 700 V AC/DC UL ratings.
- gR characteristic providing full-range semiconductor protection.
- Extremely high breaking capacity.
- Low let-through energy helps protect valuable semiconductor devices.
- Suitable for industrial drives, UPS systems, converters and renewable energy systems.
Key Features
- Manufacturer: Mersen
- Series: Protistor®
- Reference number: G075906
- Catalogue number: BS217UT69V65
- Fuse type: British Standard semiconductor fuse
- Protection characteristic: gR
- Fuse size: 2 × 17 × 49 mm
- Terminal type: Bolted connections
Reliable Protection for Industrial Power Electronics
The Protistor® BS217UT69V65 fuse is specifically engineered to interrupt fault currents before excessive thermal energy can damage sensitive semiconductor devices. Its current-limiting characteristics and low I²t values help improve equipment reliability, reduce maintenance costs and extend the service life of industrial power electronic systems.
Typical Applications
- Variable frequency drives (VFDs).
- Industrial motor drives.
- UPS systems.
- Power converters.
- Industrial rectifiers.
- Renewable energy inverters.
- Industrial automation equipment.
- Power supplies.
Technical Specifications
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| Fuse Type | Semiconductor | |
|---|---|---|
| Fuse Class | aR | |
| Voltage | 690 V | |
| Item number | G075906 | |
| Catalogue No | BS217UT69V65 | |
| Description | British Standard fuse-link Protistor® 2x17x49 gR 690V AC UL 65A | |
| EAN/UPC Code | 3605340012897 | |
| Rated voltage AC UL | 700 V | |
| Rated voltage DC UL | 700 V | |
| Rated voltage AC IEC | 690 V | |
| Ampere Rating | 65 A | |
| AC or DC | AC | |
| Speed/Characteristic | aR | |
| Fuse Size | 2x17x49 | |
| Mounting | Bolted | |
| Clearing I2t At Rated Voltage | 2270 A²s | |
| Melting I2t | 210 A²s | |
| AC Max I.R./Breaking Capacity | I1: 200 kA | |
| Connection/Terminal Material | Copper | |
| Connection/Terminal Type | L Brackets | |
| Product Width | 36.7 mm | |
| Product Length | 90.2 mm | |
| Product Height | 18.5 mm | |
| Sell Pack Quantity | 5 EA | |
| Sell Pack Weight | 0.414 kg | |
| Sell Pack Width | 103 mm | |
| Sell Pack Length | 195 mm | |
| Sell Pack Height | 24 mm | |
| Product group | Semiconductor Protection Fuses | |
| Body/Insulating Material | Ceramic | |
| Product Weight | 0.0828 kg | |
| Power Dissipation at Rated Current Value | 17.4 W | |
| HS Code | 85361090 | |
| Country of Manufacture | India |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Mersen G075906 used for?
It protects semiconductor devices including IGBTs, thyristors, rectifiers and diodes against overload and short-circuit faults.
What is the current rating?
The Mersen G075906 has a rated current of 65 A.
What voltage is the fuse rated for?
It is rated at 690 V AC (IEC) and 700 V AC/DC (UL).
What does the gR characteristic mean?
The gR characteristic provides full-range protection against overloads and short-circuit faults for semiconductor devices.
Which applications commonly use this fuse?
Typical applications include industrial drives, UPS systems, converters, rectifiers, renewable energy systems and other semiconductor-based power electronic equipment.
Trusted Semiconductor Protection Worldwide
Mersen Protistor® semiconductor fuses are trusted worldwide for delivering dependable protection of valuable power electronic equipment across industrial automation, renewable energy and power conversion applications.
