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MERSEN FUSE DII-SI.EINSATZ 16A 500V GR DIIGR50V16
Mersen T215090 DIIGR50V16 DII semiconductor fuse-link with 16 A rating, 500 V AC operation and gR characteristic for high-speed protection of power electronic equipment.
Why Choose the Mersen T215090 DIIGR50V16 Semiconductor Fuse-link?
The Mersen T215090 (DIIGR50V16) is a premium DII Diazed gR semiconductor fuse-link engineered to provide ultra-fast protection for sensitive power electronic equipment. Manufactured by Mersen, a global leader in electrical protection solutions, this fuse is specifically designed to safeguard semiconductor devices against damaging short-circuit currents while maintaining high system reliability.
Featuring a 16 A current rating, 500 V AC operating voltage and a DII screw fuse format with E27 thread, the T215090 is ideally suited for protecting rectifiers, thyristors, variable speed drives, UPS systems and industrial power conversion equipment. Its gR operating class delivers rapid fault interruption, helping to minimise damage to expensive semiconductor components.
Manufactured with a durable ceramic body and offering a 50 kA breaking capacity, the T215090 provides dependable performance in demanding industrial environments. Designed to recognised DIN and VDE standards, it delivers reliable protection wherever high-speed semiconductor fuses are required.
Key Advantages
- High-performance gR semiconductor protection fuse-link.
- 16 A current rating for industrial power electronics.
- 500 V AC rated voltage.
- 50 kA breaking capacity for dependable fault interruption.
- Ultra-fast operation helps protect sensitive semiconductor devices.
- Robust ceramic construction for long service life.
Key Features
- Manufacturer: Mersen.
- Item number: T215090.
- Catalogue number: DIIGR50V16.
- DII Diazed semiconductor fuse-link.
- gR ultra-fast operating characteristic.
- 16 A rated current.
- 500 V AC rated voltage.
- E27 thread size.
- High-speed semiconductor protection.
- Ceramic body construction.
Designed for High-Speed Semiconductor Protection
Unlike standard general-purpose fuse-links, gR semiconductor fuses are engineered to clear fault currents extremely quickly, limiting the energy reaching sensitive semiconductor devices. This helps protect valuable equipment and minimise downtime in industrial automation and power conversion systems.
The Mersen T215090 is ideal for protecting variable speed drives, soft starters, rectifiers, UPS systems, inverters and other semiconductor-based equipment where fast fault clearance is essential for maintaining system reliability.
Typical Applications
- Variable speed drives (VSDs).
- Industrial inverters and converters.
- Rectifiers and thyristor equipment.
- UPS systems.
- Motor control equipment.
- Industrial control panels and switchgear.
Technical Specifications
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| Current | 16 A | |
|---|---|---|
| Voltage | 500 V | |
| Device Type | Fuse link | |
| Fuse Type | D / D0 (Neozed/Diazed), Semiconductor | |
| Fuse Size | DII | |
| Fuse Class | gR | |
| Manufacturer | Mersen | |
| Model | T215090 | |
| Catalogue number | DIIGR50V16 | |
| Product type | Diazed semiconductor fuse-link | |
| Fuse size | DII | |
| Thread size | E27 | |
| Operating class | gR | |
| Rated current | 16 A | |
| Rated voltage | 500 V AC | |
| Breaking capacity | 50 kA | |
| Body material | Ceramic | |
| Minimum operating temperature | -40°C | |
| Standards | VDE 0636, DIN 49360 / 49515 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Mersen T215090 used for?
The T215090 provides ultra-fast protection for semiconductor devices and power electronic equipment against short-circuit faults.
What is the current rating of this fuse?
This fuse has a 16 A rated current.
What voltage is the fuse rated for?
The fuse is designed for operation up to 500 V AC.
What does the gR classification mean?
gR denotes a full-range semiconductor fuse designed to provide ultra-fast protection for power electronic devices.
Where is this fuse typically installed?
It is commonly installed in industrial drives, converters, UPS systems, rectifiers and other semiconductor-based electrical equipment.
Trusted for Semiconductor Circuit Protection
Mersen semiconductor fuse-links are trusted worldwide by OEMs, panel builders and industrial engineers to protect valuable power electronic equipment in demanding industrial applications.
