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MERSEN FUSE DII-SI.EINSATZ 20A 500V GR DIIGR50V20
Mersen T215596 DIIGR50V20 DII semiconductor fuse-link with 20 A rating, 500 V AC operation and gR characteristic for high-speed protection of power electronic equipment.
Why Choose the Mersen T215596 DIIGR50V20 Semiconductor Fuse-link?
The Mersen T215596 (DIIGR50V20) is a premium DII Diazed gR semiconductor fuse-link engineered to provide ultra-fast protection for sensitive semiconductor devices and power electronic equipment. Manufactured by Mersen, a global specialist in electrical protection, this fuse is specifically designed to minimise damage caused by short-circuit faults in industrial power conversion applications.
Featuring a 20 A current rating, 500 V AC operating voltage and a DII screw fuse format with E27 thread, the T215596 is ideally suited for protecting variable speed drives, rectifiers, thyristors, UPS systems and industrial inverters. Its gR operating characteristic delivers extremely fast fault interruption, helping to protect valuable semiconductor components from excessive fault energy.
Manufactured with a robust ceramic body and offering a 50 kA breaking capacity, the T215596 provides dependable protection in demanding industrial environments. Designed in accordance with recognised VDE and DIN standards, it delivers consistent performance where high-speed semiconductor protection is essential.
Key Advantages
- High-performance gR semiconductor protection fuse-link.
- 20 A current rating for industrial power electronics.
- 500 V AC rated voltage.
- 50 kA breaking capacity for dependable fault interruption.
- Ultra-fast operation protects expensive semiconductor devices.
- Durable ceramic construction for long service life.
Key Features
- Manufacturer: Mersen.
- Item number: T215596.
- Catalogue number: DIIGR50V20.
- DII Diazed semiconductor fuse-link.
- gR ultra-fast operating characteristic.
- 20 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, significantly limiting the energy reaching sensitive semiconductor devices. This helps reduce equipment damage, minimise downtime and improve overall system reliability.
The Mersen T215596 is ideal for protecting variable speed drives, industrial converters, rectifiers, UPS systems, soft starters and other semiconductor-based equipment where ultra-fast fault clearance is essential.
Typical Applications
- Variable speed drives (VSDs).
- Industrial inverters and converters.
- Rectifiers and thyristor equipment.
- UPS systems.
- Motor control equipment.
- Industrial switchgear and control panels.
Technical Specifications
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| Current | 20 A | |
|---|---|---|
| Voltage | 500 V | |
| Device Type | Fuse link | |
| Fuse Type | D / D0 (Neozed/Diazed), Semiconductor | |
| Fuse Size | DII | |
| Fuse Class | gR | |
| Manufacturer | Mersen | |
| Model | T215596 | |
| Catalogue number | DIIGR50V20 | |
| Product type | Diazed semiconductor fuse-link | |
| Fuse size | DII | |
| Thread size | E27 | |
| Operating class | gR | |
| Rated current | 20 A | |
| Rated voltage | 500 V AC | |
| Breaking capacity | 50 kA | |
| Body material | Ceramic | |
| Minimum operating temperature | -40°C | |
| Standards | VDE 0636, DIN 49360 / DIN 49515 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Mersen T215596 used for?
The T215596 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 20 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.
