170M5616 Bussmann - Fuse
170M5616 Description
Bussmann makes the 170M5616, a 1000 A fuse. It protects power semiconductors such as diodes, thyristors and IGBTs from short-circuit damage in drives, rectifiers and UPS systems.
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Summary of Features
Bussmann 170M5616 is a high speed square body semiconductor fuse, US style (bolted tags), size 2, 1000 A, 690 V / 700 V IEC, -FU/- without indicator.
Target Applications
Bussmann 170M5616 is used for protection of power semiconductors (diodes, thyristors and IGBT modules) in rectifiers, AC and DC drives, inverters, UPS systems, soft starters and other power conversion equipment.
Key Specifications
Bussmann 170M5616 is a high speed square body semiconductor fuse, US style (bolted tags), size 2, 1000 A, 690 V / 700 V IEC, -FU/- without indicator. Source: Bussmann Square Body US Style 690V/700V 40-2000A datasheet (BIF 720023). Values at 25°C unless noted.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Rated current | 1000 A RMS |
| Rated voltage | 690 V / 700 V IEC |
| Body size | 2 |
| Style | US style (bolted tags) |
| Indicator | -FU/- without indicator |
| Pre-arc I²t | 180000 A²s |
| Clearing I²t at 660 V (power factor 15%) | 1250000 A²s |
| Watts loss at rated current | 115 W |
| Interrupting rating | 200 kA RMS symmetrical (estimated 300 kA) |
| Overall length (B) | 135 mm |
| Mounting centres (C1 / C2) | 105 / 78 mm |
| Body A x D x E | 50 x 77 x 61 mm |
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