170M6517 Bussmann - Fuse
170M6517 Description
170M6517 is a 1400 A fuse made by Bussmann. 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 170M6517 is a high speed square body semiconductor fuse, size 3, flush end contact, 1400 A, 690 V IEC / 700 V UL, with -G/- visual indicator.
Target Applications
Bussmann 170M6517 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 170M6517 is a high speed square body semiconductor fuse, size 3, flush end contact, 1400 A, 690 V IEC / 700 V UL, with -G/- visual indicator. Source: Bussmann Square Body Flush End Contact 690V/700V 40-2000A datasheet (BIF 720019). Values at 25°C unless noted.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Rated current | 1400 A RMS |
| Rated voltage | 690 V IEC / 700 V UL |
| Body size | 3 |
| Contact type | Flush end contact |
| Indicator | -G/- visual indicator |
| Pre-arc I²t | 370000 A²s |
| Clearing I²t at 660 V (power factor 15%) | 2450000 A²s |
| Watts loss at rated current | 155 W |
| Interrupting rating | 200 kA RMS symmetrical (estimated 300 kA) |
| Main dimensions A / B / D / E | 51 / 53 / 92 / 76 mm (see datasheet drawing) |
| Contact thread | M12 |
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