Mersen L220948 - Square Body High-Speed Fuse Protistor® Size 2x123 gR 660VDC IEC 1600A With Striker metric threads
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L220948

Alternate Item Number: D2123GB66V16CTF


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Overview

The Mersen L220948 Protistor® fuse-link is engineered for high-speed DC protection in demanding applications, notably railway power and auxiliary circuits. This Size 2x123 gR fuse offers superior performance with lower I²t values, minimizing damage to protected components during short circuits. Its design ensures operation at elevated temperatures and reduced watts loss for improved efficiency and operational longevity. The L220948 features a 660VDC rating and a 1600A current capacity, equipped with metric threads on its striker for precise system integration. Classified as gR, it is specifically suited for semiconductor protection, providing rapid and reliable fault current interruption. This Mersen fuse-link (SKU: L220948) is built for high reliability in critical DC power distribution systems, offering a robust solution for safeguarding sensitive equipment. Key specifications include a 660VDC rated voltage and 1600A rated current, with a breaking capacity of 200 kA. The pre-arcing I²t is 555 kA²s and clearing I²t is 2900 kA²s at rated voltage. Power dissipation at rated current is 240W.
  • Mersen Protistor® Size 2x123 gR high-speed fuse-link
  • Rated for 660VDC and 1600A
  • High breaking capacity of 200 kA
  • gR classification for semiconductor protection
  • Features striker with metric threads for secure mounting

Specifications

Amperage Rating
1600 A
Application
Protection of inverters Protection of motor drives Protection of UPS systems Railway power and auxiliary circuits Similar 750VDC or less equipments
Brand Name
Mersen
Case
Ceramic
Connection Type
metric threads
Current Rating
1600 A
DC Voltage Rating
660 V
Mounting
Bolted
Mounting Type
metric threads
Series
Protistor®
Size
Size 2x123 gR
Size
Size 2x123
Size
5.83 x 6.26 x 2.87 in
Size
148 x 159 x 73 mm
Special Features
Multiple body sizes and terminals or blades combination Very low I²t Extremely fast acting Eliminate all overloads Excellent cycling capability
Sub Brand
Protistor®
Type
Square Body High-Speed Fuse-Links DC Protection
Type Of Indicators
Striker
Voltage Rating
660 V
Package Dimensions (L x W x H)
5.83 in x 6.26 in x 2.87 in
Package Dimensions (L x W x H)
148 mm x 159 mm x 73 mm
Package Weight (Imperial)
9.381 lb
Package Weight (Metric)
4.255 kg
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What industries and applications are Mersen products used for?

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What accessories are available for Mersen products?

Mersen offers multiple accessories for their fuse blocks and systems, including safety pullers (DFC3M and DFC3LP), DIN-rail adapters (DRM), bus bars, auxiliary contacts, and specialized mounting hardware. Key accessories include the DFC3M safety puller for 1-1/2" x 13/32" midget or Class CC fuses, the DRM adapter for mounting 303 series fuse blocks on DIN-rail, and UltraSafe fuse module accessories like bus bars and auxiliary contacts that enable module interconnection and monitoring.

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