Mersen Y302218 - Square Body High-Speed Fuse Protistor® Size 73 gR 450VDC IEC 500VDC UL 700A With Striker Flush ends metric threads
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Y302218

Alternate Item Number: D73GB45V700TF


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Overview

The Mersen Y302218 Protistor® High-Speed Fuse (SKU: Y302218) is a square body fuse-link engineered for critical protection of semiconductor devices, including diodes, thyristors, GTOs, and IGBTs. This gR-rated fuse delivers precise, high-speed interruption with a rated current of 700A and a breaking capacity of 150kA, making it ideal for power conversion equipment in industrial and utility applications. Key specifications include a rated voltage of 450VDC (IEC) and 500VDC (UL), with a pre-arcing I²t of 114 kA²s and clearing I²t of 900 kA²s at rated voltage. The fuse element is constructed from pure silver, embedded in solidified sand to optimize arc management and minimize energy let-through. Flush ends with metric threads ensure versatile mounting, while silver-plated contact surfaces and non-magnetic hardware enhance reliability and longevity. The Y302218 features a striker for trip indication, enabling visual or remote monitoring via a low-voltage trip-indicator and microswitch activation. With a power dissipation of 135W at rated current, this fuse-link is designed for high-efficiency operation in demanding environments. The package weight is 1.22 kg, and all hardware is optimized for non-magnetic performance. Applications include protection of power converters, motor drives, renewable energy systems, and industrial power supplies where semiconductor devices require fast, accurate fault interruption. The Protistor® line from Mersen is trusted for its precision engineering and adherence to international standards (IEC 500VDC, UL 700A).
  • Rated current: 700A with 150kA breaking capacity
  • Voltage ratings: 450VDC (IEC) / 500VDC (UL)
  • gR-rated for semiconductor protection (diodes, thyristors, IGBTs)
  • Pure silver fuse element with solidified sand arc management
  • Striker for trip indication and optional microswitch activation
  • Flush ends with metric threads for versatile mounting
  • Power dissipation: 135W at rated current
  • Pre-arcing I²t: 114 kA²s, clearing I²t: 900 kA²s
  • Silver-plated contacts and non-magnetic hardware
  • Package weight: 1.22 kg

Specifications

Amperage Rating
700 A
Application
Protection of inverters, motor drives, UPS systems and similar 600V or less equipments.
Brand Name
Mersen
Case
Ceramic
Connection
End Contact with Threaded Holes
Connection Type
Flush ends with metric threads
Current Rating
700A
DC Voltage Rating
500 V
Material
Pure Silver
Mounting
Bolted
Mounting Type
Square Body
Series
Protistor®
Size
2.91 x 2.87 x 3.09 in
Size
74 x 73 x 78.5 mm
Size
Size 73 gR
Special Features
Multiple body sizes and terminals or blades combination gR Class according to IEC 60269-4 and VDE 636-23 Low I²t for improved semiconductor protection Extremely fast acting Eliminate all overloads Excellent cycling capability
Standard
IEC 60269-4 Compliance UL/CSA Recognized E76491 CCC GB 1359.4
Sub Brand
Protistor®
Type
Square Body High-Speed Fuse-Links DC Protection
Type Of Indicators
Striker
Voltage Rating
500 V
Voltage Rating
450VDC/500VDC
Wattage
94 W
Package Dimensions (L x W x H)
2.91 in x 2.87 in x 3.09 in
Package Dimensions (L x W x H)
74 mm x 73 mm x 78.5 mm
Package Weight (Imperial)
2.436 lb
Package Weight (Metric)
1.105 kg
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