Bussmann 170E-391 High-Speed Traction Fuse, Class aR, 40 kAIC
The Bussmann 170E-391 is an Eaton Bussmann series high-speed traction fuse engineered for demanding power semiconductor protection duty. Built to the Class aR utilization category, this fuse delivers a 40 kAIC interrupt rating for dependable short-circuit protection, plus a top-mounted fuse status indicator for a fast, at-a-glance condition check. This listing covers the 170E-391 family across 40A, 63A, and 125A amp ratings, so specifiers can match the fuse to the exact current requirements of the circuit.
Key Features
- Amp Rating Range: Available in 40A, 63A, and 125A ratings across the 170E-391 family to suit a range of traction and semiconductor circuit current demands.
- Interrupt Rating: Rated 40 kAIC for reliable interruption of high fault currents in demanding power electronics environments.
- Utilization Category: Class aR (accompanied semiconductor protection) designation for coordinated protection of power semiconductor devices such as diodes and thyristors.
- Fuse Status Indicator: Top-mounted status indicator lets technicians visually confirm fuse condition without removing the fuse from its mounting block.
- Fuse Body Design: Square body construction with offset bolted tags for secure, low-resistance connections in high-speed fuse mounting hardware.
- Packaging: Supplied in standard packaging for straightforward stocking, handling, and distribution.
Technical Specifications
- Utilization Category: aR (accompanied semiconductor protection)
- Packaging Type: Standard
- Fuse Shape: Square body, offset bolted tags
- Certifications: Contact factory
Typical Applications
- Traction and Rail Electrical Systems
- Semiconductor Device Protection Circuits
- Industrial Power Conversion and Drive Equipment
- High-Speed Fuse Protection Panels and Mounting Blocks
- Coordinated Power Semiconductor Protection Schemes
Why Bussmann?
Bussmann is a recognized name in circuit protection, and the 170E-391 high-speed traction fuse reflects that reputation with a robust square-body, offset-bolted-tag construction built for demanding semiconductor and traction protection duty. The Class aR utilization category and 40 kAIC interrupt rating support coordinated, code-conscious protection schemes, while the top fuse status indicator simplifies field verification across the 40A, 63A, and 125A range. Choose Bussmann for dependable, professional-grade high-speed fuse protection.
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Product Specs
- Product Group:
- Fuses
- Class:
- Class aR
- Utilization Category:
- aR (accompanied semiconductor protection)
- Packaging Type:
- Standard
- Product Type:
- Fuse
- Fuse Shape:
- Square body, offset bolted tags
- Product Details:
- Fuse
- Application:
- traction
- Product Subgroup:
- Other Fuses
- Department:
- Electrical
- Certifications:
- Contact factory
- Fuse Indicator:
- Top fuse status indicator
- Amperage Rating:
- 40A-125A
- Grade:
- Class aR
- Series:
- 170E