Bussmann 170E9498 High-Speed Square Body Fuse, 500A Class aR, 7000V

Bussmann 170E9498 High-Speed Square Body Fuse, 500A Class aR, 7000V

The Bussmann 170E9498 is an Eaton Bussmann series high-speed square body fuse engineered for demanding power electronics duty. Rated 500A with a 50 kAIC interrupt rating and a 7000V voltage rating, this Class aR fuse is built for accompanied semiconductor protection where fast-acting current-limiting performance is essential. A top-mounted fuse status indicator gives installers and maintenance staff a quick visual check on fuse condition without pulling the unit, and the square body, flush end contact design supports compact mounting in high-speed fuse blocks and holders.

Key Features

• Amperage Rating: 500A rating delivers reliable overcurrent protection for high-current power electronics circuits.
• Interrupt Rating: 50 kAIC short-circuit interrupting capacity for demanding industrial power applications.
• Class aR Construction: Utilization Category aR provides accompanied semiconductor protection alongside other overcurrent devices.
• Voltage Rating: 7000V rating suits high-voltage power electronics and semiconductor protection schemes.
• Square Body Design: Square body with flush end contacts for a compact, high-speed fuse footprint.
• Top Fuse Status Indicator: Visual status indicator mounted on top of the fuse for fast condition checks during maintenance.
• Physical Dimensions: 76 mm height, 168 mm length/depth, and 95 mm width for fit verification in fuse holders and enclosures.

Technical Specifications

• Amperage Rating: 500 A
• Compliances: Contact factory
• Fuse Shape: Square body, flush end contacts
• Packaging Type: Standard
• Product Height: 76 mm
• Product Length Depth: 168 mm
• Product Weight: 136.8 g
• Product Width: 95 mm
• Utilization Category: aR (accompanied semiconductor protection)
• Voltage Rating: 7000 V

Typical Applications

• Power Electronics and Semiconductor Protection
• Motor Drives and Variable Frequency Drives
• Industrial Power Distribution Systems
• High-Speed Circuit Protection Panels
• Commercial and Industrial Electrical Installations

Why Bussmann?

Bussmann, an Eaton series, engineers high-speed fuses like the 170E9498 to protect sensitive semiconductor and power electronics equipment where standard fuses fall short. With a 500A, 7000V, 50 kAIC Class aR rating and a square body design built for accompanied semiconductor protection, this fuse is suited to professional industrial power applications that demand dependable, code-aware overcurrent protection.