Bussmann 170M3146 High-Speed Square Body Fuse, Class aR, 315A
The Bussmann 170M3146 is an Eaton Bussmann series high-speed square body fuse engineered for demanding power electronics protection, rated 700V (UL) / 690V (IEC), 315A, with a 100 kAIC interrupt rating. Built to Class aR (accompanied semiconductor protection) per DIN 43620, it features a top fuse status indicator for quick visual inspection and a square body with slotted, center-bolted tags for secure bus-bar connections. This fuse is designed for high-speed clearing in semiconductor and power conversion circuits where rapid fault interruption is critical.
Key Features
- Amperage Rating: 315A for reliable overcurrent protection in demanding power circuits.
- Voltage Rating: 700V (UL), 690V (IEC), 1250V rated for use across UL and IEC-rated systems.
- Interrupt Rating: 100 kAIC high interrupting capacity for high fault-current applications.
- Fuse Shape: Square body with slotted, center-bolted tags for a secure, low-resistance connection.
- Status Indicator: Top fuse status indicator allows fast visual confirmation of fuse condition.
- Utilization Category: Class aR (accompanied semiconductor protection) for high-speed clearing performance.
- Clearing I2t: 115000 at 1000V, 150000 at 1250V; Pre-Arc I2t of 18500 for precise coordination.
- Watt Losses: 60W rated power dissipation.
Certifications & Compliance
- IEC Rated
- CE Marked
- Constructed to DIN 43620 dimensional standard
Technical Specifications
- Amperage Rating: 315 A
- Application: DC common bus, DC drives, power converters/rectifiers, reduced voltage starters
- Certifications: IEC Rated
- Clearing I2t: 115000 at 1000 V, 150000 at 1250 V
- Compliances: CE Marked
- Fuse Shape: Square body, slotted center bolted tags
- Insulated Metal Gripping Lugs (Imgl): No
- Packaging Type: Standard
- Pre Arc I2t: 18500
- Product Height: 65 mm
- Product Length Depth: 305 mm
- Product Weight: .071 g
- Product Width: 145 mm
- Utilization Category: aR (accompanied semiconductor protection)
- Voltage Rating: 1250 V
- Voltage Type: AC
- Watt Losses: 60 W
Typical Applications
- DC Common Bus Protection
- DC Drives
- Power Converters and Rectifiers
- Reduced Voltage Starters
- Semiconductor Protection Circuits
- Industrial Power Electronics Panels
Why Bussmann?
Bussmann by Eaton engineers high-speed fuses like the 170M3146 to deliver dependable, code-compliant semiconductor protection backed by CE marking and IEC ratings. With a robust square body construction, bolted tag connections, and a visible status indicator, this fuse gives professionals confidence in demanding DC drive and power conversion applications.
Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- Amperage Rating:
- 315 A
- Certifications:
- IEC Rated
- Class:
- Class aR
- Clearing I2t:
- 115000 at 1000 V, 150000 at 1250 V
- Compliances:
- CE Marked
- Fuse Indicator:
- Top fuse status indicator
- Fuse Shape:
- Square body, slotted center bolted tags
- Insulated Metal Gripping Lugs Imgl:
- No
- Interrupt Rating:
- 100 kAIC
- Mounting Method:
- DIN 43 620
- Packaging Type:
- Standard
- Pre Arc I2t:
- 18500
- Product Height:
- 65 mm
- Product Length Depth:
- 305 mm
- Product Weight:
- .071 g
- Product Width:
- 145 mm
- Utilization Category:
- aR (accompanied semiconductor protection)
- Voltage Rating:
- 1250 V
- Voltage Type:
- AC
- Watt Losses:
- 60 W
- Product Group:
- Fuses
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Subgroup:
- Other Fuses
- Product Type:
- Fuse
- Product Details:
- Fuse