Bussmann 170M3664 Eaton Series High-Speed Square Body Fuse, 160A, Class aR
The Bussmann 170M3664 is an Eaton Bussmann series high-speed square body fuse engineered for demanding semiconductor protection applications. Rated 700V (UL) / 690V (IEC) and 160A with a 200 kAIC interrupt rating, this Class aR fuse is built for accompanied semiconductor protection where fast, reliable clearing is essential. The square body design features center bolted tags with blade end X blade end termination, giving it a secure, compact footprint in power electronics and drive systems where dependable overcurrent protection is critical.
Key Features
- Amperage Rating: 160A for robust current-carrying capacity in high-power semiconductor circuits.
- Voltage Rating: 700V (UL) / 690V (IEC) for use in demanding AC power distribution systems.
- Interrupt Rating: 200 kAIC delivers high fault-current interrupting capability for critical protection duty.
- Square Body Construction: Square body with center bolted tags for a compact, rigid mounting footprint.
- Blade End X Blade End Termination: Blade-to-blade connection style for straightforward busbar or fuse-holder mounting.
- Class aR Utilization Category: Accompanied semiconductor protection (aR), designed to work alongside other overcurrent devices safeguarding semiconductors.
- Clearing I2t: 7500 at 660V for predictable, fast-clearing let-through performance.
- Pre-Arc I2t: 1100 for consistent, repeatable energy let-through characteristics.
Certifications & Compliance
- UL Recognized
- CE Marked
Technical Specifications
- Amperage Rating: 160 A
- Application: Semiconductor protection
- Certifications: UL Recognized
- Clearing I2t: 7500 at 660 V
- Compliances: CE Marked
- Fuse Shape: Square body, center bolted tags
- Insulated Metal Gripping Lugs (IMGL): No
- Packaging Type: Standard
- Pre Arc I2t: 1100
- Product Height: 65 mm
- Product Length Depth: 305 mm
- Product Weight: 319 g
- Product Width: 145 mm
- Utilization Category: aR (accompanied semiconductor protection)
- Voltage Rating: 690 V
- Voltage Type: AC
- Watt Losses: 30 W
Typical Applications
- Semiconductor Protection
- Power Electronics and Variable Frequency Drive Systems
- High-Speed Overcurrent Protection for Solid-State Devices
- Industrial Power Distribution Equipment
- Accompanied Protection Alongside Other Overcurrent Devices
Why Bussmann?
Bussmann by Eaton is a trusted name in circuit protection, and the 170M3664 reflects that standard with UL Recognized listing and CE Marked compliance. Its square body, center-bolted-tag design and Class aR utilization category make it a dependable choice for engineers specifying semiconductor protection in demanding power electronics applications. With defined clearing and pre-arc I2t characteristics, the 170M3664 delivers consistent, code-compliant performance for professional electrical and industrial installations.
Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- Amperage Rating:
- 160 A
- Application:
- semiconductor protection
- Certifications:
- UL Recognized
- Class:
- Class aR
- Clearing I2t:
- 7500 at 660 V
- Compliances:
- CE Marked
- Connection:
- Blade end x blade end
- Fuse Indicator:
- Other
- Fuse Shape:
- Square body, center bolted tags
- Insulated Metal Gripping Lugs Imgl:
- No
- Interrupt Rating:
- 200 kAIC
- Packaging Type:
- Standard
- Pre Arc I2t:
- 1100
- Product Height:
- 65 mm
- Product Length Depth:
- 305 mm
- Product Weight:
- 319 g
- Product Width:
- 145 mm
- Utilization Category:
- aR (accompanied semiconductor protection)
- Voltage Rating:
- 690 V
- Voltage Type:
- AC
- Watt Losses:
- 30 W
- Product Group:
- Fuses
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Subgroup:
- Other Fuses
- Product Type:
- Fuse
- Product Details:
- Fuse