Bussmann 170M3990 Eaton Series High-Speed Square Body Fuse, Class aR, 350A
The Bussmann 170M3990 is an Eaton series high-speed square body fuse engineered for semiconductor protection in demanding industrial power circuits. Rated 700V (UL) / 690V (IEC) with a 350A amperage rating and a 150 kAIC interrupt rating, this Class aR fuse is built to DIN 43 620 dimensions and features a top fuse status indicator for quick visual confirmation of fuse condition. As an accompanied semiconductor protection device (Utilization Category aR), it is designed to work alongside upstream overcurrent protection to safeguard sensitive power semiconductor components in industrial drives and power electronics.
Key Features
- Square Body Design: Square body fuse with slotted, center bolted tags built to DIN 43 620 dimensions for standardized mounting.
- Dimensions: Measures 305 mm in length/depth, 145 mm in width, and 65 mm in height, with a weight of 319 g.
- Voltage Rating: Rated 700V (UL) / 690V (IEC), with an additional 1000V AC voltage rating for high-voltage industrial systems.
- Amperage Rating: 350A continuous current rating sized for protecting power semiconductor circuits.
- Interrupt Rating: 150 kAIC interrupting rating delivers high fault-current clearing capability.
- Utilization Category aR: Accompanied semiconductor protection fuse (aR) designed for use alongside upstream backup protection.
- Top Fuse Status Indicator: Built-in visual indicator allows quick identification of a blown fuse without disconnecting circuits.
- Performance Data: Pre-arc I²t rating of 29000 and clearing I²t rating of 175000 at 1000V, with watt losses of 65W.
Certifications & Compliance
- IEC Rated
- CE Marked
Technical Specifications
- Amperage Rating: 350 A
- Application: semiconductor protection
- Certifications: IEC Rated
- Clearing I2t: 175000 at 1000 V
- Compliances: CE Marked
- Fuse Shape: Square body, slotted center bolted tags
- Insulated Metal Gripping Lugs (Imgl): No
- Packaging Type: Standard
- Pre Arc I2t: 29000
- 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: 1000 V
- Voltage Type: AC
- Watt Losses: 65 W
Typical Applications
- Semiconductor Protection
- Industrial Power Electronics
- Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) and Motor Drive Circuits
- High-Speed Circuit Protection for Power Semiconductors
- Switchgear and Panelboard Overcurrent Protection
Why Bussmann?
Bussmann by Eaton is a recognized name in circuit protection, and the 170M3990 reflects that standard with its DIN 43 620 square body construction, CE marked and IEC rated compliance, and documented pre-arc and clearing I²t performance data. For engineers and electricians protecting sensitive power semiconductor equipment, this Class aR high-speed fuse delivers dependable, code-compliant performance built for demanding industrial environments.
Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- Amperage Rating:
- 350 A
- Application:
- semiconductor protection
- Certifications:
- IEC Rated
- Class:
- Class aR
- Clearing I2t:
- 175000 at 1000 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:
- 150 kAIC
- Mounting Method:
- DIN 43 620
- Packaging Type:
- Standard
- Pre Arc I2t:
- 29000
- 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:
- 1000 V
- Voltage Type:
- AC
- Watt Losses:
- 65 W
- Product Group:
- Fuses
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Subgroup:
- Other Fuses
- Product Type:
- Fuse
- Product Details:
- Fuse