Bussmann 170M4171 Eaton Series High Speed Square Body Fuse, Class aR, 315A
The Bussmann 170M4171 is an Eaton Bussmann series high speed square body fuse engineered for semiconductor protection in demanding power electronics applications. Rated 315A with a voltage rating of 700V (UL) and 690V (IEC), this Class aR fuse delivers a 100 kAIC interrupt rating for reliable short-circuit protection. A top-mounted fuse status indicator provides quick visual confirmation of fuse condition, simplifying maintenance and troubleshooting in industrial control panels.
Key Features
- Amperage Rating: Rated 315A for high speed protection of semiconductor devices and power electronics.
- Voltage Rating: 700V (UL) and 690V (IEC) voltage ratings support use across UL and IEC-compliant systems.
- Interrupt Rating: 100 kAIC interrupt rating delivers dependable performance under high fault-current conditions.
- Square Body Construction: Square body design with slotted, center bolted tags for secure busbar mounting.
- Fuse Status Indicator: Top-mounted status indicator allows quick visual verification of fuse condition without disconnecting circuits.
- Utilization Category: Class aR (accompanied semiconductor protection) rating designed specifically to protect semiconductor devices.
- Application-Specific Design: Purpose-built for semiconductor protection applications where high speed clearing is critical.
Technical Specifications
- Amperage Rating: 315 A
- Application: semiconductor protection
- Compliances: Contact factory
- Fuse Shape: Square body, slotted center bolted tags
- Insulated Metal Gripping Lugs (IMGL): No
- Packaging Type: Standard
- Product Height: 62 mm
- Product Length Depth: 245 mm
- Product Weight: 152 g
- Product Width: 142 mm
- Utilization Category: aR (accompanied semiconductor protection)
- Voltage Rating: 1250 V
- Voltage Type: AC
Typical Applications
- Semiconductor Protection in Power Electronics
- Variable Frequency Drives and Motor Control Systems
- Industrial Power Conversion Equipment
- High Speed Fuse Applications for Solid-State Devices
- Panelboard and Switchgear Protection Circuits
Why Bussmann?
Bussmann by Eaton is a recognized leader in circuit protection, and the 170M4171 reflects that engineering standard with its high speed, Class aR design purpose-built for semiconductor protection. The square body construction, bolted tag connections, and top fuse status indicator combine to deliver dependable, code-compliant performance for professional electrical and power electronics installations. With a 100 kAIC interrupt rating and dual UL/IEC voltage ratings, this fuse is engineered for demanding industrial environments.
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Product Specs
- Amperage Rating:
- 315 A
- Application:
- semiconductor protection
- Class:
- Class aR
- Compliances:
- Contact factory
- Fuse Indicator:
- Top fuse status indicator
- Fuse Shape:
- Square body, slotted center bolted tags
- Insulated Metal Gripping Lugs Imgl:
- No
- Interrupt Rating:
- 100 kAIC
- Packaging Type:
- Standard
- Product Height:
- 62 mm
- Product Length Depth:
- 245 mm
- Product Weight:
- 152 g
- Product Width:
- 142 mm
- Utilization Category:
- aR (accompanied semiconductor protection)
- Voltage Rating:
- 1250 V
- Voltage Type:
- AC
- Product Group:
- Fuses
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Subgroup:
- Other Fuses
- Product Type:
- Fuse
- Product Details:
- Fuse