Electrical, Specialty Fuses

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
170M5066

170M5066

Eaton

FUSE SQUARE 1KA 700VAC RECT

0

170M6067

170M6067

Eaton

FUSE SQUARE 1.4KA 700VAC RECT

0

FNQ-R-1-1/2

FNQ-R-1-1/2

Eaton

FUSE CARTRIDGE 1.5A 600VAC 5AG

50

170M4009

170M4009

Eaton

FUSE SQUARE 250A 700VAC RECT

0

170M3220

170M3220

Eaton

FUSE SQUARE 450A 700VAC RECT

0

KTK-R-12

KTK-R-12

Eaton

FUSE CARTRIDGE 12A 600VAC 5AG

4

FWK-50A25F

FWK-50A25F

Eaton

FUSE CARTRIDGE 50A 750VAC/VDC

0

170M6264

170M6264

Eaton

FUSE SQUARE 1KA 700VAC RECT

0

170M4146

170M4146

Eaton

FUSE SQUARE 550A 1.3KVAC RECT

0

BFW-3

BFW-3

Eaton

BUSS FUSE WIRE .031 DIA.

0

C22G63S

C22G63S

Eaton

FUSE CARTRIDGE 63A 690VAC

0

170M1413

170M1413

Eaton

FUSE SQUARE 40A 700VAC RECT

0

170M6140

170M6140

Eaton

FUSE SQUARE 400A 1.3KVAC RECT

0

FWP-25B

FWP-25B

Eaton

FUSE CARTRIDGE 25A 700VAC/VDC

0

LP-CC-6

LP-CC-6

Eaton

FUSE CARTRIDGE 6A 600VAC/150VDC

17

170M6259

170M6259

Eaton

FUSE SQUARE 550A 700VAC RECT

0

170M4068

170M4068

Eaton

FUSE SQUARE 800A 700VAC RECT

0

170M3171

170M3171

Eaton

FUSE SQUARE 500A 700VAC RECT

0

FRS-R-600

FRS-R-600

Eaton

FUSE CRTRDGE 600A 600VAC/300VDC

1

170M4394

170M4394

Eaton

FUSE SQUARE 450A 1.3KVAC RECT

0

Electrical, Specialty Fuses

1. Overview

Specialty fuses are precision-engineered circuit protection devices designed to safeguard electrical systems under specific abnormal conditions. Unlike general-purpose fuses, these devices offer tailored performance characteristics for specialized applications, including fast response times, high current interruption capabilities, and environmental resistance. Their importance in modern technology stems from their ability to protect sensitive electronics in critical systems such as medical devices, aerospace equipment, and renewable energy systems.

2. Main Types & Functional Classification

TypeFunctional FeaturesApplication Examples
Current-limiting FusesInterrupt fault currents within milliseconds using special fillersIndustrial motor drives, power distribution panels
Semiconductor FusesMaintain I2t values below 10A s for sensitive component protectionVariable frequency drives, battery management systems
Resettable Fuses (PTC)Automatically reset after fault clearanceConsumer electronics, automotive circuits
High-voltage FusesRated above 1kV with arc suppression technologyEV charging stations, grid-tied solar inverters
Time-delay FusesWithstand temporary current surges without trippingCompressors, transformers, medical imaging equipment

3. Structure & Composition

Typical construction includes: - Ceramic or glass reinforced polymer housing - Silver-plated copper/zinc alloy contacts - Specialized fuse element with controlled melting points - Arc quenching materials (e.g., silica sand) - Temperature-compensated mechanical linkages

4. Key Technical Parameters

ParameterImportanceTypical Range
Voltage RatingDefines maximum operating voltage32V-15kV
Current RatingDetermines normal operation threshold0.1A-2000A
Response TimeTime to interrupt fault current1ms-10s
I2t Let-throughEnergy withstand capability10-1000A s
Ambient Temperature RangeOperational environmental limits-55 C to +125 C

5. Application Fields

Primary industries include: - Industrial automation (PLC systems, CNC machines) - Automotive (EV battery protection, ADAS systems) - Renewable energy (solar inverters, wind turbine controls) - Medical equipment (MRI scanners, patient monitors) - Telecommunications (base stations, data center UPS)

6. Leading Manufacturers & Products

ManufacturerRepresentative ProductKey Features
LittelfuseSSL SeriesSurface-mount PTC for automotive applications
Bussmann170M SeriesCurrent-limiting semiconductor fuse
EatonXLP PlusHigh-performance current-limiting fuse
TE ConnectivityMini29Compact automotive blade fuse

7. Selection Guidelines

Key considerations: 1. Determine circuit voltage/current requirements 2. Analyze fault current characteristics 3. Consider environmental factors (temperature, vibration) 4. Verify compliance with standards (UL/IEC) 5. Evaluate replacement accessibility 6. Calculate required breaking capacity

8. Industry Trends

Emerging developments: - Graphene-enhanced PTC materials for faster response - Integration with IoT-enabled condition monitoring - Miniaturization for 5G infrastructure applications - Environmental compliance with RoHS/REACH standards - Development of hybrid fuse-circuit breaker devices - Increased adoption in EV battery management systems

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