When Precision Meets Protection
In a solar farm in Arizona, 23,000 FERRAZ S097168 6.9URR36/200 fuses quietly protect $18M worth of photovoltaic equipment from voltage spikes. This isn’t magic – it’s precision engineering meeting real-world demands.
Technical Superpowers Revealed
The 690V-rated semiconductor fuse boasts:
- 36kA breaking capacity at 690VAC
- Ultra-fast 2ms arc extinction
- 200A continuous current rating
Its silver-sand construction enables 30% faster fault clearance than standard ceramic fuses, crucial for protecting IGBTs in modern VFDs.
Case Study: Cement Plant Rescue
When a German cement mill faced weekly motor drive failures, installing S097168 units reduced downtime by 92%. Maintenance chief Hans Weber noted: ‘These fuses outlasted our previous solution by 3:1 – we’ve cut fuse replacement costs by €14,000 annually.’
EV Charging’s Hidden Hero
With 750VDC fast-chargers becoming standard, FERRAZ’s solution handles:
- 5000+ surge cycles
- -40°C to 125°C operation
- IP67 protection rating
A Beijing charging network reported 99.98% uptime after switching to S097168, crucial when each minute of downtime costs $45 in lost revenue.
Why Engineers Choose This
Beyond specs, the 6.9URR36/200 offers:
- 30% smaller footprint vs competitors
- Visual status indicators
- Vibration-resistant design
As renewable energy grows 8.3% annually (IEA 2023), such components become the unsung heroes of our electrified future.
