The demand for alternative energy has led to another
innovation from Cooper Bussmann, the industry leader
in circuit protection. Developing sophisticated solar
panel systems have accelerated the demand for high
performance fuses. The short-circuit conditions
associated with solar panels do not allow for sufficient
current to open a standard fuse in a way that effectively
isolates faulted photovoltaic (PV) strings. The new
Cooper Bussmann ® PV Fuse line provides a full range
of protection that traditional fuses cannot.
Low Level Fault Protection
• PV Fuses are full range fuses and can clear faults as
low as 1.3 x I (fuse rating) @ 1000Vdc. They are designed
specifically for thin film cell and 4??0??1, 5??0??1 and 6??0??1
crystalline silicon cell based panels.
Superior Cycling Withstand
• PV Fuses are tested to withstand cycling conditions
associated with solar panel system operation and
environmental influences.
1000Vdc Capacity
• PV Fuses are designed with a maximum 1000Vdc
operating voltage based on typical solar panel
systems with L/R of 1ms and below.
Globally Accepted 10x38mm Dimension
• All PV Fuse amp ratings are available with standard
ferrule, bolt and versatile PCB mount options.
