BLADE FUSE, 125 A, 690 VAC, 38.5 MM X 100 MM, STUD MOUNTING, MEETS DIN80 by GE Healthcare

Key Highlights

• The BLADE FUSE by GE Healthcare is designed to protect electrical circuits from excessive current, ensuring the safety and reliability of medical imaging systems.
• Featuring a blown fuse indicator, this device allows for quick identification of fuse status, minimizing downtime in critical clinical environments.
• With an extremely high interrupting rating, the fuse meets IEC standard 269.1 and 4, providing robust protection for power semiconductor devices.
• This semiconductor protection fuse is fast-acting and current-limiting, making it ideal for safeguarding against damaging short-circuit currents.
• Constructed with good wear and abrasion properties, the fuse is built to withstand demanding operational conditions typical in healthcare settings.

Compatible Systems & Use Cases

This BLADE FUSE is compatible with the PROTEUS imaging system and is suitable for various applications in radiology and ultrasound modalities. Its use is essential in protecting sensitive electronic components within medical devices, ensuring optimal performance and safety during operations.

Technical Specifications

Parameter	Value
Current Rating	125 A
Voltage Rating	690 VAC
Dimensions	38.5 mm x 100 mm
Mounting Type	Stud Mounting
Compliance	RoHS Compliant

Clinical and Service Value

The BLADE FUSE is an integral component for ensuring the operational integrity of medical imaging systems. By utilizing a fast-acting and current-limiting design, it protects sensitive semiconductor devices from the damaging effects of short circuits. This capability not only enhances the longevity of the equipment but also improves patient safety by maintaining the reliability of imaging results.

From a maintenance perspective, the blown fuse indicator streamlines the troubleshooting process, allowing biomedical engineers to quickly identify and replace faulty fuses. This efficiency reduces downtime and enhances workflow within healthcare facilities, ultimately contributing to better patient care. The robust construction and compliance with international standards further ensure that the BLADE FUSE meets the rigorous demands of modern medical environments.

Additional notes

The Fuse is an electrical device used to protect an electrical circuit from the effects of current that is higher than usual. This safety device consists of a strip of wire that melts and breaks an electric circuit when the current level exceeds a desired level. This special purpose fuse is a type of semiconductor protection fuse. The semiconductor fuses are fast acting and designed for the protection of power semiconductor devices. These fuses can be used when fast acting, current-limiting fuses are needed to deliver security against damaging effects of short-circuit currents. The fuse also comes with a blown fuse indicator. The blown fuse indicator helps to detect a blown fuse. The fuses houses a stud mounting plate with the help of which it can be securely mounted as per the requirement. The fuse has an extremely high interrupting rating to ensure protection to semiconductors according to IEC standard 269.1 and 4. Additional Features: Extremely high interrupting rating All overloads clearance Good wear and abrasion properties RoHS compliant