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Indian Standard (Reaffirmed 2018)
(Reaffirmed 2024)

अल्प-वोल्टता फ्यूज
भाग 6 सौर फोटोवोल्टिक ऊर्जा प्रणाली की
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Low-Voltage Fuses
Part 6 Supplementary Requirements
for Fuse-Links for the Protection of
Solar Photovoltaic Energy Systems

ICS 29.120.50

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Fuses Sectional Committee ETD 39

NATIONAL FOREWORD
This Indian Standard (Part 6) which is identical with IEC 60269-6 : 2010 ‘Low-voltage fuses —
Part 6: Supplementary requirements for fuse-links for the protection of solar photovoltaic energy
systems’ issued by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), was adopted by the Bureau
of Indian Standards on recommendation of the Fuses Sectional Committee and approval of the
Electrotechnical Division Council
This standard is to be used in conjunction with IEC 60629-1 : 2006, ‘Low-voltage fuses — Part 1:
General requirements.

The significant changes in this standard are as follows:

a) The corresponding clauses or sub clauses of Part 1 have been supplemented or modified.
Where no change is necessary, relevant clause or sub clause applies.
b) Tables and figures which are additional to those in Part 1 are numbered starting from 101.
c) Additional annexes are lettered as AA, BB etc.
The text of IEC Standard would be considered for approval as suitable for publication as an
Indian Standard without deviations. Certain conventions are, however, not identical to those used in
Indian Standards. Attention is particularly drawn to the following:
a) Wherever the words ‘International Standard’ appear referring to this standard, they should be
read as ‘Indian Standard’.
b) Comma (,) has been used as a decimal marker, while in Indian Standards, the current practice
is to use a point (.) as the decimal marker.
In this adopted standard, reference appears to certain International Standards for which Indian Standards
also exist. The corresponding Indian Standards, which are to be substituted in their respective places,
are listed below along with their degree of equivalence for the editions indicated:

International Standard Corresponding Indian Standard Degree of

Equivalence
IEC 60269-1 : 2006 Low-voltage IS/IEC 60269-1 : 2006 Low-voltage Identical
fuses — Part 1: General requirements fuses: Part 1 General requirements
Amendment 1 (2009)
IEC 60269-2 Low-voltage fuses — IS/IEC 60269-2 : 2013 Low-voltage Identical with
Part 2: Supplementary requirements fuses: Part 2 Supplementary IEC 60269-2
for fuses for use byauthorized requirements for fuses for use : 2013
persons (fuses mainly for industrial byauthorized persons (fuses mainly for
application) — Examples of industrial application) — Examples of
standardized systems of fuses A to J standardized systems of fuses A to K
ISO 3 Preferred numbers — Series of IS 1076 (Part 1) : 1985 Preferred Identical with
preferred numbers numbers: Part 1 Series of preferred ISO 3 : 1973
numbers
Only the English language text has been retained while adopting it in this Indian Standard, and as such,
the page numbers given here are not the same as in the IEC Publication.
For the purpose of deciding whether a particular requirement of this standard is complied with the
final value, observed or calculated, expressing the result of a test or analysis shall be rounded off
in accordance with IS 2 : 1960 ‘Rules for rounding of numerical values ( revised )’. The number of
significant places retained in the rounded off value should be the same as that of the specified value in
this standard.
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Indian Standard
LOW-VOLTAGE FUSES –

LOW-VOLTAGE
Part 6: Supplementary FUSES
requirements for fuse-links
for the
PART protection of solar
6 SUPPLEMENTARY photovoltaic energy
REQUIREMENTS systems
FOR FUSE-LINKS
FOR THE PROTECTION OF SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC ENERGY SYSTEMS

1 General

IEC 60269-1 applies with the following supplementary requirements.

Fuse-links for the protection of solar photovoltaic (PV) energy systems shall comply with aIl
requirements of IEC 60269-1, if not otherwise indicated hereinafter, and shall also comply
with the supplementary requirements laid down below.

NOTE The abbreviation “PV” (photovoltaic) is used in this document.

1.1 Scope and object

These supplementary requirements apply to fuse-links for protecting PV strings and PV arrays
in equipment for circuits of nominal voltages up to 1 500 V d.c.

Their rated voltage may be up to 1 500 V d.c.

NOTE 1 Such fuse-Iinks are commonly referred to as “PV fuse-links”.

NOTE 2 In most cases, a part of the associated equipment serves the purpose of a fuse-base. Owing to the great
variety of equipment, no general rules can be given; the suitability of the associated equipment to serve as a fuse-
base should be subject to agreement between the manufacturer and the user. However, if separate fuse-bases or
fuse-holders are used, they should comply with the appropriate requirements of IEC 60269 series.

NOTE 3 PV fuse-links protect down stream inverter components such as capacitors or the discharge of capacitors
back into the arrays or array wiring up to the rated breaking capacity.

The object of these supplementary requirements is to establish the characteristics of PV fuse-

links in such a way that they can be replaced by other fuse-links having the same
characteristics, provided that their dimensions are identical. For this purpose, this standard
refers in particular to

a) the following characteristics of fuses:

1) their rated values;
2) their utilisation category;
3) their temperature rises in normal service;
4) their power dissipation;
4) their time-current characteristics;
6) their breaking capacity;
7) their dimensions or size (if applicable).
b) type tests for verification of the characteristics of fuses;
c) the markings on fuses.

1.2 Normative references

The following referenced documents are indispensable for the application of this document.
For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated references, the latest edition
of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.

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IEC 60269-1:2006, Low-voltage fuses – Part 1: General requirements 1

Amendment 1 (2009)

IEC 60269-2, Low-voltage fuses – Part 2: Supplementary requirements for fuses for use by
authorized persons (fuses mainly for industrial application) – Examples of standardized
systems of fuses A to J

ISO 3, Preferred numbers – Series of preferred numbers

2 Terms and definitions

For the purposes of this document, the terms and definitions given in IEC 60269-1 as well as
the following apply.

2.2 General terms

2.2.101
photovoltaic fuse-link
fuse-link capable of breaking, under specific conditions, any current value within the breaking
range (see 7.5)

NOTE A PV fuse-link operates under two main conditions:

– Short-circuit in a string or in an array which leads to a very low over-current.
– Short-circuit current supplied by the discharge of the PV inverter through a very low inductance. This
short-circuit condition leads to a very high rate of rise of current equivalent to a low value of time constant,
corresponding to Table 104.

2.2.102
photovoltaic cell
most elementary photovoltaic device which generate d.c. voltage by the absorption of photons

[IEC 61836, 3.1.43 a) and d) modified]

2.2.103
photovoltaic module
complete and environmentally protected assembly of interconnected PV cells

[IEC 61836, 3.1.43 f)]

2.2.104
photovoltaic array, array field, assembly, generator, panel, string, sub-array
2.2.104.1
photovoltaic array
assembly of mechanically integrated and electrically interconnected PV modules, PV panels
or PV sub-array and its support structure

2.2.104.2
photovoltaic array field
aggregate of all PV arrays within a given PV system focusing on the mechanical arrangement
of the PV technology

2.2.104.3
photovoltaic assembly
PV components that are installed outdoors and remote from its loads, including modules,
support structure, foundation, wiring, tracking apparatus, and thermal control (were specified),
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and including junction boxes, charge controllers and inverters depending on the assembly’s
installed configuration

2.2.104.4
photovoltaic generator
generator that uses the photovoltaic effect to convert sunlight into electricity

2.2.104.5
photovoltaic panel
PV modules mechanically integrated, pre-assembled and electrically interconnected

2.2.104.6
photovoltaic string
circuit of series-connected PV modules

2.2.104.7
photovoltaic sub-array
portion of a PV array that can be considered as a unit

[IEC 61836, 3.3.56 a), b), c), d), e), f) and g)]

2.2.105
inverter
electric energy converter that changes direct electric current to single-phase or polyphase
alternating currents

[IEC 61836, 3.3.15] and [IEV 151-13-46]

2.2.106
junction box
closed or protected enclosure in which circuits are electrically connected

2.2.106.1
array junction box
junction box where PV strings are connected

2.2.106.2
generator junction box
junction box where PV arrays are connected

[IEC 61836, 3.2.16]

2.2.107
standard operating conditions
SOC
operating value of in-plane irradiance (1 000 Wm –2 ), PV device junction temperature equals
the nominal operating PV cell junction temperature (NOCT), and air mass (AM =1,5)

[IEC 61836, 3.4.16 d)]

2.2.108
standard test conditions
STC
reference values of in-plane irradiance (GI,ref = 1 000 Wm –2 ), PV cell junction temperature
(25 °C), and air mass (AM=1,5) to be used during the testing of any PV device

[IEC 61836, 3.4.16 e)]

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2.2.109
photovoltaic currents
2.2.109.1
load current
(symbol I L ) (unit : A)
electric current supplied to a load by a PV system

[IEC 61836, 3.4.39 a)]

2.2.109.2
maximum power current
(symbol I PMax ) (unit: A)
electric current at the conditions of maximum power
[IEC 61836, 3.4.42 a)]

2.2.109.3
rated current
(symbol I R ) (unit: A)
electric current produced by a PV device at a rated voltage under specified operating
conditions

[IEC 61836, 3.4.69 c)]

2.2.109.4
short-circuit current
(symbol I SC ) (unit : A)
electric current at the output terminals of a PV device at a particular temperature and
irradiance when the device output voltage is equal to or close to zero

[IEC 61836, 3.4.80]

2.2.110
photovoltaic voltages
2.2.110.1
load voltage
(symbol V L ) (unit: V)
voltage supplied across the terminals of a load by a PV system

[IEC 61836, 3.4.39 c)]

2.2.110.2
maximum power voltage
(symbol V PMax ) (unit: V)
voltage at the conditions of maximum power

[IEC 61836, 3.4.42 h)]

2.2.110.3
maximum power voltage under standard operating conditions
(unit: V)
voltage at the maximum power point of a PV device under standard operating conditions, SOC

[IEC 61836, 3.4.42 i)]

2.2.110.4
maximum power voltage under standard test conditions
(unit: V)
voltage at the maximum power point of a PV device under standard test conditions, STC

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[IEC 61836, 3.4.42 j)]

2.2.110.5
open-circuit voltage of PV devices
(symbol V OC ) (unit: V)
voltage at the output terminals of a PV device at a particular temperature and irradiance when
the output electric current of the PV device is zero

2.2.110.6
open-circuit voltage under standard test conditions
(symbol V OC STC )
open-circuit voltage as measured under standard test conditions, STC

[IEC 61836, 3.4.56 a)]

2.2.110.7
rated voltage
(symbol V R ) (unit: V)
voltage at which a generator is designed to generate maximum electricity under specified
operating conditions

[IEC 61836, 3.4.69 k)]

3 Conditions for operation in service

IEC 60269-1 applies with the following supplementary requirements.

3.4 Voltage

3.4.1 Rated voltage

The rated d.c. voltage of a fuse-link shall exceed the maximum value of the open circuit
voltage (V OC ) of the PV string. See Annex BB.2.1

3.5 Current

3.5.1 Rated Current

The rated current of a fuse-link shall exceed the maximum value of the current produced by
the module. See Annex BB.3.1

3.6 Frequency, power factor and time constant

3.6.1 Frequency

Not applicable

3.6.2 Power factor

Not applicable

3.6.3 Time constant

The time constants expected in practice are considered to correspond to those in Table 104.

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3.10 Temperature inside an enclosure

Since the rated values of the fuse-links are based on specified conditions that do not always
correspond to those prevailing at the point of installation, including the local air conditions,
the user may have to consult the manufacturer concerning the possible need for re-rating.

4 Classification

IEC 60269-1 applies.

5 Characteristics of fuses

IEC 60269-1 applies with the following supplementary requirements.

5.1 Summary of characteristics

5.1.2 Fuse-links
a) Rated voltage (see 5.2)
b) Rated current (see 5.3 of IEC 60269-1)
c) Rated power dissipation (see 5.5)
d) Time-current characteristics (see 5.6)
e) Breaking range (see 5.7.1)
f) Rated breaking capacity (see 5.7.2)
g) Dimensions or size (if applicable)
h) Utilization category (see 5.7.1)

5.2 Rated voltage

For voltages up to 750 V, IEC 60269-1 applies; for higher voltages, the values should be
selected from R5 series or, where not possible, from the R10 series of ISO 3.

5.5 Rated power dissipation of the fuse-link

In addition to the requirements of IEC 60269-1, the manufacturer shall indicate the power
dissipation as a function of current for the range contained between 70 % to 100 % of the
rated current.

5.6 Limits of time-current characteristics

5.6.1 Time-current characteristics, time-current zones

5.6.1.1 General requirements

The time-current characteristics depend on the design of the fuse-link, and, for a given fuse-
link, on the ambient air temperature and the cooling conditions.

The manufacturer shall provide mean time-current characteristics in accordance with the
conditions specified in 8.3.1.

5.6.2 Conventional times and currents

5.6.2.2 Conventional times and currents for "gPV"- fuse-links

The conventional times and currents are given in Table 101.

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Table 101 – Conventional times and currents for "gPV” fuse-links

Conventional current
Rated current Conventional time
Type “gPV”
A h
I nf If

I n ≤ 63 1

63 < I n ≤ 160 2
1,13 I n 1,45 I n
160 < I n ≤ 400 3

I n > 400 4

5.6.3 Gates

Not applicable.

5.7 Breaking range and breaking capacity

IEC60269-1 applies with the following supplementary requirement.

5.7.1 Breaking range and utilization category

The first letter indicates the breaking range:

– "g" fuse-links (full-range breaking capacity fuse-link).

The following letters indicate the utilization category:

– "gPV" indicates fuse-links with a full-range d.c. breaking capacity for photovoltaic energy
systems.

5.7.2 Rated breaking capacity

The rated breaking capacity is based on type tests performed in a circuit containing linear
components with mean value of applied voltage. The minimum value of the rated breaking
capacity is 10 kA d.c.

6 Markings

IEC 60269-1 applies with the following supplementary requirements.

6.2 Markings on fuse-links

Subclause 6.2 of IEC 60269-1 applies with the following addition:

– utilization category “gPV”.

7 Standard conditions for construction

IEC 60269-1 applies with the following supplementary requirement.

7.5 Breaking capacity

A fuse-link shall be capable of breaking, at rated d.c. voltage, any circuit having a prospective
current between the conventional fusing current and the rated breaking capacity with time
constant not greater than the values specified in Table 104.

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8 Tests

IEC 60269-1 applies with the following supplementary requirements.

8.1 General

8.1.4 Arrangement of the fuse and dimensions

The fuse-link shall be mounted open in surroundings free from draughts and, unless otherwise
specified, in a vertical position (see 8.3.1).

8.1.5 Testing of fuse-links

The following Tables 102 and 103 replaces Tables 11, 12 and 13 of IEC 60269-1.

8.1.5.1 Complete tests

Before the tests are commenced, the internal resistance R of all samples shall be measured
at an ambient-air temperature of (20 ± 5) °C with a measuring current of not more than 0,1 I n .
The value R shall be recorded in the test report.

A survey of the complete tests is given in Table 102.

8.1.5.2 Type test exemptions for fuse-links of a homogeneous series

Fuse-links having intermediate values of rated current of a homogeneous series are exempted
from type tests if the fuse-link of the largest rated current has been tested to the requirements
of 8.1.5.1 and if the fuse-link of the smallest rated current has been submitted to the tests
indicated in Table 103.

Table 102 – Survey of complete tests on fuse-links and number

of fuse-links to be tested

Test according to subclause Number of samples

1 3 1 1 3 3 1 1 1

8.1.4 Dimensions X X X X
8.1.5.1 Resistance X X X X X X X X X
8.3 Temperature rise and power dissipation X
8.4.3.2 Verification of rated current X
8.11.2.4 Verification of freedom from unacceptable levels of X X X X X
thermally induced drift
After 50 temperature cycles, but tested at ambient
temperature
8.4.3.1 Conventional non-fusing current (I nf ) X
Conventional fusing current (I f ) X
8.5 No.1 Breaking capacity and operating X
characteristics (Table 104)
No.2 Breaking capacity and operating X
characteristics (Table 104)
No.5 Breaking capacity and operating X
characteristics (Table 104)
8.11.2.5 Verification of functionality at temperature extreme X X
(50 °C)
a Verification of ability to carry rated current at X
temperature extreme

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Test according to subclause Number of samples

b Conventional fusing current (I f ) at temperature X

extreme

Table 103 – Survey of tests on fuse-links of the smallest rated current

of a homogeneous series and number of fuse-links to be tested

Test according to subclause Number of samples

1 1 3 1 1

8.1.4 Dimensions X X
8.1.5.1 Resistance X X X X X
8.11.2.4 Verification of freedom from unacceptable levels of X X X
thermally induced drift and of functionality at temperature
extremes
After 50 temperature cycles, but tested at ambient
temperature
8.4.3.1 Conventional non-fusing current (I nf ) X
Conventional fusing current (I f ) X
8.5 No. 1 Breaking capacity and operating X
characteristics (Table 104)
8.11.2.5 Verification of functionality at temperature extreme X X
(50 °C)
a Verification of ability to carry rated current at X
temperature extreme
b Conventional fusing current (I f ) at temperature X
extreme

8.3 Verification of temperature rise limits and power dissipation

8.3.1 Arrangement of the fuse-link

The fuse-link shall be mounted vertically in the conventional test arrangement.

For special fuse-links that cannot be accommodated in the conventional test arrangement, or
for which this test arrangement is not applicable, special tests shall be performed according to
the manufacturer’s instructions and all pertinent data shall be recorded in the test report.

8.3.3 Measurement of power dissipation of the fuse-link

In addition to 8.3.3 of IEC 60269-1 the following applies.

The power dissipation test shall be made successively at least at 70 % and at 100 % of rated
current.

8.3.5 Acceptability of test results

The temperature rise of the fuse-link shall not exceed the values specified in Table 5 of
IEC 60269-1

The power dissipation of the fuse-link shall not exceed the values specified by the
manufacturer.

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8.4 Verification of operation

8.4.1 Arrangement of fuse-link

The arrangement of the fuse-link for the verification of operation shall be as described in 8.1.4
and 8.3.1.

8.4.3 Test method and acceptability of test results

8.4.3.1 Verification of conventional non-fusing and fusing current

It is permissible to make the following tests at a reduced voltage:

a) the fuse-link is subjected to its conventional non-fusing current (I nf ) for a time equal to the
conventional time specified in Table 101. It shall not operate during this time;
b) the fuse-link, after having cooled down to ambient temperature, is subjected to the
conventional fusing current (I f ). It shall operate within the conventional time as specified in
Table 101. The fuse-link shall operate without external effects or damage.
NOTE The tests in IEC 60269-6 are deemed to give satisfactory results for operation at 1,35 I n within two hours in
typical applications. If this test arrangement is not applicable, special tests shall be performed according to the
manufacturer’s instructions and all pertinent data shall be recorded in the test report.

8.4.3.2 Verification of rated current

The test requested in 8.4.3.2 of IEC 60269-1 is replaced by the following.

Three samples are to undergo 3000 repetitions of current cycling where one cycle is
represented in Figure 101. None of the samples shall exhibit cracking or crazing of the fuse
body.

After this test, the resistance of the fuse-link at room temperature shall not have changed by
more than 10 %, and tests presented in 8.11.2.4 and Tables 102 and 103 shall be made.

8.4.3.5 Conventional cable overload protection test

Not applicable.

8.4.3.6 Operation of indicating devices and strikers, if any

The correct operation of indicating devices is verified in combination with the verification of
breaking capacity (see 8.5.5).

For verifying the operation of strikers, if any, an additional test sample shall be tested:

− at a current of I 5 (see Table 104);

− at a recovery voltage of 50 V.

The value of the recovery voltage may be exceeded by 10 %.

The striker shall operate during all tests.

8.5 Verification of the breaking capacity

8.5.1 Arrangement of the fuse

In addition to the conditions of 8.1.4 and 8.3.1, the following requirement applies.

For breaking-capacity tests, the fuse-link shall be mounted and connected the same way as it
would be in service.

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8.5.5 Test method

8.5.5.1 In order to verify that the fuse-link satisfies the conditions of 7.5, tests number – 1,
2 and 5 – shall be made. The number of fuse-links requested in Table 102 shall be tested with
the values stated in Table 104.

Test nos. 1 and 2 : If, during test no. 1, the requirements of test no. 2 are met, then this test
need not be repeated as test no. 2.

Test nos. 5 – The value of test current is specified in Table 104.

+5
8.5.5.2 For the tests the recovery voltage shall be maintained at a value of 100 0 % of the
rated voltage for at least:

– 30 s after operation of fuse-links not containing organic materials in their body or filler;
– 5 min after operation of the fuse-links in all other cases, switching over to another source
of supply being permitted after 15 s if the switching time (interval without voltage) does not
exceed 0,1 s.

In a lapse of time of at least 6 min and maximum 10 min after the operation, the resistance
between the contacts of the fuse-link shall be measured (see 8.5.8 of IEC 60269-1) and
noted. With the manufacturer’s consent, shorter times are possible if the fuse-link does not
contain organic materials in its body or filler.

8.5.8 Acceptability of test results

Fuse-links shall be deemed not to comply with this standard if, during the tests, one or more
of the following failures occur:

– ignition of the fuse-link, excluding any paper labels or the like used as indicating devices;
– mechanical damage to the test arrangement;
– mechanical damage to the fuse-link;
NOTE Thermal cracking which leaves the fuse-link in one piece is accepted.

– burning or melting of end caps;

– significant movement of end caps.

Table 104 – Values for breaking-capacity tests on “gPV” fuse-links

Tests according to 8.5.5.1

No. 1 No. 2 No. 5

+5
Mean value of recovery voltage a 100 % of the rated voltage b
0

I1 I2 I5 = 2 In
Prospective test current

+10 +20
Tolerance on current 0 % Not applicable %
0

Inductance ≥
Time constant c 1 ms to 3 ms 100 micro
Henry

I1 current which is used in the designation of the rated breaking capacity (see 5.7).

I2 current which shall be chosen in such a manner that the test is made under conditions
which approximate those giving maximum arc energy.

NOTE This condition may be deemed to be satisfied if the current, at the beginning of
arcing, has reached a value between 0,5 and 0,8 times the prospective current.

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I5 test current deemed to verify that the fuse is able to operate satisfactorily in the range of
small over-currents.

a This tolerance includes ripple.

b The upper limit may be exceeded with the manufacturer’s consent.

c In some practical applications, time-constant values may be found which are shorter
than those indicated in the tests and which may result in a more favourable fuse
performance.

8.11 Mechanical and miscellaneous tests

8.11.2.4 Verification of freedom from unacceptable levels of thermally induced drift

Nine samples of each fuse-link having the largest rated current and five samples of each fuse-
link having the smallest rated current are each to be subjected to temperature cycling
consisting of 50 cycles of heating and cooling. Each cycle consisting of 15 min with the fuse-
link body maintained at -40 ± 5 °C followed by 15 min with the fuse-link body maintained at
90 ± 5 °C (any convenient ramp rate). At the conclusion of the 50 cycles, the samples shall be
returned to room temperature (25 ± 5 °C) for a minimum of 3 h.

At the conclusion of the temperature cycling, the samples of the fuse-link having the largest
rated current are to be subjected to the tests described as follows:

8.4.3.1 Conventional non-fusing current (I nf )

Conventional fusing current (I f )
8.5 No.1 Breaking capacity and operating characteristics (Table 104)
No.2 Breaking capacity and operating characteristics (Table 104)
No.5 Breaking capacity and operating characteristics (Table 104)
At the conclusion of the temperature cycling, the samples of the fuse-link having the smallest
rated current are to be subjected to the tests described as follow:

8.4.3.1 Conventional non-fusing current (I nf )

Conventional fusing current (I f )
8.5 No. 1 Breaking capacity and operating characteristics (Table 104)

See tables 102 and 103.

8.11.2.5 Verification of functionality at temperature extremes

a) One sample of each fuse-link having the largest rated current and one sample of each
fuse-link having the smallest rated current shall be subjected to a temperature of 50 ± 5 °C for
a period of 3 h or until temperatures stabilize. Each fuse-link shall be subjected to its rated
current (In) for a time equal to the conventional time specified in Table 101. It shall not
operate during this time.

b) One sample of each fuse-link having the largest rated current and one sample of each
fuse-link having the smallest rated current shall be subjected to a temperature of 50 ± 5 °C for
a period of 3 h or until temperatures stabilize. Each fuse-link shall be subjected to its
conventional fusing current (If). It shall operate within the conventional time as specified in
Table 101. The fuse link shall operate without external effects or damage.

See Tables 102 and 103.

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100 % †

75 % †
ln(A)

40 % †

15 % †
10 † 3 † 10 † 3 † 10 † 3 † 10 † 3 † 10 † 3 † 10 † 3 † t (s)

One cycle
0 +2
† Current: 100 % = (100 –5 )% Time: 10 s = (10 0 )s
0 0
75 % = (75 –5 )% 3 s = (3 –3 )s
0
40 % = (40 –5 )%
0
15 % = (15 )%
–15
IEC 2160/10

Figure 101 – Current of test cycling

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Annex AA
(normative)

Examples of standardized fuse-links for the protection

of solar photovoltaic energy systems

AA.1 General

This annex is divided into four specific examples of standardised dimensions:

– system of fuse-links with cylindrical contact caps, type A – French (Figure AA.1 and Figure
AA.2)
– system of cylindrical fuse-links with blade contacts, type B – North American (Figure AA.3)
– system of fuse-links with blade contacts, type C – DIN (Figure AA.4)
– system of cylindrical fuse-links with long blade contacts, type D – DIN (Figure AA.5)

Fuse-links for the PV protection may also have the same dimensions as fuse-links according to
IEC 60269-2: systems of fuses A, F and H.

In addition to meeting the requirements of this standard, the power dissipation of the fuse-link
shall not exceed the acceptable power dissipation of the associated fuse bases or fuse-
holders.

Where the power dissipation of the fuse-link exceeds the acceptable power dissipation of the
standardised fuse base or fuse-holder, de-rating values shall be given by the manufacturer.

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AA.2 Fuse-links with cylindrical contact caps, type A

S
S

IEC 2161/10

Measuring points S for power dissipation tests.

Key

Dimensions in millimeters

Size a b c d r
max. min.

10 × 38 38 ± 0,6 10,5 10,3 ± 0,1 6 1,5 ± 0,5

14 × 51 13,8 14,3 ± 0,1 7,5 2± 1

+0,6 3)
51
−1

10 × 85 85 ± 1,2 10,5 10,3 ± 0,1 6 1,5 ± 0,5

3)
20 × 127 127 ± 2 16,2 20,6 ± 0,2 10,8 2± 1
3)
22 × 127 127 ± 2 16,2 22,2 ± 0,1 11 2± 1

27 × 140 140 ± 2 16,2 27 ± 0,2 15,9 2±1

1) Cylindrical part within which the specified tolerances shall not be exceeded.

2) The diameter of the cartridge between the end caps shall not exceed diameter c.

3) For striker version the tolerances are ±1.

The drawings are not intended to govern the design of fuse-links except as regards the notes and dimensions
shown.

Figure AA.1 – Fuse-links with cylindrical contact caps, type A

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Dimensions in millimeters

3 to 6

IEC 2162/10

Key

SO 1 mm maximum

S1 8,5 +/- 1,5 mm

1) Diameter of cylinder in which the striker shall stay

The drawings are not intended to govern the design of fuse-links except as regards the notes and dimensions
shown.

Figure AA.2 – Fuse-links with cylindrical contact caps type A with striker –
Additional dimensions for sizes 14 × 51, 20 × 127 and 22 × 127 only

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AA.3 North American cylindrical fuse-links with blade contacts, type B (specific
for PV application)

Dimensions in millimeters

A
C

B D D E

G
F

IEC 2163/10

Key

Current Overall Minimum Minimum Minimum Blade Width of Maximum

rating (A) fuse length of length of distance thickness blade dimension of
length blade body from (mm) (mm) cap
(mm) (mm) (mm) midpoint to (mm)
live part
(mm)
In Aa Bb Cc Dd Ee Ff G
61-100 200,0 25,4 136,5 44,4 3,18 19,1 22,2
101-100 244,5 34,9 155,5 57,2 4,76 28,6 28,6
201-400 295,3 47,6 181,0 63,5 6,35 41,3 38,1
401-600 339,7 57,2 208,0 68,3 6,35 50,8 44,5

a
Tolerances: 61-100A, +/- 1,6 mm; 201-600A, +/-2,4 mm.
b
One blade shall not be more than 1,6 mm longer than the other blade, The effective length of the blade is
measured from the blade end to the fuse body or other interference means in the blade, such as pins through
the blade contacts, a collar or the like.

c The length of the cylindrical body may be less than the indicated value if other acceptable interference means
such as pins through the blade contacts or collars are provided to prevent mounting the fuse in a fuse holder
that will accommodate a fuse rated in the next lower bracket of current ratings.
d
The minimum distance from the midpoint of the fuse to the nearest live part may be reduced to 12,7 mm
minimum if the fuse is constructed so that spacing’s in end use equipment are maintained.
e, f
Tolerances: +/- 0,1 mm.

Figure AA.3 – North American cylindrical fuse-links with blade contacts – Sizes
61- 600 A

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AA.4 Fuse-links with blade contacts, type C, C referring IEC 60269-2 “Fuse
system A (NH fuse system)”

8
A indicating device (see )
B contact
C endplate
D stop face
E detail Y (sectional view)
12
F rounded ( see )
G contact face

IEC 2164/10

Dimensions in millimeters

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Size a1 a2 a3 a4 b1 b2 b3 b4 c1 c2 d e1 e2 e3 e4 f z
min. min. max. min. ±0,8 max. max. ±0,2 max. max.
1) 2) 1) 1) 11) 11) 11) 11) 5) 6) 6)
1 135 75 62 68 20 5 6 17 40 11 2,5 53 52 20 6 15 5
+1,5
±2,5 –10 ±2,5 ±2,5 –2
− 0,5

2 150 75 62 68 25 8 6 22 48 11 2,5 61 60 20 6 15 5
+1,5
±2,5 –10 ±2,5 ±2,5 –2
− 0,5

3 150 75 62 68 32 11 6 29 60 11 2,5 76 75 20 6 18 5
+1,5
±2,5 –10 ±2,5 ±2,5 –2
− 0,5

Dimensions in millimeters

1) The centres of the dimensions a 1 , a 3 and a 4 shall not deviate from the centre of a 2 by more than 1,5 mm.

2) The dimension a 2 shall be observed within the total area of the stop faces (b 2 × 4 min.) on both sides of the
blades. Outside of these areas the maximum dimension a 2 applies.

3) Insulating material.

4) The blade contacts shall be axially aligned and contact surfaces shall be plane.

5) Attachment for replacement handle (detail X).

6) Maximum dimensions of the enclosure of the fuse-link. Within these limits, the fuse-links may be of any form,
for example, square, rectangular, circular, oval, polygonal, etc.

8) Indicating device. Position of the indicating device as chosen by the manufacturer.

9) Live parts, gripping-lugs can be insulated.

10) With the exception of the attachment for the replacement handle (detail X), the endplates are not permitted to
protrude radially from the insulation body.

11) As far as overlapping of rated currents exists within the sizes 1, 2 and 3 the dimension of the smaller size is
permitted.

12) All corners shall be rounded to prevent damage to the contact surface of the base contacts.

Figure AA.4 – Fuse-links with blade contacts, type C, C referring IEC 60269-2 “Fuse
system A (NH fuse system)”

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AA.5 Fuse-links with long blade contacts, type D (specific for PV application)

8
A indicating device (see )
B contact
C endplate
D stop face
E detail Y (sectional view)
12
F rounded (see )
G contact face

IEC 2165/10

Dimensions in millimeters

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Dimensions in millimeters

Key

a1 a2 a3 a4 b1 b2 b3 b4 c1 c2 d e1 e2 e3 e4 f z
Size min. min. max. min. ±0,8 max. max. ±0,2 max. max.
1) 2) 1) 1) 11) 11) 11) 11) 5) 6) 6)

1L 170 112 102 108 20 5 6 17 40 11 2,5 53 52 20 +5 6 16.5 5

-2
+1,5
±3 –10 ±3 –2
±3 − 0,5

1XL 189 133 120 127 20 5 6 17 40 11 2,5 53 52 20 +5 6 16.5 5

-2
+1,5
±5 –10 ±3 –2
±3 − 0,5

2L 185 112 102 108 25 8 6 22 48 11 2,5 61 60 20 +5 6 16.5 5

-2
+1,5
±3 –10 ±3 –2
±3 − 0,5

2XL 205 130 117 123 25 8 6 22 48 11 2,5 61 60 20 +5 6 16.5 5

-2
+1,5
±3 –10 ±3 –2
±3 − 0,5

3L 205 130 117 123 32 11 6 29 60 11 2,5 76 75 20 +5 6 18 5

–10 -2
+1,5
±3 ±3 ±3 –2
− 0,5

1) The centres of the dimensions a 1 , a 3 and a 4 shall not deviate from the centre of a 2 by more than 1,5 mm.

2) The dimension a 2 shall be observed within the total area of the stop faces (b 2 × 4 min.) on both sides of the
blades. Outside of these areas the maximum dimension a 2 applies.

3) Insulating material.

4) The blade contacts shall be axially aligned and contact surfaces shall be plane.

5) Attachment for replacement handle (detail X).

6) Maximum dimensions of the enclosure of the fuse-link. Within these limits, the fuse-links may be of any form,
for example, square, rectangular, circular, oval, polygonal, etc.

8) Indicating device. Position of the indicating device as chosen by the manufacturer.

9) Live parts, gripping-lugs can be insulated.

10) With the exception of the attachment for the replacement handle (detail X), the end plates are not permitted
to protrude radially from the insulation body.

11) As far as overlapping of rated currents exists within the sizes 1L, 1XL, 2L, 2XL, and 3L the dimension of the
smaller size is permitted.

12) All corners shall be rounded to prevent damage to the contact surface of the base contacts.

Figure AA.5 – Fuse-links with long blade contacts, type D

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Annex BB
(informative)

Guidance for the protection of photovoltaic strings

and arrays with fuse-links designed for PV applications

BB.1 General

This annex is limited to the use of PV Fuse-links in circuits having the characteristics
generally found in the d.c. side of photovoltaic installation.

It is the object of this annex to explain the performance from the fuse-links in term of their
ratings and in term of the characteristics of the circuits of which they form a part, in such a
manner that this may form the basis for the selection of the fuse-links.

BB.2 Voltage characteristics

BB.2.1 Rated voltage

The rated voltage of the fuse-link selected shall take into account V OC of the string at the
lowest application temperature.

For example: at –25 °C the open circuit voltage rise to 1,2 times V OC STC . Consequently the
fuse -link rated shall be ≥ 1,2 × V OC STC .

BB.3 Current carrying capability

BB.3.1 Rated current

The rated current of the fuse-link selected shall take into account I sc at the ambient
temperature, and the cycling load.

For example: at 45 °C and a peak of radiation of 1 200 Wm –2 , the fuse-link rated current shall
be ≥ 1,4 × I sc .

Contact fuse manufacturer for additional de-ratings caused by higher ambient temperature or
by multiple fuses arranged in an enclosure.

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