FAST ACTING PROTECTION FUSE, 3.2 A, 250 VAC, PLUG-IN MOUNTING, MEETS CSA, ROHS, TUV, UR by GE Healthcare

Key Highlights

• This fast acting protection fuse is designed to safeguard electrical circuits from overcurrent, ensuring optimal performance of medical imaging systems.
• Its compact, plug-in design allows for easy installation and maintenance, making it suitable for a variety of GE Healthcare imaging devices.
• The transparent body provides immediate visual feedback on the fuse status, facilitating prompt maintenance decisions.
• Meets rigorous safety standards including CSA, RoHS, TUV, and UR, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations.
• Ideal for protecting discrete semiconductor devices, enhancing the reliability of imaging equipment.

Compatible Systems & Use Cases

This fast acting protection fuse is compatible with a range of GE Healthcare imaging systems including:

• LIGHTSPEED PLUS
• LIGHTSPEED PRO 16
• BRIGHTSPEED EDGE
• BRIGHTSPEED ELITE
• LIGHTSPEED
• LIGHTSPEED 16
• LIGHTSPEED QX/I
• LIGHTSPEED ULTRA
• VCT
• BRIGHTSPEED EXCEL
• DISCOVERY ST (CT)
• BRIGHTSPEED SELECT
• DISCOVERY CT750 HD

Technical Specifications

Parameter	Value
Current Rating	3.2 A
Voltage Rating	250 VAC
Mounting Type	Plug-In
Body Type	Rectangular Transparent
Compliance Standards	CSA, RoHS, TUV, UR

Clinical and Service Value

The integration of this fast acting protection fuse into imaging systems enhances the overall safety and reliability of medical devices. By preventing overcurrent situations, it protects sensitive electronic components, thus reducing the likelihood of equipment failure. This reliability is essential in clinical settings where uptime is critical for patient care.

Moreover, the ease of installation and the transparent design of the fuse facilitate efficient maintenance workflows. Biomedical engineers can quickly assess the fuse status, leading to timely interventions that minimize downtime. This efficiency not only supports operational continuity but also contributes to better resource management within healthcare facilities.

Additional notes

Fuse is an safety device used to protect an electrical circuit from higher current. It has a strip of wire that melts and breaks an electric circuit when the current exceeds a desired level. Regular fuses are always connected in series with components to be protect from overcurrent, so when the fuse blows (opens) it will open the circuit and stop any current through the components. Regular fuses do not allow for any spike over the current rating of the fuse. This fuse is a fast acting full range fuse designed for the protection of discrete semiconductor devices and other electronic equipments. This micro‑fuse is socket‑mounted micro fuse designed for printed circuit use. It is compact in size and is superior to glass mounted fuses. The transparent body provides a quick visual indication of the fuse status. This fast acting fuse can be used with ge's optima (540 and 640), lightspeed, discovery 750 hd, brightspeed, discovery 670 and discovery st computed tomography (ct) systems. General purpose type fuse Plug-In PC mount micro fuse Rectangular transparent body