SILHOUETTE-VR FUSE 61NM 2.5A 250V by GE Healthcare

Key Highlights

• The SILHOUETTE-VR FUSE 61NM 2.5A 250V is a fast-acting fuse designed to provide immediate protection against electrical overloads and short circuits.
• Optional axial leads enhance installation flexibility, allowing for integration into various systems without compromising performance.
• Constructed with a glass tube and silver and nickel-plating on both ends, ensuring durability and reliable conductivity.
• This product is RoHS compliant, meeting stringent environmental regulations and promoting safety in medical device applications.

Compatible Systems & Use Cases

• SILHOUETTE VR
• PROTEUS XR/A

These fuses are ideal for use in imaging systems, ultrasound devices, and other radiology equipment where reliable circuit protection is critical to maintaining operational integrity.

Technical Specifications

Parameter	Value
Type	Fast-acting
Current Rating	2.5A
Voltage Rating	250V
Compliance	RoHS, Reach, CE

Clinical and Service Value

The SILHOUETTE-VR FUSE is designed to enhance the safety and reliability of medical imaging devices. By providing immediate protection against electrical faults, this fuse minimizes downtime and reduces the risk of damage to sensitive equipment. Its fast-acting nature ensures that any overload or short circuit is addressed swiftly, maintaining the integrity of the imaging process and ensuring patient safety.

In addition to its protective capabilities, the SILHOUETTE-VR FUSE requires no maintenance, offering a cost-effective solution for healthcare facilities. This feature not only streamlines the procurement process but also simplifies service operations, allowing biomedical engineers to focus on critical tasks rather than routine fuse replacements. Overall, this fuse represents a strategic investment in safety and efficiency for modern healthcare environments.

Additional notes

The fuse is an electrical device used to protect the electrical circuit from the effects of current 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. Different types of fuses are available which can be selected based on the application. It is the simple and cost-effective way of protection, and it does need any maintenance. The fast acting fuse open for an overload and short-circuits very quickly. Its operation is completely automatic and requires less time as compared to circuit breakers. The smaller size of the fuse element imposes a current limiting effect under short-circuit conditions. They are always connected in series with the components to be protected from overcurrent, so that when the fuse blows (opens) it will open the entire circuit and stop current through the components. The part is compliant to ROHS, Reach and CE declaration of conformity and is approved for today’s safety standards. It is diligently designed for high performance and reliability. The GE product is an innovation and technology which fits well into versatile customer needs.