KLPC1500 - 1500Amp Fuse

KLPC1500 - 1500Amp Fuse

Choosing the right replacement for a 1500A fuse requires more than just matching the label. The KLPC1500 is a Class L time-delay, current-limiting fuse from the KLPC POWR-PRO series, rated for 600VAC and 480VDC, featuring a bolt-in design. Before choosing the KLPC1500, verify all electrical and physical requirements, including the Class L configuration, amperage, AC or DC voltage, interrupting rating, and opening characteristic. This ensures you select the best fuse for your application!

Key Features and Benefits

• 1500A continuous current rating provides a precise match for equipment requiring this Class L amperage.
• The Class L fuse configuration establishes the electrical and physical class requirements to check during replacement.
• Time-delay operation helps accommodate temporary overcurrent conditions within the fuse's specified time-current characteristics.
• The manufacturer specifies a minimum 10-second time delay at 500% of rated current for KLPC series fuses.
• Current-limiting performance helps limit damaging peak let-through current during applicable short-circuit events.
• 600VAC maximum voltage rating supports compatible AC electrical systems.
• A 480VDC maximum rating provides clearly defined capability for compatible DC equipment.
• Bolt-in mounting gives the KLPC1500 a defined installation format that can be checked against the equipment.
• Non-indicating design is an important compatibility detail when replacing an existing Class L fuse.

Technical Specifications

• Catalog Number: KLPC1500
  
• Manufacturer Description: FUS 600V T/D CLASS L 1500A
  
• Series: KLPC
  
• Family Style: POWR-PRO Fuse
  
• Product Type: Time-Delay Current-Limiting Fuse
  
• Continuous Current Rating: 1500A
  
• Maximum AC Voltage: 600VAC
  
• Maximum DC Voltage: 480VDC
  
• AC Interrupting Value 1: 200,000A at 600VAC
  
• AC Interrupting Value 2: 300,000A at 600VAC
  
• DC Interrupting Rating: 20,000A at 480VDC
  
• Opening Characteristic: Slo-Blo / Time Lag (T) / Time Delay
  
• Specified Series Time Delay: Minimum 10 seconds at 500% of rated current
  
• Fuse Class: Class L
  
• Family Characteristic: Current Limiting
  
• Size: Bolt-In
  
• Mounting Method: Bolt-In
  
• Indicating: No
  
• Fuse-Link Material: 99.9% pure silver
  
• End Bell Material: Silver-plated copper
  
• Body Material: Glass-reinforced melamine
  
• Seal Construction: O-ring seals between body and end bells
  
• Filler Material: Granular quartz
  

Material Compliance and Certifications

The manufacturer identifies the KLPC series as UL Listed Class L fuses. It also states that this series provides a minimum 10-second time delay at 500% of rated current while maintaining its specified current-limiting characteristics.

Where It Works Best

The KLPC1500 best matches electrical equipment designed for a 1500A Class L, time-delay, current-limiting fuse with bolt-in mounting. The time-delay characteristic makes it suitable where the system specification calls for the ability to ride through temporary overcurrent conditions while retaining current-limiting protection for applicable fault conditions.