Equivalent & Substitute Parts for 170M5810

Part Overview

The 170M5810 is a 500A 700VAC rectangular square fuse manufactured by Eaton - Bussmann Electrical Division. This component is classified as obsolete, which necessitates identification of active equivalent parts for continued system support and procurement. The fuse is designed for electrical and industrial applications requiring high-current protection with a 200kA breaking capacity at rated voltage. Finding suitable substitutes ensures operational continuity for systems currently utilizing this component.

Substiute Parts

170M5810

Eaton - Bussmann Electrical DivisionIn Stock: 5145170M5810 Datasheet

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170M5810D

Eaton - Bussmann Electrical DivisionIn Stock: 1027170M5810D Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the 170M5810 is based on strict equivalence across all critical electrical and mechanical parameters. The substitute part 170M5810D maintains identical specifications for current rating (500A), voltage rating (700VAC), fuse type (square), package configuration (rectangular blade), physical dimensions, breaking capacity (200kA), and melting I²t value (21500). Both components require the same holder mounting configuration and provide indicating functionality. The primary distinction is product status: 170M5810 is obsolete while 170M5810D is active, making 170M5810D the direct functional equivalent for new procurement and system replacement scenarios.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The 170M5810D is the direct equivalent substitute for the obsolete 170M5810. Both components are manufactured by Eaton - Bussmann Electrical Division and maintain identical electrical and mechanical specifications. The 170M5810D carries active product status, ensuring availability and ongoing manufacturer support. Additionally, 170M5810D holds both CE and UR approvals compared to the main part's UR approval alone, providing expanded regulatory compliance for international applications. For all new procurement and system replacements, 170M5810D is the appropriate selection.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can 170M5810D be used as a direct replacement for 170M5810? A: Yes. Both components are electrically and mechanically identical with matching current ratings (500A), voltage ratings (700VAC), physical dimensions, breaking capacity (200kA), and melting I²t values (21500). They utilize the same rectangular blade package configuration and require identical holder mounting.

Q: What is the primary reason to substitute 170M5810 with 170M5810D? A: The 170M5810 is classified as obsolete, while 170M5810D is active. This status difference ensures continued availability, manufacturer support, and procurement reliability for 170M5810D.

Q: Are there packaging differences between these parts? A: The main part 170M5810 is supplied in standard packaging, while 170M5810D is supplied in bulk packaging. Both maintain identical component specifications and physical dimensions.

Q: Do both parts meet the same regulatory standards? A: Both parts are RoHS Compliant and REACH Unaffected. The 170M5810D holds additional CE approval alongside UR certification, compared to the main part's UR approval.

Q: Are the physical dimensions identical? A: Yes. Both components measure 2.717" L x 2.165" W x 2.795" H (69.00mm x 55.00mm x 71.00mm) and use the same rectangular blade package configuration.