Application Specific CUBEFuse Delivers Superior Photovoltaic Protection with up to a 70% Smaller Footprint
• Fast-acting protection specifically designed for low-fault current conditions that occur in PV systems
• Finger-safe feature minimizes exposure to live parts, reducing hazard to personnel
• UL 2579 Listed for use in 600Vdc photovoltaic systems
• Demonstrated performance in extreme temperature cycling conditions, ranging from -40°C through 90°C
• Integral use with the CUBEFuse holder minimizes panel space by up to 70%
Catalog Symbol:
PVCF_RN
PVCF_RN
Fast-Acting Fuse:
6 minutes maximum clearing time at 200% rated current for 35 to 60A fuse
6 minutes maximum clearing time at 200% rated current for 35 to 60A fuse
8 minutes maximum clearing time at 200% rated current for 70 to 100A fuse
Agency Information:
• UL Listed Fuse: Guide JFGA, File E335324
• CSA component certified C22.2
Other Ratings/Specifications:
Watts Loss at Rated Current:
PVCF35RN: 5.45W
PVCF35RN: 5.45W
PVCF60RN: 7.27W
PVCF100RN: 11.50W
Operating and Storage Temperature Range: -40 to 90°C
Material Specifications:
• Case: Glass filled PES (Polyethersulfone)
• Terminals: Copper alloy
• Terminal plating: Electroless tin
Installation:
Fits Standard Class CF holders as listed in the table below
Application:
• Photovoltaic Systems:
- Combiner Boxes
- Re-combiner Boxes
- DC Safety Switches
Catalog Numbers (amp rating) (Non-Indicating)
Carton Quantity and Weight
PVCF_RN Dimensions – in (mm)
![](/uploads/spec-pics/20145678/PVCF_RN-Bussmann-CUBEFuse-Photovoltaic-Dimensions.jpg)
Time-Current Characteristic Curves–Average Melt
![](/uploads/spec-pics/20145678/PVCF_RN-CUBEFuse-Photovoltaic-Time-Current.jpg)
Current Limitation Curves
![](/uploads/spec-pics/20145678/PVCF_RN-CUBEFuse-Photovoltaic-Current-Limitation.jpg)
PVCF35RN | PVCF50RN | PVCF80RN |
PVCF40RN | PVCF60RN | PVCF90RN |
PVCF45RN | PVCF70RN | PVCF100RN |
Carton Quantity and Weight
Amp Rating |
Carton Qty. |
Weight Per Carton | |
lbs | kg | ||
PVCF-35-60A | 12 | 1.42 | 0.65 |
PVCF-70-100A | 6 | 1.74 | 0.79 |
PVCF_RN Dimensions – in (mm)
![](/uploads/spec-pics/20145678/PVCF_RN-Bussmann-CUBEFuse-Photovoltaic-Dimensions.jpg)
Time-Current Characteristic Curves–Average Melt
![](/uploads/spec-pics/20145678/PVCF_RN-CUBEFuse-Photovoltaic-Time-Current.jpg)
Current Limitation Curves
![](/uploads/spec-pics/20145678/PVCF_RN-CUBEFuse-Photovoltaic-Current-Limitation.jpg)
Protection for Many PV Applications
• Cooper Bussmann is committed to developing products that offer superior protection to PV installations.
• The PVCF_RN fuse is just one of many innovative products that can be applied in many areas and offers operators, integrators, contractors and distributors the best protection available.
• The result is that personnel, equipment and the environment all receive a higher level of protection that optimizes system performance throughout the entire life cycle of installation.
Features and Product Benefits
• Maximize uptime and reliability using fuses designed and listed to UL 2579: Low Voltage Fuses- Fuses for 600Vdc Photovoltaic Systems
• Fast-acting protection specifically designed for low-fault current conditions that occur in PV systems
• Maximize return on investment with fuses proven to withstand harsh temperatures; demonstrated performance in extreme temperature cycling conditions, ranging from -40ºC through 90ºC
• Simplify compatibility with readily available industry standard Class CF holders while minimizing panel space by up to 70%
• Proven to clear faults faster than the UL requirement
• Minimal energy consumption leading to increased efficiency
• Ampacity rejecting holders help prevent overfusing
• Finger-safe feature minimizes exposure to live parts, reducing hazard to personnel
CUBEFuse Holders
(amps) | Fits Fuse Holder | |
Non-Indicating | TCFH60N | TCFH100N |
PVCF35RN | X | |
PVCF40RN | X | |
PVCF45RN | X | |
PVCF50RN | X | |
PVCF60RN | X | |
PVCF70RN | X | |
PVCF80RN | X | |
PVCF90RN | X | |
PVCF100RN | X |
All 100 and 60A CUBEFuse holders can dovetail together for the required number of poles with the smallest footprint possible compared to Class J solutions