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Reducing Arc Flash Risk with Mersen Fuses: What You Need to Know

Oct 16, 2025 - EB Horsman Reducing Arc Flash Risk with Mersen Fuses What You Need to Know Mersen Current-Limiting Fuses

October 16, 2025

How Mersen Current-Limiting Fuses Can Help You Improve Safety, Stay Compliant & Keep Your Systems Running with Less Arc Flash Risk

When it comes to workplace safety in electrical systems, arc flash remains one of the most serious hazards in the industry. At EB Horsman, they are committed to helping their customers reduce risk—and that’s why they trust Mersen fuses to play a key role in lowering arc energy levels.

Here’s what you need to know about how current-limiting fuses can help you improve safety, stay compliant, and keep your systems running with less risk.

What Is Arc Flash—and Why Does It Matter?

An arc flash happens when a high-power electric fault causes a flashover, sending intense heat, pressure, and energy into the air. It’s fast, dangerous, and potentially deadly. The key safety challenge is incident energy, measured in cal/cm². Lowering that number helps reduce the severity of potential injuries.

Many job sites and facilities now require arc flash studies, labeling, and PPE assessments based on IEEE 1584 standards and CSA Z462 guidelines. But PPE alone isn’t enough. The right overcurrent protection makes a huge difference—this is where Mersen’s current-limiting fuses come in.

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How Mersen Fuses Help Reduce Arc Energy Fuse Holders

Current-limiting fuses are designed to interrupt fault currents faster than standard circuit breakers. That speed matters. A faster response time means less energy is released during a fault, which lowers the incident energy significantly.

Here’s how Mersen fuses support arc flash reduction:

  • Fast-Acting Performance: They limit both the duration and magnitude of the fault current.
  • Lower Peak Let-Through Currents: This reduces stress on downstream equipment and improves safety margins.
  • Clearing Time Under ½ Cycle: In many cases, Mersen fuses clear faults before the arc has time to fully develop.
  • Reliable Operation at All Current Levels: Even during high fault conditions, Mersen fuses operate consistently and predictably.

The result? Lower arc flash boundaries, less required PPE, and safer working conditions for your team.

Mersen Announces Expanded Ratings in Class RK1 Reducer Fuse Series

For more information on Mersen fuses HERE

The Real-World Impact

Using Mersen’s current-limiting fuses in your system design can:

  • Shrink the Arc Flash Boundary: This means more areas can be worked on safely, with lower PPE categories.
  • Help Meet CSA Z462 Requirements: It supports easier compliance with Canadian safety regulations.
  • Protect Your Investment: Less arc energy means less damage to your gear, which helps lower repair and replacement costs.
  • Boost Confidence for Electricians & Maintenance Crews: Safer systems = better morale and productivity.

What to Look for in a Fuse

If you’re planning to upgrade or specify fuses for arc flash reduction, look for:

  • Class J, RK1, and L fuses (Mersen offers high performance versions of all three)
  • High interrupting ratings
  • Time-current curves showing fast clearing times

Not sure what fits your system? EB Horsman’s technical team can help you select the right Mersen fuse for your application.

Why EB Horsman Stocks Mersen

EB Horsman has partnered with Mersen because they make safety-focused products that perform in real-world conditions. They carry a wide selection of their current-limiting fuses, fuse holders, and surge protection products in stock, ready for quick delivery across Western Canada.

EB Horsman’s customers count on them for solutions that work—and Mersen has proven time and again to be a brand they trust.

Get Mersen Products at E.B. Horsman 

E.B. Horsman is proud to offer Mersen’s full range of industrial protection products to the mining industry across Western Canada. Check out the range HERE

Talk to EB Horsman’s Team About Arc Flash Solutions

Arc flash risk is serious—but the right protection makes a big difference. Let the EB Horsman team help you make your system safer and more efficient with Mersen. Contact them HERE

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