--- title: Series 17 | Mechanical Products description: MP Series 17-25 to 300A Protect critical vehicle applications in harsh environments Type I & III Push-to-Trip Waterproof Cross reference Bussmann 285 & 185 --- [Need help?](https://www.mechprod.com/contact) [** 630.953.4100](tel:630.953.4100) [** Email](mailto:helpme@mechprod.com) [![mp-Logo.png](https://www.mechprod.com/hs-fs/hubfs/MP_2017/Image/mp-Logo.png?width=119&name=mp-Logo.png "mp-Logo.png")](https://www.mechprod.com/) [![mp-Logo](https://www.mechprod.com/hs-fs/hubfs/MP_2017/Image/sticky-logo.png?width=119&name=sticky-logo.png "mp-Logo")](https://www.mechprod.com/) [** Find a Distributor](https://www.mechprod.com/circuit-breaker-distributors) [**](https://www.mechprod.com/series-17#search-popup) ## Search Mechanical Products Website Search ![MP-Series17-Hero](https://www.mechprod.com/hs-fs/hubfs/MP_2017/Image/Products-Overview_Hero.jpg?width=1440&name=Products-Overview_Hero.jpg "MP-Series17-Hero") # MP Series 17 High Amp Thermal Circuit Breaker ## Hi Amp Circuit Breaker Rated to 300 Amps The Mechanical Products Series 17 is a **high-amperage thermal circuit breaker designed for DC vehicle electrical systems** operating in harsh environments. The Series 17 provides **resettable overcurrent protection from 20 to 300 amps** and is commonly used in **work trucks, emergency vehicles, buses, marine systems, agricultural equipment, and liftgates.** The breaker protects wiring, batteries, motors, pumps, and power distribution circuits from **overload and short-circuit conditions** while allowing the circuit to be quickly reset after a fault. Key capabilities include: - Thermal overcurrent protection up to **300 amps** - **Type I and Type III vehicle protection** - **IP67 Waterproof and ignition-protected construction** - **Trip-free operation with visible trip indication** - SAE and ABYC Compliant The Series 17 is made in the USA and designed as a **drop-in replacement **for many high-amp breakers used in transportation and marine systems, including common designs from Blue Sea and Bussmann. ![MP-Series17-Intro](https://www.mechprod.com/hs-fs/hubfs/MP_2017/Image/Series17Top.png?width=380&name=Series17Top.png "MP-Series17-Intro") Product Features ![MP-Series17-Features](https://www.mechprod.com/hs-fs/hubfs/MP_2017/Image/Series17Bottom.png?width=590&name=Series17Bottom.png "MP-Series17-Features") 1 #### Key Features - Made in the USA - Type I & III Vehicle Protection - 1/4" and New 3/8" stainless steel terminal studs and sems nuts - Dustproof and waterproof - Ignition Protected - SAE & ABYC Compliant - Visible trip indication 2 #### Ratings - Voltage to- 48VDC (20 – 150A), 30VDC (175 – 200A), 14VDC (225-300A) - Current- 20-300 Amps - Short Circuit Interrupt to – (see datasheet) 3 #### Testing Performed - Vibration: 8g force  - Shock: 25g force  - Corrosion: 96hr salt-spray - Humidity: 240hr at 95% RH ### Additional Information on MP Series 17 ![Data-Sheet](https://www.mechprod.com/hs-fs/hubfs/MP_2017/Image/Product_icon1.png?width=53&height=46&name=Product_icon1.png) #### Data Sheet Our data sheet includes physical configuration details, operating characteristics, and more. 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