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MERSEN FUSE 500V CP 10X38 AM 10A S/I Y211552
Mersen FR10AM50V10 10 × 38 mm aM cylindrical fuse-link rated at 10 A and 500 V AC for industrial motor circuit protection.
£0.63
Why Choose the Mersen FR10AM50V10 Cylindrical Fuse?
The Mersen FR10AM50V10 is a premium 10 × 38 mm aM cylindrical fuse-link designed to provide reliable short-circuit protection for motors, motor starters and associated industrial switchgear. As part of the trusted Mersen FR10 aM fuse range, it delivers high current-limiting performance whilst allowing normal motor starting currents to pass without nuisance operation.
Manufactured with a robust ceramic body and silver-plated contacts, the FR10AM50V10 offers dependable electrical performance and a long service life in demanding industrial environments. Its aM partial-range characteristic makes it ideal for protecting motor circuits against high fault currents when used alongside a suitable overload protection device.
With a 10 A current rating, 500 V AC IEC rated voltage and a 120 kA breaking capacity, the FR10AM50V10 is ideally suited to industrial machinery, motor control centres and OEM automation systems requiring dependable motor circuit protection.
Key Advantages
- Designed specifically for motor circuit short-circuit protection.
- 10 A rated current for industrial motor applications.
- 500 V AC IEC rated voltage.
- aM characteristic tolerates normal motor starting currents.
- 120 kA breaking capacity for dependable fault interruption.
- Ceramic construction with silver-plated contacts for long service life.
Key Features
- Mersen FR10 aM series.
- 10 × 38 mm cylindrical fuse-link.
- 10 A rated current.
- 500 V AC rated voltage.
- aM partial-range motor protection characteristic.
- High current-limiting performance.
- Ceramic fuse body.
- Silver-plated copper ferrule contacts.
Reliable Motor Circuit Protection
The Mersen FR10AM50V10 is engineered to protect motors and associated switchgear from destructive short-circuit currents whilst allowing the temporary inrush currents generated during motor starting. Its current-limiting design helps minimise thermal and mechanical stress on downstream electrical equipment.
As an aM partial-range fuse, it is intended specifically for short-circuit protection and should be installed together with a suitable overload relay or motor protection circuit breaker to provide complete motor protection.
Typical Applications
- Motor starter protection.
- Motor control centres (MCCs).
- Industrial control panels.
- OEM machinery.
- Industrial switchgear.
- Automation and production equipment.
Technical Specifications
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| Current | 10 A | |
|---|---|---|
| Voltage | 500 V | |
| Device Type | Fuse link | |
| Fuse Type | Cylindrical | |
| Fuse Size | 10x38 mm | |
| Fuse Class | aM | |
| Manufacturer | Mersen | |
| Series | FR10 aM | |
| Model | FR10AM50V10 | |
| Manufacturer item number | Y211552 | |
| EAN / UPC | 8430399008066 | |
| Product type | Cylindrical fuse-link | |
| Fuse characteristic | aM | |
| Rated current | 10 A | |
| Rated voltage | 500 V AC | |
| Breaking capacity | 120 kA AC | |
| Fuse size | 10 × 38 mm | |
| Mounting | Clip mounting | |
| Terminal type | Ferrule | |
| Body material | Ceramic | |
| Contact material | Silver-plated copper | |
| Power dissipation | 0.62 W | |
| Weight | Approx. 8.3 g | |
| RoHS compliant | Yes | |
| HS Code | 85361010 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Mersen FR10AM50V10 used for?
The FR10AM50V10 provides short-circuit protection for industrial motor circuits, motor starters and associated electrical equipment.
What does the aM fuse characteristic mean?
An aM fuse is a partial-range motor protection fuse designed to withstand normal motor starting currents whilst providing high-performance short-circuit protection.
Does this fuse provide overload protection?
No. The FR10AM50V10 should be used together with a suitable overload relay or motor protection circuit breaker for complete motor protection.
What are the voltage and current ratings?
The FR10AM50V10 is rated at 10 A and 500 V AC with a 120 kA breaking capacity.
Where is this fuse typically installed?
It is commonly installed in compatible 10 × 38 mm fuse holders within industrial control panels, motor starters, switchgear and OEM machinery.
Trusted by Electrical Professionals Worldwide
Mersen aM cylindrical fuse-links are trusted by panel builders, OEM manufacturers and maintenance engineers worldwide for dependable motor protection, excellent current-limiting performance and reliable operation in demanding industrial environments.
