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MERSEN FUSE 500V CP 10X38 AM 8A S/I Z201295
Mersen FR10AM50V8 10 x 38 mm cylindrical aM fuse-link rated at 8 A and 500 V AC for industrial motor circuit short-circuit protection.
£0.63
Why Choose the Mersen FR10AM50V8 Cylindrical aM Fuse?
The Mersen FR10AM50V8 is a premium aM cylindrical fuse-link engineered for dependable short-circuit protection of industrial motor circuits and associated switchgear. Rated at 8 A with a 500 V AC IEC voltage rating, this 10 x 38 mm fuse is specifically designed to protect motor starters, contactors and control equipment operating in demanding industrial environments.
As part of the trusted Mersen FR10 aM fuse range, the FR10AM50V8 incorporates a robust ceramic body and silver-plated contacts for excellent electrical conductivity and long operational life. Its partial-range aM characteristic allows normal motor starting currents while rapidly clearing high short-circuit fault currents.
Designed in accordance with IEC standards, this fuse provides a high 120 kA AC breaking capacity, making it suitable for industrial control panels, machinery, OEM equipment and motor control centres where reliable circuit protection is essential.
Key Advantages
- Purpose-designed aM protection for industrial motor circuits.
- 8 A rated current for motor control applications.
- 500 V AC IEC voltage rating.
- 120 kA AC breaking capacity.
- Current-limiting design helps reduce damage during short-circuit faults.
- Ceramic body with silver-plated contacts for dependable long-term performance.
Key Features
- Mersen FR10 aM cylindrical fuse series.
- 10 x 38 mm cylindrical fuse-link.
- 8 A rated current.
- 500 V AC rated voltage.
- aM partial-range operating characteristic.
- 120 kA AC breaking capacity.
- Ceramic insulating body.
- Silver-plated ferrule contacts.
- IEC compliant design.
- RoHS compliant.
Reliable Short-Circuit Protection for Motor Circuits
The Mersen FR10AM50V8 is designed to protect motor control equipment from damaging short-circuit currents while allowing the temporary high inrush currents generated during normal motor starting. Its current-limiting design helps minimise thermal and mechanical stress on contactors, switchgear and connected equipment.
As an aM partial-range fuse, the FR10AM50V8 should always be used together with an appropriate overload relay or motor protection device to provide complete motor circuit protection.
Typical Applications
- Industrial motor starter circuits.
- Motor control centres.
- Industrial control panels.
- OEM machinery.
- Automation equipment.
- Contactors and overload relay assemblies.
Technical Specifications
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| Current | 8 A | |
|---|---|---|
| Voltage | 500 V | |
| Device Type | Fuse link | |
| Fuse Type | Cylindrical | |
| Fuse Size | 10x38 mm | |
| Fuse Class | aM | |
| Manufacturer | Mersen | |
| Series | Ferrule Fuse-links 10 x 38 aM | |
| Model | FR10AM50V8 | |
| Manufacturer item number | Z201295 | |
| EAN | 8430399008059 | |
| Product type | Cylindrical aM fuse-link | |
| Fuse size | 10 x 38 mm | |
| Rated current | 8 A | |
| Rated voltage | 500 V AC | |
| Fuse characteristic | aM | |
| Breaking capacity | 120 kA AC | |
| Power dissipation | 0.55 W | |
| Body material | Ceramic | |
| Contact material | Silver-plated ferrules | |
| Mounting | Compatible 10 x 38 mm fuse holder | |
| Weight | Approx. 8.3 g | |
| RoHS compliant | Yes | |
| HS Code | 85361010 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Mersen FR10AM50V8 used for?
It is designed to provide short-circuit protection for industrial motor circuits, contactors and associated switchgear.
What are the electrical ratings of this fuse?
The FR10AM50V8 is rated at 8 A, 500 V AC and provides a 120 kA AC breaking capacity.
What does the aM characteristic mean?
An aM fuse provides partial-range protection, allowing normal motor starting currents while protecting equipment against high short-circuit fault currents.
Does this fuse provide overload protection?
No. An aM fuse should always be used together with a suitable overload relay or motor protection device.
Where is this fuse commonly installed?
It is typically installed in industrial motor starters, machine control panels, OEM equipment and motor control centres.
Trusted by Industrial Panel Builders Worldwide
Mersen cylindrical aM fuse-links are trusted by machine builders, panel manufacturers and maintenance engineers for reliable motor circuit protection, excellent fault interruption performance and dependable industrial operation.
