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MERSEN FUSE 600V 125A CLASS J HS FUSE HSJ125
The Fuse HSJ125 provides superior protection for power distribution and semiconductor applications, combining high-speed operation with a compact Class J form factor. Rated for 600VAC and 500VDC at 125A, this blade-mount Amp-Trap® fuse supports both AC and DC circuits with exceptional reliability.
£156.37
Why Choose the Mersen HSJ125 High-Speed Class J Fuse?
The Mersen HSJ125 is a 125 A high-speed Class J fuse designed to protect industrial branch circuits and sensitive power semiconductor equipment against damaging overcurrents and short-circuit faults. Part of the Mersen Amp-Trap® HSJ range, it combines Class J branch-circuit protection with the low let-through energy required by modern power-electronic systems.
The HSJ125 is particularly suitable for equipment containing variable frequency drives, electronic motor controllers, rectifiers, inverters and solid-state power devices. Its high-speed, current-limiting performance helps reduce peak fault current and thermal stress before significant damage can occur to semiconductor components or connected equipment.
Rated at 125 A, 600 V AC and 500 V DC, the Mersen HSJ125 provides a compact protection solution for demanding industrial installations. Its Class J rejection-style dimensions also help prevent the accidental installation of an unsuitable fuse class in a compatible fuse holder or fuse block.
Key Advantages
- Combines branch-circuit and semiconductor protection in one fuse.
- 125 A current rating for industrial power applications.
- Suitable for systems rated up to 600 V AC or 500 V DC.
- Low I²t performance helps protect sensitive power-electronic components.
- Current-limiting operation reduces peak fault current and let-through energy.
- Class J rejection dimensions help prevent incorrect fuse substitution.
Key Features
- Mersen Amp-Trap® HSJ series.
- 125 A rated current.
- 600 V AC and 500 V DC voltage ratings.
- High-speed operating characteristic.
- UL Class J fuse format.
- Current-limiting construction.
- Low let-through energy for semiconductor protection.
- Suitable for compatible Class J fuse holders and fuse blocks.
High-Speed Protection for Power-Electronic Equipment
Power semiconductors can be damaged by fault energy before a conventional general-purpose fuse has time to operate. The Mersen HSJ125 uses a high-speed fuse element and low-I²t design to interrupt severe faults rapidly, limiting the electrical and thermal energy transferred to vulnerable components.
Its overload capability also allows the fuse to tolerate the normal inrush and cycling conditions associated with electronic motor controllers and industrial drives. Correct fuse selection should consider system voltage, continuous load current, starting current, available fault current and the protection requirements specified by the equipment manufacturer.
Typical Applications
- Variable frequency drives and motor-drive systems.
- Electronic motor controllers and soft starters.
- Industrial rectifiers, inverters and power converters.
- Uninterruptible power supply systems.
- Semiconductor devices, including SCRs and diodes.
- Industrial control panels and OEM machinery.
Technical Specifications
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| Current | 125 A | |
|---|---|---|
| Voltage | 600 V | |
| Fuse Type | UL class | |
| Item number | HSJ125 | |
| Description | Fuse HSJ - Class J - High-Speed 600VAC 500VDC 125A Blade Amp-Trap® | |
| EAN/UPC Code | 782001329617 | |
| Rated voltage AC UL | 600 V | |
| Rated voltage DC UL | 500 V | |
| Frequency (Hz) | 50/60 Hz | |
| Ampere Rating | 125 A | |
| AC or DC | AC/DC | |
| Fuse Class | Class J | |
| Speed/Characteristic | High Speed | |
| Mounting | Clip | |
| AC Max I.R./Breaking Capacity | I1: 200 kA | |
| Connection/Terminal Material | Brass | |
| Connection/Terminal Type | Blade | |
| Product Diameter | 41.3 mm | |
| Product Length | 146 mm | |
| Sell Pack Quantity | 1 EA | |
| Sell Pack Weight | 0.3583 kg | |
| Sell Pack Width | 42.9 mm | |
| Sell Pack Length | 42.9 mm | |
| Sell Pack Height | 152.4 mm | |
| Product group | Low Voltage UL/CSA Fuses | |
| Body/Insulating Material | GMG | |
| Product Weight | 0.3411 kg | |
| HS Code | 85361090 | |
| Country of Manufacture | Mexico |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Mersen HSJ125 used for?
The Mersen HSJ125 provides high-speed overcurrent and short-circuit protection for industrial branch circuits, drives, power converters and sensitive semiconductor devices.
What is the current rating of the HSJ125?
The Mersen HSJ125 has a nominal current rating of 125 A.
What voltage is the Mersen HSJ125 rated for?
The fuse is rated for applications operating at up to 600 V AC or 500 V DC.
Is the HSJ125 a standard time-delay Class J fuse?
No. The HSJ125 is a high-speed Class J fuse designed to provide lower let-through energy and faster semiconductor protection than a conventional time-delay branch-circuit fuse.
Does the HSJ125 require a special fuse holder?
It should be installed in a compatible Class J fuse holder or fuse block with electrical and mechanical ratings suitable for the application.
Trusted High-Speed Circuit Protection
Mersen Amp-Trap® high-speed fuses are used by panel builders, equipment manufacturers and industrial engineers to protect power semiconductors and critical electrical systems against damaging fault currents.
