Semiconductor Fuses withstand ratings up to 200 kA.
Press Release Summary:
Series A15QS Amp-Trap Form 101 fuses protect diodes, thyristors, GTOs, and other semiconductor devices. They are rated 150 V ac/dc and range from 1-6,000 A. Fuses are UL Recognized components, feature AC approvals for UL Guide Number JFHR2, and have been DC tested to UL Standard 198L parameters. Fuse status indicators are optional. Typical system applications include heavy duty devices such as rectifiers, inverters, and phase controllers.
Original Press Release:
Ferraz Shawmut Releases New Line of Semiconductor Fuses
A15QS Amp-Trap® Form 101 Fuses Deliver Big Protection in a Compact Design
NEWBURYPORT, Mass., December 4, 2002-Ferraz Shawmut, a global leader in the field of circuit protection, recently announced the introduction of its new line of A15QS Amp-Trap Form 101 semiconductor fuses. Designed specifically for the protection of diodes, thyristors, GTOs (Gate Turn-Off Thyristors) and other semiconductor devices, typical system applications include heavy duty devices such as rectifiers, inverters and phase controllers.
Rated 150V AC/DC and ranging from 1 to 6000A, the A15QS offers withstand ratings up to 200kA. The new product line incorporates the superior current-limiting capabilities of the company's renowned Amp-Trap brand while its compact design makes it ideal for applications with space limitations. In addition, the new A15QS line offers optional indication features for those systems requiring fuse status.
"The new A15QS product line has been designed to provide a high level of protection in a space-saving, compact package," said Dan Dunlap, product manager for Ferraz Shawmut. "Featuring an improved AC/DC rating, low clearing I²t and low watts loss performance, this new product enables designers and end users to utilize semiconductor devices to their maximum capacity without compromising protection in the event of a fault condition. Moreover, its standard North American footprint, superior performance in cyclic conditions and appealing price structure make the A15QS a compelling alternative to competitive products."
The new A15QS has been designed to replace Ferraz Shawmut's existing A13X and A13Z product lines, which will be discontinued in 2003. Available immediately, the Al5QS semiconductor protection fuses are UL Recognized components, feature AC approvals for UL Guide Number JFHR2 (1-4000A) and have been DC tested to UL Standard 198L parameters (1-4000). Complete product specifications can be found in Ferraz Shawmut's Advisor style cut-sheet or on the company's award-winning Web site at ferrazshawmut.com.
Ferraz Shawmut has been a leader in circuit protection for industry and the electrical market for more than 100 years. With a complete line of current-limiting fuses and accessories, Ferraz Shawmut prides itself on delivering innovative, problem-solving products like the SmartSpot(TM) open fuse indicator, Amp-Trap 2000 fuses, ULTRASAFE(TM) fuse holders, Protistor® semiconductor fuses and Select-A-Fuse(TM) software. Contact the company by phone at (978) 462-6662 or visit ferrazshawmut.com.
