JKS-175 - 175 Amp Fuse Description
JKS-175 - 175 Amp Fuse
Getting the right amperage is crucial, but it's only part of the puzzle when selecting the right fuse. Take the Eaton Bussmann series JKS-175, for example. This 175A, 600V Class J fuse has a manufacturer-specified interrupting rating of 200 kAIC at 600VAC. If you're working with equipment that requires this specific mix of amperage, voltage, Class J setup, and interrupting rating, the JKS-175 is a dependable, long-lasting choice. The main takeaway? Always check the full specification—not just the 175A marking—before you choose!
Key Features and Benefits
- 175A rating: Provides the specified amperage needed when equipment calls for a 175-amp JKS fuse.
- 600V Class J fuse: Clearly identified by both voltage rating and fuse class, helping narrow down the correct component during maintenance or replacement work.
- Bolted blade connection: Features bolted blade-to-bolted blade connections, an important detail when confirming physical compatibility.
- Single-element configuration: Manufacturer specifies one element for the JKS-175.
- Non-indicating design: This fuse does not incorporate a visual fuse-status indicator.
Technical Specifications
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Product Name: Eaton Bussmann series JKS fuse
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Catalog Number: JKS-175
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Product Type: Fuse
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Amperage Rating: 175A
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Voltage Rating: 600V
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Fuse Class: Class J
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Interrupting Rating: 200 kAIC at 600VAC
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Number of Elements: 1
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Connection: Bolted blade end x bolted blade end
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Fuse Indicator: Non-indicating
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Special Feature: Non-indicating
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Length / Depth: 5.75 in
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Height: 1.5 in
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Width: 1.5 in
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Product Weight: 0.855 lb
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UPC: 051712631754
Material Compliance and Certifications
The supplied manufacturer specifications identify the JKS-175 as:
- RoHS Compliant
Where It Works Best
The JKS-175 175A 600V Class J fuse suits compatible electrical equipment that requires a 175A Class J fuse, 600V rating, 200 kAIC interrupting rating at 600VAC, single-element configuration, non-indicating design, and bolted blade-to-bolted blade connections. The specified 5.75 x 1.5 x 1.5-inch dimensions should also agree with the requirements of the intended equipment.
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Specifications
- Width:1.5
- Depth:1.5
- Height:5.75
- Amperes:175
- A.I.C. Rating & Volts:200 kA @ 600 V.AC
- Type:JKS
- Additional Notes:Knife-Blade Style, Non-Indicating, Fast-Acting, current-limiting Class J Fuse
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