Mersen A4BQ3000 - Fuse A4BQ - Class L - Time-Delay 600VAC 500VDC 3000A Blade Amp-Trap 2000®
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A4BQ3000

Alternate Item Number: A4BQ3000

UPC: 782001930141


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Overview

The Mersen Amp-Trap 2000® A4BQ fuse (SKU: A4BQ3000) offers superior current-limiting protection for service entrance equipment. It provides 20% greater current limitation than other Class L fuses, ensuring downstream components are maximally protected against short-circuit let-through current. The integrated 4-second time-delay characteristic at 500% of rated current effectively accommodates harmless inrush currents from loads like motors and transformers, preventing nuisance openings. This fuse boasts a 300kA interrupting rating, self-certified and UL witnessed, delivering the lowest peak let-through current even at fault currents up to 300kA. Features include pure silver links for reduced let-through current and extended fuse life, easy 2-to-1 selectivity to prevent system-wide shutdowns, and a rejection-style design to avoid incorrect installations. Its high-visibility orange label ensures instant brand recognition. The A4BQ series is recommended for Arc Flash energy reduction and can replace older Class L fuse types, simplifying inventory. Rated for 600VAC and 500VDC, with AC amp ratings from 100 to 6000A and DC amp ratings from 100 to 3000A. Approvals include UL listed to standard 248-10 (File E2137) and CSA certified to standard C22.2 No. 248.10.
  • 20% more current-limiting than other Class L fuses
  • Built-in 4-second time-delay for inrush currents
  • 300kA interrupting rating (UL witnessed)
  • Lowest peak let-thru current and energy
  • UL listed to standard 248-10, CSA certified

Specifications

AC Voltage Rating
600 V
Amperage Rating
3000 A
Application
Mains Feeders Large motors Lighting, heating & general loads Circuit breaker back-up DC rated: UPS DC links, battery disconnects, other DC applications
Body Material
GMG
Brand Name
Mersen
Class
Class L
Connection
Blade
Connection Material
Silver-Plated Copper
DC Voltage Rating
500 V
Fuse Class
L
Interrupt Rating
200 kA
Mounting
Bolted
Size
10.75 x 5 in
Size
273.05 x 127 mm
Special Features
Fastest operation under short circuit conditions: Let-thru currents are typically 20 percent lower, with a corresponding let-thru energy (clearing I2t) up to 40 lower than the next fastest Class L fuse Time-delay for high inrush loads such as motors and transformers, without nuisance opening 300kA interrupting rating - self-certified, UL witnessed tests Most current-limiting for lowest peak let-thru current even at fault currents up to 300kA Recommended for Arc Flash energy reduction Pure silver links ensure lowest let-thru current and longer fuse life Easy 2-to-1 selectivity for prevention of nuisance shutdowns and “blackouts” Rejection-style design prevents replacement errors High-visibility orange label gives instant brand recognition Reduced inventory because A4BQ can replace all older types of Class L fuses now in-service Metal-embossed date and catalog number for traceability and lasting identification Fiberglass body provides dimensional stability in harsh industrial settings High-grade silica filler ensures fast arc quenching Optional mechanical TA indicator (100-6000A). Please contact factory for special trigger actuator
Standard
A4BQ (100-6000) UL listed to standard 248-10 File E2137 DC listed to UL standard 248 (100-2000A) CSA certified to standard C22.2 No. 248.10 (601-6000A) A4BQ (100-6000) - TA UL listed
Sub Brand
Amp-Trap 2000®
Type
Class L
Voltage Rating
600 VAC
Package Dimensions (L x W x H)
10.75 in x 5 in x 5 in
Package Dimensions (L x W x H)
273.05 mm x 127 mm x 127 mm
Package Weight (Imperial)
17.090 lb
Package Weight (Metric)
7.752 kg
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What industries and applications are Mersen products used for?

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Mersen offers multiple accessories for their fuse blocks and systems, including safety pullers (DFC3M and DFC3LP), DIN-rail adapters (DRM), bus bars, auxiliary contacts, and specialized mounting hardware. Key accessories include the DFC3M safety puller for 1-1/2" x 13/32" midget or Class CC fuses, the DRM adapter for mounting 303 series fuse blocks on DIN-rail, and UltraSafe fuse module accessories like bus bars and auxiliary contacts that enable module interconnection and monitoring.

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