Shawmut A6Y3 Fuse

Shawmut A6Y3 Amp-Trap Type 1 fuse is a compact capsule-style current-limiting device rated at 3 A for circuits up to 600 V. It belongs to Ferraz Shawmut’s Amp-Trap A6Y family, offering reliable protection by rapidly interrupting overcurrents to safeguard downstream components. The A6Y series is specified for service up to 600 V and provides a DC interrupting rating up to 100 kA, making it suitable for high-energy DC environments such as power supplies and motor drives. The A6Y3-1/Type 1 variant represents a 3 A rating within this family, delivering a predictable trip behavior that helps prevent damage to wiring and electronic circuits in compact equipment. This fuse is designed for applications where space is limited but dependable overcurrent protection is essential, aligning with common industrial electronics needs in power supplies, control circuits, and other equipment requiring fast-acting protection at the 600 V class.