AMP-TRAP®
A240R/A480R/A072F/A072B
MED. VOLTAGE FUSES / R-RATED
R-RATED MOTOR STARTER FUSES
Amp-trap R-rated fuses are current-limiting, high
interrupting rating fuses intended for the short-circuit
protection of medium voltage motors and motor
controllers. R-rated fuses are back up fuses that
have a minimum interrupting rating, and must be
coordinated with overload relays in combination motor
starters. The motor starter manufacturer generally
specifies the R-rated fuse size. Amp-trap R-rated
fuses are rated 2R to 36R, at 2.4, 4.8, and 7.2kV. 4.8
and 7.2kV fuses are UL Recognized. The 4.8kV
(A480R) is available with hookeye tab. The 7.2kV
(A072F) series has the same dimensions as the
4.8kV (A480R), allowing smaller 7.2kV equipment
or 4.8kV upgrades, and is available as a bolt
in version.
Features / Benefits
➤ Ferrule mounting for standard clips and
interchangeability with other brands of fuses
➤ 7.2kV series has the same dimensions as 4.8kV fuses,
allowing compact, higher voltage rated designs
➤ 7.2kV bolt-in design is available for improved design
flexiblity
HIGHLIGHTS:
APPLICATIONS:
➤
➤
R-Rated
➤ UL Recognized in
4.8 and 7.2kV ratings
➤ Optional hookeye on 4.8kV for non load-break
isolation by hookstick
Short circuit
protection of medium
voltage motors and
motor controllers
DEFINITIONS:
R-Rating:
An “R” rated fuse will melt in the range of 15 to 35 seconds
at a value of current equal to 100 times the “R” rating.
Back-up type Current-Limiting Fuse:
A current limiting fuse which can interrupt any current
between it’s rated minimum interrupting current and it’s
maximum interrupting current. Backup fuses are not designed
or intended to open under overload conditions.
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Ratings
Approvals
➤ A240R
AC: 2R to 36R
2750V, 45kA I.R. Sym.
➤ Ferraz Shawmut Certified
A240R @ 2750V,
45kA, Sym.
➤ A480R
AC: 2R to 36R
5500V, 63kA I.R. Sym.
➤ UL Recognized
Component
A480R @ 5080V,
50kA, Sym.
A072 @ 7200V,
50kA, Sym.
➤ A072F, A072B
AC: 2R to 24R
7200V, 50kA I.R. Sym.
UL File #E93367
Spring-Reinforced Clips
228-700-530 (One pair of clips)
For 3” Diameter, 2 barrels max.
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AMP-TRAP®
A240R
MEDIUM VOLTAGE FUSES / R-RATED
2.4kV Ferrule Style
Indicator Flush with Surface
2 Lb. Force (Tripped)
0.5
(12.7)
3.312
(84.1)
3.312
(84.1)
0.5
(12.7)
3.312
(84.1)
0.5
(12.7)
3
(76)
L
3
(76)
L
3
(76)
L
3
(76)
3
(76)
3
(76)
3
(76)
Catalog Numbering System, Ratings, Dimensions, 2.4kV
CATALOG
NUMBER
FIG.
STANDARD
SIZE
A240R2R
A240R3R
A240R4R
A240R6R
A240R9R
A24OR12R
A24OR18R
A240R24R
A240R36R
2R
3R
4R
6R
9R
12R
18R
24R
36R**
CONTINUOUS
AMPERE
RATING
DIM.
MINIMUM
INTERRUPTING
RATING
1 PHASE INTERRUPTING RATING
MAXIMUM
TESTED
at 40ßC
L
RMS AMPERES
RMS Asym
RMS Sym
170
250
340
500
760
1000
1500
1950
2900
70kA
@
2750V
45kA
@
2750V
A240R
A
B
C
70
100
130
170
200
230
390
450
650
10-7/8
(276mm)
* This rating defines the fuse’s long-term thermal capability per ANSI C37. 46-1 and should not be the sole factor for selecting a specific R rating.
** Not recommended for use in fuse clips which grasp only one barrel.
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Current in Amperes
Total Clearing Time — Current Data, 2.4kV Fuses
A240R
Current in Amperes
Minimum Melting Time — Current Data, 2.4kV Fuses
AMP-TRAP®
MEDIUM VOLTAGE FUSES / R-RATED
A240R, 2400 Volts
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Time in Seconds
A240R, 2400 Volts
Time in Seconds
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AMP-TRAP®
A240R
MEDIUM VOLTAGE FUSES / R-RATED
A240R, 2400 Volts
Maximum Instantaneous Peak Let-Thru Amperes
Peak Let-Thru Current Data, R-Rated Fuses
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AMP-TRAP®
A480R
MEDIUM VOLTAGE FUSES / R-RATED
4.8kV Ferrule Style
Blown Fuse Indicator
2Lb. Force (Tripped)
3.312
(84.1)
0.5
(12.7)
3.312
(84.1)
L
L
3
(76)
3.312
(84.1)
0.5
(12.7)
3
(76)
0.5
(12.7)
L
3
(76)
3
(76)
3
(76)
0.34 Dia. Typ.
(8)
Blown Fuse Indicator
(Tripped Position)
1.0
(25.4)
3
(76)
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Catalog Numbering System, Ratings, Dimensions, 4.8kV
CATALOG
NUMBER
FIG.
CONTINUOUS
AMPERE
RATING
at 40ßC
STANDARD
SIZE
A480R2R-1
A480R3R-1
A480R4R-1
A480R5R-1
A480R6R-1
A480R9R-1
A480R12R-1
A480R18R-1
A480R24R-1
A480R36R-1
2R
3R
4R
5R
6R
9R
12R
18R
24R
36R**
70
100
130
150
170
200
230
390
450
650
2R
3R
4R
5R
6R
9R
12R
18R
24R
70
100
130
150
170
200
230
390
450
DIM.
L
MINIMUM
INTERRUPTING
RATING
RMS AMPERES
1 PHASE INTERRUPTING RATING
UL COMPONENT
MAXIMUM
RECOGNITION
TESTED
RMS Asym
RMS Sym
RMS Asym
RMS Sym
A480R-1
A
B
C
190
225
330
400
500
740
955
1440
1910
2810
15-7/8
(403mm)
80kA
@
5080V
50kA
@
5080V
100kA
@
5500V
63kA
@
5500V
80kA
@
5080V
50kA
@
5080V
100kA
@
5500V
63kA
@
5500V
A480R-1HE with hookeye
A
B
A480R2R-1HE
A480R3R-1HE
A480R4R-1HE
A480R5R-1HE
A480R6R-1HE
A480R9R-1HE
A480R12R-1HE
A480R18R-1HE
A480R24R-1HE
190
225
330
400
500
740
955
1440
1910
16-1/8
(410mm)
* This rating defines the fuse’s long-term thermal capability per ANSI C37 46-1981 and should not be the sole factor for selecting a specific R rating.
** Not recommended for use in fuse clips which grasp only one barrel.
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AMP-TRAP®
A480R
MEDIUM VOLTAGE FUSES / R-RATED
Current in Amperes
Total Clearing Time — Current Data, 4.8kV Fuses
A480R-1, A480R-1HE, 4800 Volts
Time in Seconds
Current in Amperes
Minimum Melting Time — Current Data, 4.8kV Fuses
A480R-1, A480R-1HE, 4800 Volts
Time in Seconds
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AMP-TRAP®
A480R
MEDIUM VOLTAGE FUSES / R-RATED
A480R-1 and A480R-1HE, 4800 Volts
Maximum Instantaneous Peak Let-Thru Amperes
Peak Let-Thru Current Data, R-Rated Fuses
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Available Current in RMS Symmetrical Amperes
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AMP-TRAP®
A072F/A072B
MEDIUM VOLTAGE FUSES / R-RATED
Catalog Numbering System
A
0 7 2
F
1
D
0
7.2kV Ferrule & Bolt-in Types
R 0 - 12R
R Rating
Revision/No.
Special Features
Diameter (D=3")
No. of Barrels
Style (F=Ferrule , B=Bolt-in Mount)
Nominal Voltage Rating (072=7.2kV)
Amp-trap Fuse
16.26
(413.1)
3.63
(92.2)
Blown Fuse Indicator
Extends 0.5 in. (12.7mm) when fuse opens,
with 2 lbs. of force at end of travel
0.5
(12.7)
3.312
(84.1)
3
.25
(6.3)
16.26
(413.1)
0.5
(12.7)
7.62
(194)
3
15.88
(403)
15.88
(403)
3.00
(76.2)
.25
(6.3)
19.25
(488)
3
(76)
3
(76)
.44 x .91
(11 x 23)
3
(76)
17.88
(454.2)
Catalog Numbers, Ratings, Dimensions, 7.2kV
FIG.
CATALOG
NUMBER
RATING
ALLOWABLE
CONTINUOUS
AMPERE RATING
at 40ßC
MINIMUM
INTERRUPTING
RATING
RMS AMPERES
A072F1DORO-2R
A072F1DORO-3R
A072F1DORO-4R
2R
3R
4R
70
100
130
190
225
330
A072F1DORO-5R
A072F1DORO-6R
A072F1DORO-9R
A072F1DORO-12R
5R
6R
9R
12R
150
170
200
230
400
500
740
955
A072F2DORO-18R
A072F2DORO-24R
18R
24R
390
450
1440
1910
A072B1DARO-2R
A072B1DARO-3R
A072B1DARO-4R
2R
3R
4R
70
100
130
190
225
330
A072B1DARO-5R
A072B1DARO-6R
A072B1DARO-9R
A072B1DARO-12R
5R
6R
9R
12R
150
170
200
230
400
500
740
955
A072B2DARO-18R
A072B2DARO-24R
18R
24R
390
450
1440
1910
1.53
(38.8)
1 PHASE INTERRUPTING RATING
UL COMPONENT RECOGNITION
RMS Asym.
RMS Sym.
80kA
@
7200V
50kA
@
7200V
80kA
50kA
@
7200V
@
7200V
Ferrule Type
A
B
Bolt-in Type
C
D
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AMP-TRAP®
A072F/A072B
MEDIUM VOLTAGE FUSES / R-RATED
Current in Amperes
Total Clearing Time — Current Data, 7.2kV Fuses
A072F and A072B, 7200 Volts
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Time in Seconds
Current in Amperes
Minimum Melting Time — Current Data, 7.2kV Fuses
A072F2 and A072B, 7200 Volts
Time in Seconds
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AMP-TRAP®
A072F/A072B
MEDIUM VOLTAGE FUSES / R-RATED
AO72F and A072B2, 7200 Volts
Maximum Instantaneous Peak Let-Thru Amperes
Peak Let-Thru Current Data, R-Rated Fuses
Available Current in RMS Symmetrical Amperes
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