JKS-175 - 175 Amp Fuse

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

• Product Name: Eaton Bussmann series JKS fuse
  
• Catalog Number: JKS-175
  
• Product Type: Fuse
  
• Amperage Rating: 175A
  
• Voltage Rating: 600V
  
• Fuse Class: Class J
  
• Interrupting Rating: 200 kAIC at 600VAC
  
• Number of Elements: 1
  
• Connection: Bolted blade end x bolted blade end
  
• Fuse Indicator: Non-indicating
  
• Special Feature: Non-indicating
  
• Length / Depth: 5.75 in
  
• Height: 1.5 in
  
• Width: 1.5 in
  
• Product Weight: 0.855 lb
  
• 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.