Overview
The Gould Shawmut A60X70 is a Type 4 Form 101 high-speed semiconductor protection fuse designed for AC and DC applications up to 700 volts. Rated at 70 amps, this current-limiting fuse delivers fast acting protection and minimal let-through current, making it ideal for safeguarding semiconductor power conversion circuits, UPS systems, motor drives, and inverters.
Key Features
- 70 amp continuous current rating
- 700V AC/DC rated
- Form 101 package (standard semiconductor fuse form)
- Type 4 fast-acting/very fast acting speed class
- Current-limiting design reduces let-through current
- Suitable for semiconductor and power electronics protection
Technical Specifications
- Rated Current: 70 amps
- Voltage Rating: 700V AC/DC
- Form Factor: Form 101
- Speed Class: Type 4 (Very Fast Acting)
- Body Style: Cylindrical ceramic
- Manufacturer: Gould/Shawmut Amptrap
- Application: Semiconductor and power circuit protection
Typical Applications
- Variable frequency drives (VFDs) and motor drives
- Uninterruptible power supplies (UPS)
- Power inverters and converters
- Rectifier circuits and power distribution boards
- Semiconductor device protection in industrial automation
- Welding equipment and industrial power conversion systems
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- 70-amp rated circuits and power distribution systems
- 700V AC/DC power equipment and installations
- Form 101 fuse holders and clips
- Semiconductor protection circuits in industrial drives
- Power conversion and control systems
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- Other Gould Shawmut Amptrap Type 4 fuses with identical 70A/700V ratings
- Equivalent Form 101 semiconductor fuses from alternative manufacturers with matching amperage and voltage specifications
- Verify exact replacement compatibility with your system integrator or equipment documentation before ordering.
Works With
- Industrial motor drives and variable frequency drive (VFD) systems
- Power electronics test and control equipment
- UPS and emergency backup power systems
- Rectifier and inverter circuits
- Standard Form 101 fuse cartridge holders and mounting systems
