AJT8 - 8 Amp Fuse

AJT8 - 8 Amp Fuse

The AJT8 Class J Time-Delay Fuse from the Amp-Trap 2000® series is built for your electrical systems that demand dependable overcurrent protection while still handling normal startup surges from motors, transformers, and inductive loads. Rated at 8 amps, this compact Class J fuse combines advanced current-limiting performance with time-delay protection to help reduce nuisance openings during temporary inrush conditions. Its space-saving design requires significantly less mounting space than many traditional fuse styles, making it a smart fit for crowded control panels, switchboards, and industrial equipment.

Designed with SmartSpot® technology, the AJT8 includes a visual open-fuse indicator that helps your maintenance teams quickly identify a blown fuse and minimize troubleshooting time. The fuse also delivers high interrupting capacity protection, helping shield sensitive electrical equipment from damaging short circuits and overload events. Whether used in branch circuits, feeder circuits, HVAC systems, motor controls, or industrial machinery, the AJT8 provides consistent performance in demanding commercial and industrial environments.

Key Features and Benefits

• Time-delay performance helps manage motor and transformer inrush currents: Helps reduce nuisance openings during temporary startup surges.
• Current-limiting design helps reduce damage during fault conditions: Helps minimize damage caused by short circuits and overloads.
• SmartSpot® visual indicator allows faster fuse identification: Helps maintenance teams quickly identify an opened fuse.
• Compact Class J construction saves valuable panel space: Useful in crowded control panels and switchboards.
• Suitable for both AC and DC applications: Supports a wide range of electrical systems.
• High 200 kA interrupting rating for increased circuit protection: Designed for demanding commercial and industrial environments.
• Ferrule terminal design supports secure clip mounting: Helps provide dependable installation.
• Helps support IEC Type 2 “No Damage” protection when properly coordinated: Supports coordinated electrical protection systems.
• Ideal for main, feeder, and branch circuit protection: Suitable for multiple power distribution applications.
  

Technical Specifications

• Catalog Number: AJT8
  
• Series: AJT – Class J – Time-Delay
  
• Product Type: Amp-Trap 2000® Fuse
  
• Ampere Rating: 8 Amps
  
• Voltage Rating (AC): 600 VAC
  
• Voltage Rating (DC): 500 VDC
  
• Frequency: 50/60 Hz
  
• Fuse Class: Class J
  
• Characteristic: Time Delay
  
• Interrupting Rating: 200 kA
  
• Terminal Type: Ferrule
  
• Terminal Material: Tin-Plated Copper
  
• Mounting Type: Clip Mount
  
• Indication System: SmartSpot® Visual Open Fuse Indicator
  
• Product Diameter: 20.7 mm
  
• Product Length: 57.2 mm
  
• Body Material: GMG
  
• Product Weight: 0.044 kg
  

Material Compliance and Certifications

• Industry Standards: The AJT8 fuse is manufactured for Low Voltage UL/CSA applications and is engineered to meet demanding commercial and industrial electrical protection requirements. When properly coordinated within an electrical system, it supports IEC Type 2 “No Damage” protection standards.
  

Where It Works Best

• The AJT8 is well suited for motor control circuits, HVAC equipment, transformers, industrial machinery, panelboards, control panels, feeder circuits, and branch circuit protection where temporary startup surges are common but reliable overcurrent protection remains critical.