Eaton Bussmann BS88 Industrial Fuses – Comprehensive Range (2A to 1250A)

Overview

Eaton Bussmann offers a wide selection of BS88 industrial fuses designed for reliable protection of low-voltage electrical systems. These high-performance fuses support a wide range of current ratings (2A to 1250A) and voltage classes (240V to 1500V), meeting diverse application needs in industrial, commercial, and utility sectors.

Product Categories & Technical Data

1. BS88 gG General-Purpose Fuses – 240V to 660V AC

Designed for general protection of cables, switchgear, and distribution equipment.

• Voltage Rating: Up to 660V AC / 460V DC

• Current Range: 2A to 630A

• Breaking Capacity: Up to 80kA

• Common Part Numbers: NIT2, NIT10, TIA25, TIS63, TB32, TCP80

• Applications: Motor circuits, control panels, lighting systems

• Body Styles: Cylindrical and offset blade tag designs

• Standards: BS88-2, IEC 60269-2

• Mounting: Bolted or clip-in

• Colours: Typically white or black body with metallic tags

2. BS88 gM Fuses – Motor Circuit Protection

Dual-characteristic fuses suitable for motor starting and running conditions.

• Voltage Rating: 415V to 660V AC

• Current Range: 20M25 to 630M670 (e.g., NIT20M32, TCP100M160, TM400M450)

• Applications: Motor control centres, compressors, pumps

• Features: High peak withstand, delayed response for inrush currents

3. Semiconductor Protection Fuses (aR / gR / BS88)

High-speed fuses for semiconductor and power electronics protection.

• Voltage Rating: Up to 1500V AC / 660V DC

• Current Range: 4A to 1000A+

• Key Models: GSGB250, TFC200, TSC63, TLM750

• Applications: Drives, inverters, rectifiers, UPS systems

• Standards: BS88-4, IEC 60269-4

• Mounting: Offset blades, centre blades, bolted tags

• Colours: Typically grey or green bodies for semiconductor fuses

4. BS88 Motor Starter Fuses

Optimised for short-circuit protection in motor starting applications.

• Voltage Rating: Up to 440V AC

• Examples: OCP100M125, TF200M250

• Standards: BS88-6

• Applications: Starters, contactors, motor branch circuits

5. High-Voltage BS88 Fuses – Up to 1500V

Fuses for special-purpose high-voltage protection.

• Voltage Rating: 1200V–1500V AC / up to 660V DC

• Current Range: 2A to 200A

• Examples: TAC25, TFC160, TSC50

• Applications: Traction systems, photovoltaic, high-power DC circuits

6. Accessories & Indicator Kits

Enhance fuse installation, condition monitoring, and safety.

• Products:

  • GSIPAL, GSIPBS – Add-on trip indicator kits

  • GSL1000, GSL2000 – Visual trip indicators

  • TCA2 – Red Spot adaptor kits

• Mounting Options: Clip-in, bolt-on, offset blade

Key Features & Benefits

• Wide Current & Voltage Range: Covers most industrial protection needs

• Reliable Fault Interruption: High breaking capacity for safe disconnection

• Fast Acting & Time-Delay Options: Suitable for general and specific loads

• Thermal & Mechanical Endurance: Excellent in harsh industrial environments

• Compliance: Meets BS88, IEC 60269, and related international fuse standards

• Mounting Styles: Bolt-on, clip-in, offset blades, centre tags

Typical Applications

• Switchboards & panel boards

• Motor protection

• UPS and drives

• Control gear

• Renewable energy systems (PV and battery banks)

• Railway and traction