Do Schneider Electric GS1 and GS2 fuse disconnect switches come supplied with fuses?

Issue

A customer wants to know whether Schneider Electric GS1 or GS2 fuse disconnect switches are supplied with fuses and, if not, which fuse types should be used for different applications.

Product Line

• GS1
• GS2

Resolution

No. GS1 and GS2 fuse disconnect switches are not supplied with fuses.

The reason is that the fuse selection depends on the specific application and load type. Typical fuse selections include:

1. Fast-acting semiconductor fuses

   • Used for electronic and semiconductor loads.

2. aM fuses

   • Used for motor protection applications.

3. gG (formerly gL) fuses

   • Used for general electrical distribution and resistive loads.

Additional considerations:

• These fuse types may be available with or without a striker pin depending on the manufacturer and application requirements.
• The Schneider Electric catalogue specifies the compatible aM and gG fuses for use with GS1 and GS2 fuse disconnect switches.

Important:

Schneider Electric does not supply:

• Fast-acting semiconductor fuses for GS1 or GS2 switches.
• Fuses equipped with a striker pin for GS1 or GS2 switches.

When using these fuse types, it is necessary to consult the fuse manufacturer (for example, Mersen/Ferraz or Bussmann) to confirm compatibility with GS1 and GS2 fuse disconnect switches.