Eaton BK/GMT-3/8A Telecommunication Fuse - CE Marked
Part Number: BK/GMT-3/8A
Quick Summary
The Eaton GMT telecommunication fuse BK/GMT-3/8A protects critical data and control circuits in telecom and industrial networks. When fuses fail or drift, maintenance downtime and fault diagnosis become costly and time-consuming. This part is CE Marked and RoHS Compliant, ensuring European compliance and restricted-substance control, while the non-indicating design reduces installation complexity. With its fast-acting operation, compact form factor, and high interrupt ratings, it delivers reliable protection without forcing crude design changes. For engineers and procurement teams, this fuse offers predictable performance and straightforward sourcing, helping you meet safety standards while controlling total cost of ownership.
Product Information
Extended Description
BK/GMT-3/8A Eaton: Eaton Bussmann series GMT telecommunication fuse, 125 Vac, 60 Vdc, 0.375 A, 300 AIC at 125 Vac, 450 AIC at 60 Vdc, Non Indicating, Fast-acting, Thermoplastic, Tin-plated beryllium copper terminal
Product Name
Eaton Bussmann series GMT telecommunication fuse
Catalog Number
BK/GMT-3/8A
UPC
051712577021
EAN
5027590163989
Product Length/Depth
0.78 in
Product Height
0.62 in
Product Width
0.11 in
Product Weight
0.1 lb
Warranty
Not Applicable
Compliances
CE Marked RoHS Compliant
Amperage Rating
0.375A
Interrupt rating
300 AIC at 125 Vac 450 AIC at 60 Vdc
Voltage rating
125 Vac, 60 Vdc
Packaging type
Standard
Fuse indicator
Non-indicating
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Bussmann series Fuseology
Eaton Specification Sheet - BK/GMT-3/8A
Feature: Fast-acting GMT fuse with 0.375 A rating and dual voltage capability (125 Vac / 60 Vdc). Business Impact: Rapid interruption minimizes arc energy and protects sensitive telecom and data circuits, reducing downstream damage and maintenance costs. Application: Suitable for telecom line cards, data interfaces, and industrial control rails where tight protection is required. Feature: High interrupt ratings of 300 AIC at 125 Vac and 450 AIC at 60 Vdc. Business Impact: Safeguards power rails and network interfaces from short circuits, enabling safer field service and longer equipment life. Application: Data centers, backplane assemblies, and telecom power distribution. Feature: Non-indicating, thermoplastic housing with tin-plated beryllium copper terminals. Business Impact: Simplifies mounting and soldering with durable, corrosion-resistant terminations, reducing rework and replacement costs. Application: PCB and panel-mounted fuse solutions in compact enclosures. Feature: CE Marked and RoHS Compliant construction. Business Impact: Enables EU market access and regulatory compliance with restricted substances, lowering compliance risk. Application: European equipment builds and international deployments requiring formal certification. Feature: Compact dimensions (0.78 in L × 0.62 in H × 0.11 in W) and light weight (0.1 lb). Business Impact: Enables space-efficient designs and easy integration into standard fuse holders or GMT series assemblies. Application: Small-form-factor telecom/distribution modules and rack-mounted assemblies.
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BK/GMT-3/8A is designed for standard GMT-series mounting in common telecom and industrial panel/fuse-holder assemblies. Its compact 0.78 in length and 0.62 in height fit compact backplanes and card-edge environments, while tin-plated terminals ensure reliable solder connections in PCB or panel-mounted configurations.
The fuse is 0.375 A rated with voltage ratings of 125 Vac and 60 Vdc. It provides interrupt ratings of 300 AIC at 125 Vac and 450 AIC at 60 Vdc, enabling fast, decisive fault clearing while protecting sensitive telecom and industrial circuits from short circuits.
Ideal for telecom equipment, data interfaces, line cards, and power rails within industrial networks. Its compact size, fast-acting performance, and GMT-series compatibility make it a good fit for backplanes, small-form-factor enclosures, and panel-mounted protection in EU and global deployments.
The fuse is CE Marked and RoHS Compliant, signaling European safety certification and restricted-substance compliance. This enables access to EU markets and helps ensure regulatory alignment with modern electronics manufacturing standards.
Fast-acting protection enables quick fault isolation, reducing downtime during faults and maintenance. Its non-indicating design reduces failure indicators, while its compact form and GMT-series compatibility simplify sourcing and inventory, delivering predictable lifecycle costs and smoother field service.