Eaton TPM-3 Telecommunication Fuse - 80 Vdc, 3 A CE Marked
Part Number: TPM-3
Quick Summary
The Eaton TPM-3 telecommunication fuse protects telecom equipment with precise current-limiting at 80 Vdc. Engineers often wrestle with nuisance trips and slow replacements in compact control panels. CE Marked compliance reflects safety and reliability for European and other regulated environments. Designed for miniature telecom installations, TPM-3 delivers robust protection while easing integration in standard equipment racks and enclosures, helping maintenance teams reduce downtime and extend asset life. This model supports 3 A ratings and 20 kAIC interrupt capability, aligning with common industry requirements for current-limiting protection in data/telecom applications. Its non-indicating construction minimizes panel clutter and simplifies diagnostics.
Product Information
Extended Description
TPM-3 Eaton: Eaton Bussmann series TPM telecommunication fuse, 80 Vdc, 3 A, 20 kAIC, Non Indicating, Miniature, Current-limiting
Product Name
Eaton Bussmann series TPM telecommunication fuse
Catalog Number
TPM-3
UPC
051712672290
EAN
5027590185288
Product Length/Depth
0.001 in
Product Height
0.001 in
Product Width
0.001 in
Product Weight
0.43 lb
Warranty
Not Applicable
Compliances
CE Marked
Amperage Rating
3 A
Interrupt rating
20 kAIC
Voltage rating
80 Vdc
Packaging type
Standard
Fuse indicator
Non-indicating
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Bussmann series Fuseology
Eaton Specification Sheet - TPM-3
Bussmann series Telpower TPM/TPMDS miniature fused disconnect switch data sheet no. 5022
Datasheet - FNQ-30
Feature: 80 Vdc rating with a 3 A current rating and 20 kAIC interrupt capability. Business impact: Rapid fault interruption protects telecom power rails and connected equipment, reducing arc energy and component damage. Application: Ideal for miniature telecom enclosures, data cabinets, and control panels in industrial networks. Feature: Current-limiting design. Business impact: Limits fault energy, minimizes conductor stress and waveform distortion, and lowers downtime for critical lines. Application: Data and telecom interfaces where sensitive electronics demand fast clearance. Feature: Non-indicating fuse. Business impact: Reduces panel clutter and avoids misreads from indicators in tight installations. Application: When indication is provided elsewhere or not required for maintenance workflows. Feature: Miniature, standard packaging. Business impact: Saves panel space and eases retrofits in constrained layouts. Application: Fits standard fuse holders and modular enclosures across telecom and control-system installations. Feature: CE Marked compliance. Business impact: Ensures safety and regulatory alignment for European and global deployments. Application: Cross-border telecom cabinets and industrial networks requiring formal conformity. Feature: Compatibility with TPM series data and standard protection schemes. Business impact: Streamlines procurement, stock management, and field replacements while preserving consistent protection logic. Application: OEM assemblies and retrofit projects leveraging the Bussmann TPM family.
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FAQs
TPM-3 is designed as a miniature, non-indicating fuse in standard packaging, suitable for common telecom enclosures and control-panel layouts. Its 80 Vdc rating and 3 A current rating align with typical protection schemes used in data cabinets and modular racks, enabling straightforward replacement without altering existing wiring practices.
The TPM-3 provides a 3 A amperage rating and a 20 kAIC interrupt rating at 80 Vdc. This combination supports fast fault clearing for telecom and data-communication circuits, protecting sensitive electronics from short-circuit surges while keeping nuisance trips to a minimum in compliant installations.
Yes, TPM-3 is CE Marked, indicating conformity with essential safety requirements for European markets. This certification supports compliance in cross-border deployments and aligns with standard electrical protection practices used in industrial networks and telecom infrastructure.
TPM-3 is well-suited for miniature telecom cabinets, data-center infrastructure, and control-panel circuits where reliable current-limiting protection is required. Its compact size and non-indicating design help preserve panel space while delivering robust short-circuit protection for telecom lines and connected devices.
The current-limiting, high interrupt capability reduces component stress and downtime during faults, improving overall equipment reliability. Its non-indicating form factor lowers panel clutter and simplifies installation, contributing to lower maintenance effort and faster field replacements in retrofit projects and ongoing network protection upgrades.