Ferraz Shawmut GGX8-MSC Cylindrical Fast-acting Fuse 8A

Product Description

The FERRAZ SHAWMUT GGX8-MSC is a cylindrical fast-acting fuse rated at 8 amps and 32 volts, constructed with a glass body. It measures 1 inch overall length (OAL) with a 1/4 inch diameter, fitting standard cylindrical fuse holders common in low-voltage electrical circuits. Fast-acting fuses like the GGX8-MSC respond immediately to overcurrent events, providing direct short-circuit protection without the intentional time-delay found in slow-blow designs. Electricians and electronics technicians install this type of fuse in control circuits, instrumentation panels, and low-voltage lighting applications where rapid fault clearing is required.

This fuse is suited for residential and light commercial electrical circuit protection applications operating at 32 volts DC or lower. Its compact cylindrical form factor and glass construction make it a practical choice for control panels, fuse blocks, and equipment requiring small-format overcurrent protection. The 1/4 inch diameter and 1 inch OAL dimensions correspond to a widely used standard cylindrical fuse size found across a broad range of industrial and electrical equipment. Sold in packages of 5 units, making it convenient for service inventory stocking.

Key Features

• Fast-acting response for immediate short-circuit and overcurrent protection
• 8 amp current rating suitable for low-amperage control and instrumentation circuits
• 32 volt rating designed for low-voltage DC circuit applications
• Glass body construction allows visual inspection of the fuse element without removal
• Standard 1/4 inch diameter by 1 inch OAL cylindrical form fits common panel fuse holders
• Sold in a 5-piece package for service and maintenance stocking convenience

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement for standard cylindrical fast-acting fuses in low-voltage electrical circuit protection applications requiring a 1/4 inch by 1 inch form factor at 8 amps and 32 volts.

Installation Notes

Installation and replacement of circuit fuses should be performed by a qualified electrician in accordance with applicable NEC requirements. Always de-energize and lock out the circuit before replacing a fuse. Verify that the replacement fuse matches the amperage, voltage, and physical size specified for the fuse holder. Never substitute a fuse with a higher amperage rating than the circuit requires.