SCHURTER 7010.6480.37 Board Mount Fuse Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The SCHURTER 7010.6480.37 is a 12 A, 32 V AC/DC board mount fuse with fast blow response time, designed for through-hole cartridge mounting in non-standard axial configuration. This part is classified as obsolete, necessitating identification of active equivalent alternatives that maintain identical electrical and mechanical specifications for direct circuit board replacement without design modification.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Current Rating	12 A
Voltage Rating (AC)	32 V
Voltage Rating (DC)	32 V
Response Time	Fast Blow
Mounting Type	Through Hole
Package / Case	Cartridge, Non-Standard (Axial)
Breaking Capacity @ Rated Voltage	300 A
Melting I²t	57
Size / Dimension	0.093" Dia x 0.315" L (2.36mm x 8.00mm)
Operating Temperature Range	-55°C ~ 85°C

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the obsolete SCHURTER 7010.6480.37 is determined by strict equivalence across all critical electrical and mechanical parameters. The following parameters must match identically for direct substitution:

Current Rating (12 A), Voltage Rating AC/DC (32 V each), Response Time (Fast Blow), Mounting Type (Through Hole), Package configuration (Cartridge, Non-Standard Axial), Breaking Capacity (300 A), Melting I²t (57), and Physical Dimensions (0.093" Dia x 0.315" L).

Substitute parts are grouped into two categories: direct product line successors within the same series, and parametric equivalents from alternative series that satisfy all electrical and mechanical requirements.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	7010.6480.37 (Main)	7010.6480.47 (Substitute)	7010.7160.13 (Equivalent)
Manufacturer	SCHURTER Inc.	SCHURTER Inc.	SCHURTER Inc.
Current Rating (Amps)	12 A	12 A	12 A
Voltage Rating - AC	32 V	32 V	32 V
Voltage Rating - DC	32 V	32 V	32 V
Response Time	Fast Blow	Fast Blow	Fast Blow
Mounting Type	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole
Fuse Type	Board Mount (Cartridge Style Excluded)	Board Mount (Cartridge Style Excluded)	Board Mount (Cartridge Style Excluded)
Package / Case	Cartridge, Non-Standard (Axial)	Cartridge, Non-Standard (Axial)	Cartridge, Non-Standard (Axial)
Breaking Capacity @ Rated Voltage	300 A	300 A	300 A
Melting I²t	57	57	57
Size / Dimension	0.093" Dia x 0.315" L (2.36mm x 8.00mm)	0.093" Dia x 0.315" L (2.36mm x 8.00mm)	0.093" Dia x 0.315" L (2.36mm x 8.00mm)
Operating Temperature	-55°C ~ 85°C	-55°C ~ 85°C	-55°C ~ 85°C
Product Status	Obsolete	Active	Active
RoHS Status	Not specified	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant
Approval Agency	GAM T1	GAM T1	CSA, UR

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Primary Substitute: SCHURTER 7010.6480.47

The 7010.6480.47 is the direct successor within the 172321 series. This part maintains active product status and achieves ROHS3 compliance with REACH unaffected designation. All electrical parameters, mechanical dimensions, and thermal specifications are identical to the obsolete 7010.6480.37. The 7010.6480.47 is the preferred replacement for direct board-level substitution without circuit modification.

Secondary Equivalent: SCHURTER 7010.7160.13

The 7010.7160.13 provides parametric equivalence across all critical electrical and mechanical specifications. This part operates under the 172322 series with active product status and ROHS3 compliance. Approval agencies include CSA and UR certifications. The 7010.7160.13 is supplied in bulk packaging and represents an alternative source for applications requiring identical performance characteristics. Series designation difference (172322 versus 172321) reflects internal SCHURTER product line organization without impact on functional compatibility.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can SCHURTER 7010.6480.47 be used as a direct replacement for 7010.6480.37 without circuit board modification?

A: Yes. The 7010.6480.47 maintains identical electrical ratings (12 A, 32 V AC/DC), response time (Fast Blow), breaking capacity (300 A), melting I²t (57), physical dimensions (0.093" Dia x 0.315" L), and operating temperature range (-55°C ~ 85°C). Through-hole mounting configuration and cartridge non-standard axial package are identical. No circuit design changes are required.

Q: What is the difference between 7010.6480.47 and 7010.7160.13?

A: Both parts are parametric equivalents with identical electrical and mechanical specifications. The primary differences are series designation (172321 versus 172322), approval agencies (GAM T1 versus CSA/UR), and packaging format (standard versus bulk). Selection between these parts depends on approval requirements for the target application and packaging quantity needs.

Q: Are there any compliance differences between the substitute parts and the original 7010.6480.37?

A: The 7010.6480.37 does not specify RoHS or REACH status. Both substitute parts (7010.6480.47 and 7010.7160.13) are ROHS3 compliant and REACH unaffected. Applications requiring specific compliance certifications should verify alignment with system-level requirements.

Q: Can the 7010.7160.13 be used in applications originally designed for 7010.6480.37?

A: Yes. The 7010.7160.13 satisfies all electrical and mechanical parameters required for functional equivalence. The series designation change reflects internal product line organization. Approval agency differences (CSA/UR versus GAM T1) should be evaluated against application certification requirements.

Q: What is the significance of the "Cartridge, Non-Standard (Axial)" package designation?

A: This designation indicates the fuse uses an axial lead configuration in a non-standard cartridge format, distinguishing it from conventional cylindrical cartridge fuses. All three parts (7010.6480.37, 7010.6480.47, and 7010.7160.13) share this identical package configuration, ensuring mechanical compatibility with existing through-hole board layouts.

Q: Are inventory levels a factor in substitute part selection?

A: Inventory availability is provided for reference: 7010.6480.37 (974 Pcs), 7010.6480.47 (769 Pcs), and 7010.7160.13 (1589 Pcs). Part selection should prioritize functional and compliance requirements. Inventory levels are subject to change and should be confirmed with the supplier at time of procurement.

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