The 50 kA breaking capacity per IEC 60947-2 at 400 V AC gives it the interrupting capability for industrial panelboards where fault currents are substantial; the same unit also carries a 15 kA DC rating per IEC 60947-2 and a 5 kA rating per UL 1077 and CSA C22.2 No. 235 for North American acceptance.
Rated for ambient temperatures from -40 °C to 75 °C, with derating above 45 °C: 6 A at 45 °C, 5.85 A at 50 °C, 5.69 A at 55 °C. Mounting position is any; depth behind the panel is 70 mm (76 mm overall). Vibration resistance per IEC 60068-2-6: ±1 mm at 5 to 25 Hz, 50 m/s² at 25 to 150 Hz.
The 5SY8606-8 is halogen-free and silicon-free, and is sealable for tamper-evident applications. The product designation per IEC 81346-2 and DIN EN 61346-2 is F.