What is a in line fuse?
Generally, in-line fuses are comprised of two cables that are connected by a fuse and fuseholder or fuse box. One cable connects to the positive power supply and the other connects to the device or equipment to which you’re supplying power. The fuseholder or fuse box protects the fuse and is often watertight.
What are the different types of fuse holders?
Fuse holders come in two basic types, open or fully enclosed. Open fuse holder types are fuse clips, fuse blocks, socket and plug-on cap varieties. The fully enclosed variety may use a fuse carrier that is inserted into a holder or have other means to fully enclose the fuse.
What is the difference between an ATO and ATC fuse?
ATC and ATO are virtually the same fuse. The C in ATC stands for closed which means the element is closed within the plastic housing. The O in ATO means the element is open to the atmosphere and subject to environment.
Which is better ATO or ATC?
The ATO fuse is open on the bottom, exposing the fuse element between the blades. ATC fuses are the best choice for use on machinery where they could be exposed to the weather. The high probability of corrosion build up could eventually interfere with current flow on an ATO type exposed to moisture.
What does ATC fuse stand for?
automatic transfer case
How do I know which fuse to use?
The simple calculation is watts divided by volts equals amps. After you have calculated this, it is a simple case of adding around 10% to the value and choosing the nearest fuse to match. This is a more precise method then just guessing should you require a 3, 5, or even 13 amp fuse.
Can you put a 13A fuse in a 3A?
IET Forums – 13A fuse in 3A plug. yes – but we are only protecting against a dead short at the applience, not normally some mild overload – a dead short takes out any fuse or none, overload is managed at the appliance end of the cable – which is the EU wide approach with non-fused plugs.
Can I put a 13amp fuse in a 3 amp?
No it won’t. The only difference would be the current that flowed under fault conditions. If the OP replaced the cable on his lamp to a size that could handle at least 13A under normal/fault conditions then he could leave that 13A fuse in place until rapture!
What do you use a 3 amp fuse for?
Plugs for appliances rated up to about 700 watts should have a 3-amp fuse (coloured red). For example: 3A Fuse – Table lamp, standard lamp, television, video, computer, mixer, blender, fridge, freezer, power drill, jig saw, soldering iron.
Can I use a 10 amp fuse instead of a 3 amp?
Yes, you can, but you have to ask yourself why the 3 amp fuse blew in the first place. It might be that there was a transient and the fuse blew as it was supposed to. Or it might be that something in the circuit is failing and replacing the fuse with a larger one will only lead to more damage.
What happens if you put a 20 amp fuse in a 10 amp slot?
In general, NO. Replacing a fuse with a higher-amp fuse is a very bad idea and can lead to fires. Fuses (and circuit breakers) are rated such that they blow or trip before any part of the circuit gets to a dangerous current.
How many watts can a 10 amp fuse take?
10 Amps x 120 Volts = 1200 Watts.