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How does a fuse protect equiptment?
The fuse if not there to protect the equipment. It is there to protect the wiring in the vehicle from overheating and catching on fire.
How do fuses protect wires from overheating?
The fuses restrict the amperage (electrical current/flow) of the circuit. The fuse is size according to wire size and load requirements. NEVER put in an over-sized fuse as it will allow to much amperage for the circuit which will cause overheating of the circuit and possible fire.
Can you use a different size fuse in your Yamaha zuma 50?
Positively not. Never ever use a different size fuse in a circuit. The fuse is there to protect the wiring in the circuit from overheating and catching on fire.
What happens to bulb when 13 A fuse is connected to 3 A bulb?
What happens? The bulb lights up when power is applied. Fuses protect the wiring and sockets from excessive current flow. If the wires and socket can handle 13 amps without overheating, then all's good. So, replacing the bulb with a smaller wattage is ok; replacing the fuse with a larger capacity fuse is bad.
Can you replace an 8amp ceramic fuse with a 10 amp ceramic fuse?
Any electrical engineer, electrician, fireman or anyone else who understands the function of a fuse will advise strongly that you NEVER replace a fuse with one of a higher amperage rating.Fuses protect wires from overheating. The original fuse is matched to the capacity of the wires and other components of a circuit. When a properly matched fuse is replaced with a fuse of larger capacity you place your home, office, automobile or other property in jeopardy. The risk of a fire becomes very high when you use an over-sized fuse.If you have any questions, consult with a competent electrician or electrical engineer.
Does it matter what fuse i use for your radio in your Ford Taurus?
You should use the Ford recommend fuse capacity for any electrical system in the vehicle.These are intended to avoid overheating wires which can cause huge problems with melting wires, and in extreme situations causing a fire.See "Related Questions" below for more
What are the functions of an electric fuse in a an electric appliance?
To prevent an overload or short from causing the wiring in the circuit supplying power to the appliance from overheating and possibly catching on fire. The fuse is there to protect the wiring and not what is plugged into that circuit.
What is the best statement about fuses?
A fuse is used to protect the wiring within a circuit from overheating and possibly catching on fire. When the circuit is overloaded or a short is detected the fuse will blow shutting off power to that circuit.
If a oversized fuse is used instead of correct fuse what could happen to the fuse?
If you oversize a fuse you run the risk of overloading the wires that are part of the circuit you're trying to protect. Once the wires are overloaded, heat is generated and eventually you could have an electrical fire. The oversized fuse would trip at a higher amperage then what is required to properly protect the circuit. Always use the right size fuses or you run the risk of serious damage, injury and even death.
When a fuse blows it is best to replace it with a bigger fuse so it won't blow the next time?
Absolutely not. A fuse is a safety device designed to fail when a large current is passed through it. By blowing it protects delicate components in the rest of the circuit. The fuse is there to protect the wiring within the circuit from overheating and catching on fire. It is not there to protect anything plugged into that circuit. Use a larger fuse and you may cause a fire.
Why is a fuse used in a circuit?
The purpose of the fuse is to protect the equipment receiving power from overload or short circuit. Having no fuse could result in destroying the equipment and/or a fire.In buildings the fuse protection (or circuit breakers) also protects the building wiring.While it is true enough that fuses are used to protect connected equipment and respond to direct faults, the size or rating of the fuse is determined, with limited exceptions, to protect the wiring system from damage caused by overheating due to imposition of currents higher than that for which the conductor insulation is rated.Your circuit is a chain of devices. This chain is only as strong as its weakest link. The rating in question here is current. When too much current is pulled through the chain, the weakest link gets hot. If this goes on too long, the weakest link may catch fire. If the weakest link is near flammable materials, it may catch them on fire.Fuses or circuit breakers are designed to be, and must be, the weakest link in the chain. If too much current is drawn, the fuse burns open in a controlled environment as opposed to the wire in the wall. This also alerts the user to the problem, who can correct it and replace the fuse. (Or put a penny in it and watch the firetrucks.)
What is the percentage of copper in fuse wires?
Fuse wires typically contain around 99% copper. This high copper content helps to ensure good conductivity and heat resistance, which are important properties for fuse wires to effectively protect electrical circuits.
