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IMO it would be because the circuit breaker has the possibility of going bad and not working (allowing a short to move through the device), but fuses blow (cause a break) no matter what if shorted.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 9y agoThe two devices have their own uses in a circuit. For a fast and instantaneous circuit opening, a fuse will usually be used. A circuit breaker is a two function device. It can trip almost instantaneously and it can sense and trip on an overload situation.
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∙ 13y agoWhen a fuse blows you need a new one to replace it. If you are unfortunate and don't have a spare you have to go buy a new one to get things working again. With a breaker you just have to reset and you are back in business.
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∙ 11y agoThe main advantage of a fuse is that it is a 'fail safe' device. If it fails, then it always disconnects the circuit. A circuit-breaker, on the other hand, is a mechanical device which, if it fails, may not disconnect the circuit.
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∙ 8y agoThe only advantage of using a fuse over a circuit breaker comes when there are physical size limitations. One example of this are fuses that are used on printed circuit boards to protect the circuit.If a choice is to be made between the two devices, a breaker would be the first choice. A fuse only protects against short circuits whereas a breaker will protect against a short circuit and a circuit overload.
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∙ 8y agofuse can operates once while circuit breaker are resettable
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∙ 8y agoA fuse has NO advantages over a circuit breaker.
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How is a fuse different from a circuit breaker?
A fuse is used one time and replaced. A breaker can be re-set.
What might cause a breaker to trip when switching on a light when resetting the breaker and checking the fuse doesn't restore power to one circuit?
Overloaded circuit, short in circuit, or defective switch.
Give one advantage of using a circuit breaker rather than a wire or cartridge fuse?
An electrical breaker is dual function an electrical fuse just has one purpose.
Which is the most important device to protect electric circuits from the harm caused by short circuit and overloading?
There are two main devices. One is the circuit breaker. It provides a dual function where in it can detect short circuits with its internal magnetic sensor and overloads with its internal bi metallic strip. The other device is a fuse. It operates by melting a fusible link, that breaks the fault current that is in the circuit, when a high current rush through the fuse.
What are the disadvantage of a circuit breaker or a fuse in a circuit?
The only ones that could affect that decision to put one in is if you're planning on smoking or blowing-up that item in the circuit, or the hassle of changing a 20 cent - 5 dollar item instead of the more expensive item.
How is a fuse different from a circuit breaker?
A fuse is used one time and replaced. A breaker can be re-set.
Why will too many electrical devices operating at one time after blow a fuse or trip a circuit breaker?
The load exceeds the limit of the breaker or fuse. For example a 20 amp breaker on a 120 volt circuit will handle 2400 watts. Exceed that wattage and the breaker will trip or the fuse will blow.
Where is fuse for 1994 Chevy Astro door locks?
It is in the fuse panel under the drivers side of the dash. There is one circuit breaker for the seats/locks. it is a 30 amp one. the other fuse/circuit breaker is the one for labeled cigar lighter. it is a 20 amp one. I believe it is fuse number 13.
What might cause a breaker to trip when switching on a light when resetting the breaker and checking the fuse doesn't restore power to one circuit?
Overloaded circuit, short in circuit, or defective switch.
Used as a form of safety device in a circuit give one word answer?
A fuse or circuit breaker will fit this description.
Give one advantage of using a circuit breaker rather than a wire or cartridge fuse?
An electrical breaker is dual function an electrical fuse just has one purpose.
Where is the circuit breaker for the rear defog on 2003 Monte Carlo?
The circuit breaker is located on the back side of the fuse block that is located on the passenger side of the dashboard. you will have to release the clips that hold the fuse block down and turn it around. there you will find two metal box circuit breakers, one of which is the DEFOG breaker.
Where is the fuse for the headlights for a 1991 Chevrolet Blazer?
There isn't one. The headlight switch has a circuit breaker built into it.
What fuse controls drivers window in 2004 grand prix?
One circuit breaker protects all the power windows. If only one window doesn't work it's not the circuit breaker/fuse. It could be the switch in the drivers door or the power window motor has failed.
What device can break an electric circuit?
There are 2 different types of these devices: circuit breakers (which can be reset after the problem is fixed) and fuses (which must be replaced after the problem is fixed).
What is used to insure that too much current does not flow through one circuit?
A circuit breaker or a fuse is used to insure that too much current does not flow through one circuit.
How does a circuit breaker operate?
A circuit breaker can be magnetic; the higher the current is the stronger the magnetic field will be, if the magnetic field gets strong enough it will pull open the circuit. A circuit breaker can also be thermal; as current travels through the circuit heat is generated (higher current = more heat), in the breaker there is two different kinds of metal bonded together, each will expand and contract at different rates, since they are bonded together they will bend and trip the circuit open. A circuit breaker can be a combination of magnetic and thermal.
