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Fuses are sized based on the electrical load they will protect, typically calculated using the continuous current rating of the circuit. The fuse's ampere rating should exceed the maximum expected load to prevent nuisance blowing while still being low enough to protect the wiring and equipment from overload or short circuits. Factors like ambient temperature, wire gauge, and the type of load (resistive or inductive) also influence fuse selection. Safety standards and codes, such as the National Electrical Code (NEC), provide guidelines for proper sizing.
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How are fuses sized?
Fuses are sized based on the max load they are intended to operate at.
Why do you have different sized fuses for different appliances?
because of fuses are good
Are fuses sized on amps and volts?
Fuses are rated in Amps. Although the physical size of a fuse is to do with volts; the further the terminals are apart the less likelihood there is of 'sparkover' between them.
Fuses and circuit breakers do not protect against?
Getting shocked! or equipment damage.. It protects wires and equipment when sized properly.
Where are the fuses in a 1997 Geo Metro?
Depends on what fuses you're looking for. The electrical and various small fuses are located on a fuse panel underneath the drivers side dashboard (around the brake pedal area). The main engine fuses (bigger and more important fuses) are located under the hood, usually on the right side in a medium sized plastic box with a fuse diagram. Hope this helps :)
What size fuse goes where on a dodge shadow?
All of the fuses are labeled on the fuse housing, they are listed as what number and what it goes to. as for the actual size of the fuses they are the ones that are slightly wider than a half an inch...not the little ones, the medium sized ones.
How do you pick the right fusible link?
Fuses are based upon the size of the wire of the circuit that it is to protect. The wire is sized by the amperage of the connected amperage load of the circuit.
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.
What are the three main fuses?
not sure what electrical system we are talking about. In-line, regular sized two bladed, mini two bladed type, and a 50AMP sheet of metal type I have seen on a Rabbit diesel
What size disconnect fuses are needed for a 480 volt 3 phase disconnect?
The size of disconnect fuses for a 480-volt 3-phase disconnect depends on the full-load current of the connected equipment and the type of load (e.g., motor or non-motor). Generally, for motor applications, fuses are sized at 125% of the motor's full-load current, while for non-motor loads, they can be sized at 100% of the full-load current. It's essential to consult the National Electrical Code (NEC) and the equipment's specifications to determine the appropriate fuse size for safety and compliance. Always consider any local codes and practices as well.
What type of fuses are used on a 2008 Suzuki c90 . Are the just standard automotive fuses or mini fuses?
Mini fuses
MDL vs ADL fuses?
The difference between MDL fuses and ADL fuses are that MDL fuses are a slow blow fuse with a long time lag. ADL fuses on the other hand, are normal blow fuses with a medium time lag.
