If you put a 3 A fuse in a plug used for a kettle that requires more than 3 A to operate, the fuse would likely blow frequently as it cannot handle the current required by the kettle. This can lead to power interruptions and potentially damage the electrical components of the kettle. It is important to use the correct amperage fuse to ensure safe and proper operation.
Because firstly, the fuse blew for a reason and it should not be replaced until the fault has been repaired, and secondly, if it would have blown again, the coin or nail would not work the same way a fuse would; the nail/coin/whatever would not burn out and the entire system is unprotected from a surge.
A fuse converts electrical energy into thermal energy. When an excessive current passes through a fuse, it causes the fuse wire to heat up and melt, breaking the circuit and preventing damage to other components.
You can determine the rated current of the fuse wire by checking its datasheet or manufacturer specifications. If this information is not available, you can conduct a controlled experiment by passing gradually increasing currents through the fuse wire and observing the point at which it melts. Be cautious when working with high currents to avoid potential hazards.
It is possible for a 2.5A fuse to blow if it is next to an alarm clock, especially if there is a power surge or short circuit. Fuses are designed to protect the circuit from excess current flow, so any abnormal conditions could cause it to blow. It is important to ensure that the proper fuse rating is used and to investigate any potential electrical issues if fuses are frequently blowing.
Fuses are essential for safety. A fuse is a piece of thin wire in a fireproof enclosure, and the fuse is placed in series with an electrical circuit. When a fault occurs in the equipment, excessive current could flow, which causes the fuse wire to melt, cutting off the supply. Without the fuse some other part of the circuit would overheat and perhaps cause a fire. Because the fuse is the weakest link, it protects the rest of the circuit. Fuses have to be chosen for the size of circuit they feed. A standard fuse labelled 13 amps as used in the UK is designed to let 13 amps through, and currents above that value will blow the fuse, although 14-15 amps would probably not do that over a short period. So fuses are very important because they reduce the risk of fire.
The fuse will blow as soon as you turn it on. Use the correct fuse and nothing else.
I know what would happen. The three amp fuse would blow. Any device that is plugged into a receptacle with out having sufficient resistance to limit the current flow will dead short the circuit and cause the breaker that feeds the circuit to trip. In this case the fuse being of a lower rating that the feed breaker the fuse will blow without tripping the receptacle's feed breaker.
12 to 13 amps
12a
In the YUK an electric kettle has a 13 amp fuse., together with a 250 voltage. However, in the USA the voltage is lower and so ther fuse amperage may be different.
The device will work, but the 3A fuse will blow quicker than the 5A would have.
A standard 3kW immersion heater will require a fuse rating of 13 A. This is because, it draws a current of 12 A.
Your telling us ask us anything you just put stupid questions
Your telling us ask us anything you just put stupid questions
it takes quite a bit more amps to create heat vs light
Please do not ask such questions that are impossible to solve.
Because boiling water takes a lot more energy than reading and spinning a dvd disc.