Slotted tag fuses are a type of circuit protection device distinguished by the slotted metal tags that extend off the ends of the cylindrical fuse body. They can either be offset tags or centered in the fuse, according to whether they jut out from the top, bottom or middle of the fuse.
How do slotted tag fuses work?
Slotted tag fuses connect to the circuit by sliding onto a connector or fuse holder using their slotted tag. The metal tag conducts electricity through the fuse. When a fault is detected, such as overcurrent or a short circuit, the metal strip inside of the fuse melts, breaking the circuit and preventing any further damage. When a fuse has blown, it must be replaced in order for the circuit to function again.
Types of slotted tag fuses
Slotted tag fuses can vary in a number of different ways, including their current and voltage rating, the dimension of both the fuse body and the metal tags, and the fuse speed.
Description:
As the fuse allows for the starting surge
of a motor its full load current must not exceed the lesser of the dual current rating. e.g. 20 M25 must not have a continuous load of greater than 20A. Breaking capacity ...
Description:
These fuses are designed for : “General purpose
use” protection (gG type) or motor protection (gM type). This fuse range insures an excellent current limitation for all overloads on a large range of applications. Their size cannot allow exchange by ...
Description:
These fuses are designed for : “General purpose
use” protection (gG type) or motor protection (gM type). This fuse range insures an excellent current limitation for all overloads on a large range of applications. Their size cannot allow exchange by ...
Description:
Rated up to 550Vac (SSD types 240Vac/120Vdc)Low power
loss, typically 20% lower than the requirements of BS88Suitable for type 2 co-ordinated applications as defined in IEC 947-4Suitable for three-phase applicationsGeneral purpose (gG) and dual motor rated (gM) typesTime/current characteristics (IEC ...
