Protect Against Overcurrents With Fuses
Fuses work to keep your home, vehicle and appliances safe and secure. The tiny wire inside a fuse will melt and break the flow of power in a circuit if there’s ever too much current. This feature protects valuable electrical systems and equipment and contributes to your overall safety. Find the right fuses for your job, as well as the parts to go with them, at Lowe’s.
A time-delay fuse can pass overloads without breaking the flow of the circuit for a certain amount of time. This is beneficial for small motors and systems that often trigger overcurrents when starting up. Time-delay fuses are available in large quantities for automotive jobs when several overcurrents are anticipated.
You can also find multi-packs of car fuses or automotive blade fuses with different amp ratings. These fast-acting fuses protect the systems and devices in your vehicle and are color-coded so you can easily swap them out when needed. Look for packs that include a fuse puller to make the job even easier.
A cartridge fuse is necessary where higher amps are expected. A cartridge fuse can typically handle up to 30 or 40 amps, with some able to handle up to 100 amps. A tube fuse is commonly used to repair household electronics and appliances, such as your microwave or blender.