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mesamunefire@lemmy.world to Technology@lemmy.worldEnglish · 1 year ago

Do You Trust Your Cheap Fuses?

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Do You Trust Your Cheap Fuses?

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mesamunefire@lemmy.world to Technology@lemmy.worldEnglish · 1 year ago
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When a fuse is fitted in a power rail, it gives the peace of mind that the circuit is protected. But in the case of some cheap unbranded fuses of the type that come in kits from the usual online su…
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    Definitely not.

    • pc486@sh.itjust.works
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      For sure. These fuses have been a scourge.

      Here’s a video by a radio fan who’s circuit is designed to blow fuses just didn’t.

      https://youtu.be/apQU_VuJlFU

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    Curiois.: Where are those kinds of fuses used?

    In the UK. I’ve only ever seen those in cars.

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      Mostly vehicles, but they’re a cheap and common choice for hobby electronics too.

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      I’ve seen a little 3A fuse of that style on a furnace control board. It actually saved the day when a thermostat/wiring had a short at a neighbor’s house, so there’s that.

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    No I don’t.

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