What are low profile mini fuses for?
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What are low profile mini fuses for?
The Low Profile Mini fuse is an automotive blade fuse offering similar electrical characteristics as the standard MINI® fuse. This low profile fuse is designed to mate with tuning fork terminals that provide additional weight and material savings in fuse box designs by eliminating the need for female box terminals.
Can I replace a low profile mini fuse with a mini fuse?
Low-profile MINI® fuses are a smaller, more compact version of standard MINI® ATM fuses. Compatible with the MINI® Low Profile Fuse Adapter.
What is the difference between ATM and ATC fuses?
An ATM fuse is considered to be a mini fuse and it came out in the early 1990s. The only difference is it is smaller than an ATC fuse in actual size. It generally cannot be used in a fuse block that is made for an ATC fuse, as it will not fit in properly.
What is a micro 2 fuse?
The MICRO2 Fuse is the new standard for vehicle circuit protection. Its sub-miniature design meets the need for more circuits to be protected while utilizing less space and its ability. Electrical Characteristics.
What is a mini blade fuse?
Blade – Mini® Fuse The MINI® style automotive blade fuse offers similar electrical characteristics in a smaller package than the ATO, style fuse. The Mini fuse is used in a wide range of low voltage, automotive and electronic applications. Mini blade fuse ampere ratings range from 1 to 30 amps.
What is maxi fuse?
Maxi fuses are larger than ATO/ATC fuses and offer protection for high amperage vehicle circuits. They are a blade-type fuse designed to replace fusible links or fusible wire. The fuse link is completely enclosed to help protect against moisture and other corrosive or damaging elements.
What is the difference between an ATO and ATC fuse?
ATC and ATO are virtually the same fuse. The C in ATC stands for closed which means the element is closed within the plastic housing. The O in ATO means the element is open to the atmosphere and subject to environment.
Are ATO and ATC fuses interchangeable?
ATO fuses and ATC fuses are regular-sized automotive blade fuses. They are interchangeable, provided the amperage rating is the same.
Is there a difference between ATO and ATC fuses?
How does a Micro 3 fuse work?
The Micro 3 Fuse is designed to protect 2 different output circuits from a single power source. Power flows into the fuse via the middle prong and out via the 2 outside prongs. The fuse ampere rating applies to both output circuits.
What color is 15 amp fuse?
Fuse Color Codes, by Amp
Color | Rating |
---|---|
Blue | 15 |
Yellow | 20 |
Clear | 25 |
Green | 30 |