Tech Quiz #79

Fuses
by Jim White Shermco Industries

1. W h i c h o f t h e f o l l ow i n g f u s e t y p e s i s n o t current-limiting? A. Fuse class J B. Fuse class RK-5 C. Fuse class H D. They are all current-limiting fuses 2. Which of the following fuse types is not listed by UL for low-voltage fuses? A. Fuse class RK B. Fuse class L C. Fuse class E D. Fuse class K5 3. The letter class of a fuse denotes what characteristic? A. The maximum amount of time required to melt at a specified current overload B. The speed of operation during a short-circuit condition C. The dimensions of the fuse, including diameter and length D. None of the above 4. An R-rated fuse is designed to protect A. Feeder circuits B. Transformers C. Motors D. Branch circuits 5. The photo below shows a medium-voltage expulsion fuse in three stages of operation. Which is the fuse filled to aid arc-quenching? A. A very fine silica-based mixture that includes sodium, beryllium, and oxides B. Boric acid C. Sand and nonconductive ash D. Most manufacturers keep this as proprietary information

Photo Courtesy Cooper-Bussmann

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Answers 1. Class H fuses are renewable, general purpose fuses and are not current-limiting. All the other types listed are current-limiting. 2. Class E fuses are used for medium-voltage applications only. 3. The letter classif ication of a fuse denotes the maximum amount of time required for it to melt at specified overloads. 4. R-rated fuses are used for motor protection. 5. Boric acid, as in Twenty Mule Team Borax
James R. White is nationally recognized for technical skills and safety training in the electrical power systems industry. He is currently the Training Director for Shermco Industries, a NETA Accredited Company. Jim has spent the last twenty years directly involved in technical skills and safety training for electrical power system technicians.

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