This range of fuses from Eaton Bussmann are fast-acting with high rupture capacity. They are suitable for various different uses, providing reliable performance and cost-effective circuit protection. They are ideal for use in plugs to protect cables from melting or catching fire if they are overloaded.

Why choose ceramic cartridge fuse?

Ceramic and glass cartridge fuses have similar properties. The capacity of a ceramic cartridge fuse is higher than other fuses, which means that ceramic fuses can be used in circuits that have a higher current rating. They are perfect for protecting against overheating.

What size is it?

This range of fuses is 6.3 x 25 mm, meaning they are 25mm long and 6.3mm in diameter.

What is HBC?

HBC stands for high breaking current and refers to the maximum current that the fuse can handle without breaking. It is also known as HRC (High Rupturing Capacity).

What Speed is it?

These fuses are “F” speed rated, which is short for Fast Acting. This is also known as fast blow and is popular in general purpose applications. They are designed not to handle current spikes over the rated current.

What voltage is it?

These cartridge fuses are available with 1 to 13 Amp current ratings for applications where the system voltage rating is 240 Volts AC.

What is Breaking Capacity?

Breaking capacity is the level of current that the fuse can safely handle without exploding or breaking. The breaking capacity of your fuse should be greater than the fault current of your electronic circuit.

What are cartridge fuses used for?

• For the protection of components and equipment from costly damage used by over-current
• To isolate sub-systems from the main system once a fault has appeared

What is an overcurrent?

It is a setting where a circuit experiences a current that is higher than the normal operating current.

IEC 269-3A

This ceramic cartridge fuse from Eaton is a simple and reliable way to protect your electrical appliances from overcurrent and overheating. It has a type F fuse speed, which means it's fast-acting, so it blows quickly to break the electrical circuit when a fault such as a short circuit or overload occurs.
This low-voltage fuse is safe to use with domestic and commercial appliances from portable lights and heaters to air conditioners.

• 240V AC voltage rating for compatibility with many domestic, commercial and low-power industrial circuits
• Nickel-plated endcaps for corrosion resistance
• Strong ceramic body for increased heat resistance
• Body size of 25 (length) x 6.3mm (diameter) works safely in standard British plugs

Yes, ceramic fuses are designed to blow when a surge happens. This prevents heat damage to equipment and helps avoid fires starting from electrical arcing.

Your plug should have a voltage and current rating on it. Check that these match the numbers printed on the fuse before fitting.

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