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Fuses are one of the most important components you will install in a car audio sound system. Most fuses consist of a metal strip or wire fuse element mounted between a pair of electrical terminals enclosed by a non-conducting and non-combustible housing. The main objective of a fuse is to interrupt excessive current (also known as blows) to protect the wiring and electrical equipment from overheating and fire.
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Fuses Information |
Automotive fuses are used to protect the wiring and electrical equipment for vehicles. There are several different automotive fuses, their usage depends on the specific application, voltage, and current demands of the electrical circuit.
The most common fuse types used for automobile and car audio purposes are known as Blade Fuses and Glass Tube Fuses. Blade fuses (AFS, ANL, ATC, MAXI, MIDI) are constructed with a plastic body with two metal prongs that fit into electrical sockets. Blade type fuses can be mounted in fuse blocks, in-line fuse holders, or fuse clips. Glass Tube fuses, also knows as AGU fuses have a 1/4" diameter and come in a wide range of amperage ratings. They consist of a round glass body and terminated with metal end caps. The see-through glass body provides a visual indication of a blown or non-blown element. |
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