Monday, January 23, 2023

Power Fuse or Surface Mount?

Power Fuse or Surface Mount?

Fuses work by interrupting the flow of electrical current when it exceeds a certain level, preventing damage to the circuit and reducing the risk of fire. There are several types of fuses available, including power fuses and surface mount fuses. Both types of fuses serve the same purpose, but they differ in terms of their size, current ratings, and the way they are mounted.

Power Fuses

A power fuse is a type of electrical fuse that is used to protect high-power circuits, such as those found in industrial and commercial applications. These fuses are typically larger in size and can handle higher current ratings than other types of fuses. They are designed to protect against overcurrent and short-circuit conditions.

Conquer Fuse's KSF Power Fuse

Surface Mount Fuses

A surface mount fuse, also known as a SMD fuse, is a type of electrical fuse that is designed to be mounted directly onto the surface of a printed circuit board (PCB). They are smaller in size than power fuses and are typically used in electronic devices and other low-power applications. They are designed to protect against overcurrent and short-circuit conditions.

Conquer Fuse's CQ06LT Fuse (LTCC Chip Fuse)

In summary, power fuses are bigger, handle higher current and used in industrial and commercial applications while surface mount fuses are smaller, used in electronic devices and other low-power applications and mounted directly onto the surface of a printed circuit board.

For recommendations on which fuse you should use, contact our sales team at enquiries@activecomponents.com.