Eaton 440mA F Melamine Cartridge Fuse, 10 x 35mm

Eaton Bussmann Series Fast Acting Cartridge Fuse - DMM-B

Commonly referred to as ferrule fuses, Cooper Bussman's quick-acting cartridge fuses feature a high breaking capacity (HBC) and are designed to be used for multi-meters only and are suitable for a variety of multi-meter models. Constructed from melamine and has nickel-plated brass end caps.

Features & Benefits

• Designed for multi-meters only
• The cartridge fuse is intended to carry 100% of rated current indefinitely
• Not intended for branch circuit protection
• Constructed from melamine and has nickel-plated brass end caps
• Features a voltage rating of 1000 Volts AC/DC
• Dimensions are 10mm x 34.9mm

How do cartridge fuses work?

Cartridge fuses contain a piece of wire that melts when too much current flows through the circuit. When the wire melts, it breaks the circuit which prevents any damage. This is often referred to as burning out or blowing out. Put simply, when a fuse blows, the circuit is broken. Once a fuse has blown, it will need replacing in order to make the circuit complete again and allow the flow of current.

Why use cartridge fuses?

Cartridge fuses are a relatively cheap way of protecting electrical equipment from short circuits and overcurrent. They are incredibly safe as they do not produce flames, arcs or gas when they burn out and break the circuit. Their speed of operation is also incredibly quick, as they react almost instantly.