Fusology
Fusology
Fusology
Littelfuse is committed to the automotive industry, and that commitment is the key to Littelfuses leadership in automotive circuit protection. It promotes the growth of our technology, solidifies our partnerships with customers around the world, and strengthens our assurance of quality from product design and manufacturing to delivery and service.
Technology
With leadership comes responsibility. It has become our job to forecast the future of automotive circuit protection, and we take that job very seriously. No other manufacturer has impacted the growth of circuit protection technology as much as Littelfuse. Littelfuse holds
170+ patents on circuit protection devices, more than all the other fuse manufacturers combined.
With an engineering team made up of the worlds top circuit protection designers, an Advanced Materials Lab devoted solely to the exploration of new technologies, and a worldwide sales staff in close contact with automotive manufacturers around the globe, Littelfuse is driving the future of circuit protection. Whether it is alternative power sources, electronics applications, or unique accessories with special needs, Littelfuse is developing the solutions today for the challenges you will face tomorrow.
Partnerships Quality
Our commitment to the automotive industry is apparent in the way we view our customers - as partners. Littelfuse has strategic partnerships with every major automotive OEM, working with their designers to find out exactly what they need and provide them with timely, effective and safe solutions. Littelfuses engineering staff is always ready to help you with Quick Fixes to your circuit protection dilemmas, producing specially designed products that meet your needs right now. Quality is essential in circuit protection. It is not just a word. It is a factor that can impact the safety and economic viability of those using our products and their customers. Littelfuse is built on a tradition of quality and has earned a reputation for product reliability and exemplary service. We design our fuses to meet the highest expectations, test them to exceed all required standards, and work towards reduced cycle times, improved productivity and zero defects. With sales, service and distribution centers in the United States, United Kingdom, The Netherlands, Brazil, Korea, Philippines, Mexico, Singapore, Hong Kong and Japan, and manufacturing facilities located throughout the world, Littelfuse is a global circuit protection provider. Our worldwide reach confirms our ability to partner with customers in every automotive market, as well as an international assembly of suppliers who demonstrate an ability and commitment to support the quality we promise to our customers. With our entire worldwide operations ISO 14001 certified, QS-9000 and TS16949 certification attained by all our facilities in North America and Europe, Littelfuse takes extra steps to ensure that we are ready to meet the challenges ahead. With the largest selection of circuit protection products available to the automotive industry, and a commitment to developing new technologies, sustaining mutually beneficial long-term partnerships, and continuously improving quality, Littelfuse is the circuit protection provider of choice for automotive OEMs around the world.
Fuseology
CABLEPRO Fuses Low Profile MINI Fuses MINI Fuses MAXI Fuses
ATO Fuses
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JCASE Fuses
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MIDI Fuses
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PAL Fuses
Encourage quality awareness and quality performance in all associates at all levels of the Company through management leadership;
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EV Fuses
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Promote the participation of all associates in making individual contributions to the quality improvement
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Support continuous quality improvement by providing our associates with the necessary training, tools, and information feedback to enable enhancement of the quality of our products and services;
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Develop relationships with suppliers who consistently demonstrate their ability to fulfill quality, price and delivery objectives that are mutually beneficial; and,
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Fuse Pullers
Build quality into our products and services, striving for zero defects in everything we do, thereby reducing cost and increasing Total Customer Satisfaction.
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Fuseology
I. Introduction The purpose of this Fuseology section is to promote a better understanding of fuses and some of the more common application details. The fuses to be considered are current-sensitive devices which are designed as the intentional weak link in the electrical circuit. The function of a fuse is to provide discrete component or complete circuit protection by reliably melting under overcurrent conditions and thus safely interrupting the flow of current. Types of Overcurrents An overcurrent is any current which exceeds the ampere rating of wiring, equipment or devices under conditions of use. The term overcurrent includes both overloads and short circuits. A. Overloads An overload is an overcurrent which is confined to normal current paths. An overload occurs when the current exceeds the value for which the wires or equipment are rated. This can happen when too many devices are connected to the circuit, or when a device connected to the circuit malfunctions in a way that causes it to draw higher than normal current, usually in the range of one to six times normal current. Sustained overloads eventually overheat circuit components. Therefore, fuses must open circuits experiencing sustained overloads before damage occurs. B. Short Circuits A short circuit is current out of its normal path. It occurs when accident or malfunction creates an unintended path for the electricity to flow from the battery or alternator to ground. This shorter, more direct path to ground bypasses the resistance normally offered by the wiring and devices connected to the circuit. With virtually no resistance left to impede current flow, the voltage forces higher and higher current to flow through the wires to the point of the short. Under such a condition, the current will quickly build to such a high level that the heat generated can cause insulation to burn and equipment to be damaged unless the circuit is opened through the use of a fuse. III. Fuse Selection Parameters Since overcurrent protection is crucial to reliable electrical system operation and safety, fuse selection and application should be carefully considered. When selecting fuses, the following parameters should be evaluated: A. Voltage Rating The voltage rating, as marked on a fuse, indicates the maximum voltage of the circuit for which the fuse is designed to operate safely in the event of an overcurrent. Therefore, the fuses voltage rating must equal or exceed the available circuit voltage where the fuse will be installed. System voltage exceeding the fuses rated voltage may result in fuse damage. The voltage rating is 32 volts DC for the MINI, MAXI, ATO, MIDI, MEGA, and CABLEPRO Fuses. B. Interrupting Rating The interrupting rating (also known as breaking capacity or short circuit rating) is the maximum current, as stated by the manufacturer, which the fuse can safely interrupt at rated voltage. During a fault or short circuit condition, a fuse may receive an instantaneous current many times greater than its normal operating current. Safe operation requires that the fuse remain intact (no body rupture) and clear the circuit. The interrupting rating is 1000A @ 32 volts DC for the MINI, MAXI, ATO, and JCASE fuses, and 2000A @ 32 volts DC for the MEGA, MIDI, and CABLEPRO Fuses. C. Time-Current Characteristics A fuses time-current characteristics determine how fast it responds to different overcurrents. All fuses have inverse time-current characteristics, so opening time decreases as overcurrents increase. Time-current characteristics are presented graphically on standardized log-log paper. Figure 1 is a sample time-current curve for the MAXI Fuse series for fuses rated 20-60A. Current values increase from left to right, and time increases from bottom to top. The average melting time for any current can be determined from the curve. For example, from Figure 1 it can be determined that a 20A MAXI Fuse experiencing an overload of 100A will open in about 0.5 seconds. At 40A, the same 20A MAXI Fuse would open in about 15 seconds. Time-current curves are also used to compare fuses of the same series but of different current ratings. Suppose it was desired to compare the opening times of 20A and 60A MAXI Fuses at an overload of 100A. From the curve in Figure 1, one can see that the 20A fuse opens in about 0.5 seconds at 100 amps, whereas the 60A fuse does not open until about 100 seconds.
20A 25A 30A 35A 40A 50A 60A
1000 100 TIME IN SECONDS 10 1 0.1 0.01 10 100 1000 10000 CURRENT IN AMPERES
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Figure 1: Average Melting-Current Curve for the MAXI Fuse Series (20-60A)
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It is important to note that time-current curves give only average melting times and are presented as a design aid but are not considered as part of the fuse specifications. The term used in fuse design that describes how rapidly a fuse responds to various overcurrents is the fuses characteristics. Automotive fuse characteristics are determined by the fuses degree of time delay. Initial or start-up pulses are normal for many automotive applications and require fuses to have a time delay designed in to enable them to survive these pulses and still provide protection against prolonged overloads. Fuses such as the MINI Fuse and ATO Fuse have a moderate degree of time delay, whereas fuses like the MAXI Fuse and MEGA Fuse have a high degree of time delay which enables them to handle high inrush currents like those caused by motor start-ups. Figure 2 compares sample time-current curves of a 30A MINI Fuse to a 30A MAXI Fuse. To see that the MAXI Fuse has more time delay than the MINI Fuse, compare their opening times at an overload of 100A. Despite the fact that the fuses are the same rating, the MINI Fuse opens in about 0.1 seconds while the MAXI Fuse opens in about 2.2 seconds. When selecting a fuse, the start-up pulse should be defined operation at 25C to avoid nuisance blowing. For example, a fuse with a current rating of 10A is not usually recommended for operation at more than 7.5A in a 25C ambient. 2. Rerating for Ambient Temperature The current carrying capacity tests of fuses are performed at 25C and will be affected by changes in ambient temperature. At higher ambient temperatures, a fuse will respond faster to a given overload. Conversely, at lower ambient temperatures, a fuse will respond slower to a given overload. In addition, the temperature of the fuse increases as the normal operating current approaches or exceeds the rating of the fuse. A MINI Fuse operating at 25C and 110% of rated current has a minimum life of 100 hours. However, if that same fuse were operated at a very high ambient temperature, rerating would be necessary. Figure 3 is a sample temperature rerating curve for the MINI Fuse. The following example shows how to use such a curve. Suppose there is a normal operating current of 15 amperes in a particular circuit, and the ambient temperature will be 105C instead of 25C. Which MINI Fuse rating should be used? From Figure 3, the percent of rated current to be used at an ambient temperature of 105C is 88%, so: Ideal fuse rating = Normal operating current Temp rerating factor x 0.75
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Figure 2: Average Melting-Current Curve Comparing 30A MINI Fuse to 30A MAXI Fuse and then compared to the time-current curve for the fuse. D. Current Rating The current rating is the maximum current which the fuse can continuously carry under specified conditions. 1. Normal Operating Current The current rating of a fuse is typically derated 25% for
22.73A
Therefore, a 25A or larger MINI Fuse should be used. E. Transient Overcurrent Considerations Transient pulses of inrush current are commonplace in vehicle electrical systems. The transient overcurrent pulses affect the life of automotive fuses.
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1. I2t I2t is an expression of the available thermal energy resulting from current flow. With regard to fuses, the term is usually expressed as melting, arcing, and total clearing I2t. The units for I2t are expressed in amperesquared-seconds [A2s]. Melting I2t: the thermal energy required to melt a specific fuse element. Arcing I2t: the thermal energy passed by a fuse during the arcing time. The magnitude of arcing I2t is a function of the available voltage and stored energy in the circuit. Total Clearing I2t: the thermal energy through the fuse from overcurrent inception until current is completely interrupted. Total clearing I2t = (melting I2t) + (arcing I2t). I2t has two important applications to fuse selection. The first is pulse cycle withstand capability and the second is selective coordination. 2. Pulse Cycle Withstand Capability Electrical pulses produce thermal cycling and possible mechanical fatigue that could affect the life of the fuse. For this reason, it is important to know the pulse cycle withstand capability of the fuse, which is defined as the number of pulses of a given I2t value that can be withstood by the fuse without opening, assuming that there is sufficient cool down time between pulses.
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Figure 4 shows how I2t of the pulse can be calculated from the graph of the pulse current as a function of time. Figure 5 is a graph of the pulse cycle withstand capability of blade fuses. Because electrical pulse conditions can vary considerably from one application to another,
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application testing is recommended to establish the ability of the fuse design to withstand the pulse condition. 3. Selective Coordination In a selectively coordinated system, only the fuse immediately on the line side of an overcurrent opens. Upstream fuses remain closed and undamaged. All other equipment remains in service, which simplifies locating overloaded equipment or short circuits. In Figure 6, if a short circuit arises behind fuse #1, fuse #1 should open and fuse #2 should stay closed and undamaged. The condition necessary to assure this result is that the minimum melting I2t of the supply side fuse (fuse #2) must be greater than the total clearing I2t of the load side fuse (fuse #1). This condition results in
i = ic + kt I2t = (1/3)(ic2+ibic+ib2)t i = ic sin t I2t = (1/2)ic2t i = + kt I2t = (1/3)ic2t i = kt2 I2t = (1/5)ic2t i = ice-t/t I2t = (1/2)ic2t
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the load side fuse opening before the supply side fuse begins to melt. Minimum melting and total clearing I2t data are given in this catalog. IV. Voltage Drop Across Terminals A fuse is only as good as the system in which it is used. One aspect of the electrical system that has considerable effects on the performance of the fuse is the quality of the connection between the fuse and the cable it protects. High voltage drop across the fuse/terminal interface creates additional thermal loading, which in turn causes shifts in the time-current characteristics of the fuse. Table 1 below gives the maximum recommended voltage drop per terminal for automotive fuses. Figure 7 indicates the measurement locations used to determine the
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voltage drop across the terminal. The voltage drop across the left terminal would be V2-4 and the voltage drop across the right terminal would be V1-3. V. Skiving Process In order to provide predictable fuse opening characteristics, it is necessary to have tight fuse element resistance control during the manufacturing process. The resistance of electrically conductive material is determined by the formula: R=pL/A, where p is the resistivity, L is the length of the material, and A is the area of material cross-section. A is determined by the thickness T and width W of cross-section area. The thickness T is the parameter to control and adjust with least variation compared with other parameters adjustment in resistance control. Littelfuse accurately controls the thickness and resistivity of the fuse element by using a skiving process in manufacturing. Skiving is the removal of a precise amount of material from a strip of that material. During fuse production, a coil of material is skived and the fuse element is stamped from the skived section. Figure 8 shows the coil of material and the skived section. The
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Figure 7: Measurement Locations along the Fuse/Terminal/Cable System Used to Determaine the Voltage Drop across the Terminal
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skiving process ensures that each fuse is a calibrated device. Figure 9 is a graph of the resistance spread with skived vs. unskived showing the increased accuracy provided by skiving. VI. Diffusion Diffusion Pill Technology is a mixing of molecules, atoms or crystals in the solid, liquid or gaseous state. Diffusion Pill Technology is often used in the design of fuses for automotive, electronic and industrial fuse applications. M-effect is the method of diffusing one metal into another to form a new alloy with a lower melting point. Littelfuse uses the M-effect to produce three very desirable characteristics in fuse designs: lower melting temperature, time delay, and lower voltage drop. By affixing a diffusion pill tin to the element, the melting temperature is decreased. This decrease in melting temperature reduces the fuse rating. In order to reestablish its original rating the fuse elements cross section needs to increase. An increase in cross section increases the blow time at higher overload condition. A higher degree of time delay enables a fuse to withstand higher current inrush pulses. This increase in cross section reduces the overall fuse resistance and voltage drop. VII. Match Wire Gauge to Fuse In order to protect wiring under all overload and short circuit conditions, it is necessary to standardize the fuse and wire selection process. Fuses have controlled opening characteristics, and each wire gauge has its respective current carrying capacity. Fuses need to be selected to always protect the wire insulation from damage. In the selection of wire gauge at various ambient temperatures, it is important to consider the worst case or highest ambient temperature for the application. Wires derate to a much higher degree than fuses, because wire insulation temperature capability is affected much more severely.
(1) = General purpose cross link polyethylene insulation wire with a maximum insulation temperature of 155C. (2) = General purpose thermoplastic insulation wire with a maximum insulation temperature of 90C.
For further reference, there are specific application guides available. Please consult the nearest Littelfuse sales office if any additional application information is needed.
The Low Profile JCASE fuse has similar performance characteristics as the standard JCASE fuse. The lower overall height reduction allows for more space and weight savings and also allows for a shorter male blade terminal, saving additional weight and material savings in fuse box designs.
TIME-CURRENT CHARACTERISTICS
% of Rating 100 135 200 350 600 Opening Time Minimum 100 hrs 60 s 4s 0.2 s 0.04 s Maximum 1800 s 60 s 7s 1s
Interrupting Rating: 1000A @ 58 VDC Voltage Rating: 58 VDC Ambient Temp: -40C to + 125C
The CablePro fuse is designed to replace conventional wire fusible links in high current automotive applications. The slim package of the CablePro fuse fits into tight locations and has predictable electrical opening characteristics similar to the Mega fuse. The predictable and reliable performance characteristics of the CablePro, makes this product a far superior method for protecting high current circuits over wire fusible links.
Time-Current Characteristics
% of Rating 100 135 200 350 600 Opening Time Minimum 100 hrs. 120 s 10 s 1s 0.3 s Maximum 1800 s 300 s 15 s 5s
CABLE TYPE:
SAE J1127(4 & 6 AWG) & SAE J1128(8 and 10 AWG)
INTERRUPTING RATINGS:
2000 amperes @ 32 VDC
ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS:
Operating Temperature Range: -40C to +125C
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The Low Profile Mini fuse has similar performance characteristics as the standard Mini fuse. The lower overall height allows for more space and weight savings. The Low Profile Mini fuse is designed to mate with tuning-fork terminals, which provides additional weight and material savings in fuse box designs by eliminating the need for female box terminals.
Part Number 897002 897003 897004 897005 89707.5 897010 897015 897020 897025 897030
Housing Color Gray Violet Pink Tan Brown Red Blue Yellow Clear Green
Time-Current Characteristics
% of Rating 110 135 200 350 600 Opening Time Minimum 100 hrs. 0.75 s 0.15 s 0.080 s 0.030 s Maximum 1800 s 5s 0.250 s 0.100 s
Interrupting Rating: 1000A @ 58 VDC Voltage Rating: 58 VDC Ambient Temp: -40C to +125C
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% of Rating 110 135 200 350 600 Meets SAE J2077 Typ. Voltage Drop at Rated Current (mV) 171 153 121 129 135 108 98 96 86 87 Opening Time Minimum 100 hrs. 0.75 s 0.15 s 0.080 s 0.030 s Maximum 600 s 5s 0.500 s 0.100 s
Interrupting Rating: 1000A @ 32 VDC Voltage Rating: 32 VDC Ambient Temp: -40C to +125C
MINI Fuse Temperature Rerating Curve
Part Number 297002 297003 297004 297005 29707.5 297010 297015 297020 297025 297030
Housing Color Gray Violet Pink Tan Brown Red Blue Yellow Clear Green
120 115 Rerating Factor (% Rated Current) 110 105 100 95 90 85 80 75 70 -40 -20 0 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 Ambient Temperature (C)
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MAXIBlade Fuse
With Diffusion Pill Technology, the MAXI Fuse provides excellent time delay characteristics and low heat dissipation. Designed and patented by Littelfuse, the MAXI Fuse is ideal for motor powered applications which have large inrush currents.
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Interrupting Rating: 1000A @ 32 VDC Voltage Rating: 32 VDC Ambient Temp.: -40C to +125C
MAXI Fuse Temperature Rerating Curve
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Time-Current Characteristics
% of Rating 110 Current Rating 1-40A 1-2A 3-40A 1-2A 3-40A 1-2A 3-40A 1-30A 35-40A Opening Time Minimum Maximum 100 hrs 0.35 s 0.75 s 0.10 s 0.15 s 0.020 s 0.080 s 600 600 5 5 0.5 0.5 .1 .15 s s s s s s s s
Meets SAE J1284 Typ. Voltage Drop at Rated Current (mV) 176 141 137 136 128 116 109 102 98 92 84 87 96
Part Number 257001 257002 257003 257004 257005 25707.5 257010 257015 257020 257025 257030 257035 257040
Housing Color Black Gray Violet Pink Tan Brown Red Blue Yellow Clear Green Blue-Green Orange
Interrupting Rating: 1000A @ 32 VDC Voltage Rating: 32 VDC Ambient Temp.: -40C to +105C
ATO Fuse Temperature Rerating Curve
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Interrupting Rating: 1000A @ 32 VDC Voltage Rating: 32 VDC Insertion Force: 53N max. (12 lb.) Extraction Force: 9N min. (2 lb.) Ambient Temp: -40C to + 125C
JCASE Fuse Series Temperature Rerating Curve 110 Rerating Factor (% Rated Current)
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MIDI Fuse
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The MIDI Fuse offers a bolt-on space saving fuse for high current wiring protection and provides time delay characteristics with Diffusion Pill Technology. The MIDI Fuse was designed and patented by Littelfuse,
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Interrupting Rating: 2,000A @ 32 VDC Voltage Rating: 32 VDC Ambient Temp.: -40C to +125C
MIDI Fuse Series Temperature Rerating Curve 120 115 Rerating Factor (% Rated Current) 110 105 100 95 90 85 80 75 70 -40 -20 0 20 40 60 80 Ambient Temperature (C) 100 120 140
Part Number 498030 498040 498050 498060 498070 498080 498100 498125 498150* 498200*
* Parts with asterik are short circuit protectors only. ** Voltage drop measurements for short circuit protectors are at 75% of rated current.
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MEGA Fuse
The MEGA Fuse is designed for high current circuit protection up to 500 amperes with Diffusion Pill Technology, the MEGA Fuse also provides time delay characteristics. Designed and patented by Littelfuse, the MEGA Fuse is ideal for battery and alternator protection application and other heavy gauge cables requiring ultra-high current protection.
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TIME-CURRENT CHARACTERISTICS
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Interrupting Rating: 2000A @ 32 VDC Voltage Rating: 32 VDC Ambient Temp: -40C to + 125C
MEGA Fuse Series Temperature Rerating Curve 120 115 Rerating Factor (% Rated Current) 110 105 100 95 90 85 80 75 70 -40 -20 0 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 Ambient Temperature (C)
Part Number 298040 298060 298080 298100 298125 298150 298175 298200 298225 298250 298300* 298350* 298400* 298450* 298500*
* Parts with asterik are short circuit protectors only. ** Voltage Drop measurements for short circuit protectors are at 75% of rated current
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MINI 42 Fuse
The MINI 42 volt fuse rated at 58 volts DC was designed for use in 42volt systems yet maintains the same performance characteristics and terminal footprint as the standard Mini fuse. Because there are severe dangers involved with using a fuse designed for a 12-volt system in a 42-volt system, the unique rejection feature prevents fuses with a lower voltage rating (i.e. Standard MINI fuse rated at 32 volts DC) from being inserted into the circuit. In order for the rejection feature to function as intended, fuse box designers need to follow the recommended mating cavity guidelines in this section.
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Operating Temperature Range: -40C to +125C
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Part Number 997002 997003 997004 997005 99707.5 997010 997015 997020 997025 997030
Housing Color Grey Violet Pink Tan Brown Red Blue Yellow Clear Green
Typ. Voltage Drop at Rated Current (mV) 171 153 121 129 135 108 98 96 86 87
Rerating Factor (% Rated Current)
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MAXI 42 Fuse
The MAXI 42 volt fuse rated at 58 volts DC was designed for use in 42-volt systems yet maintains the same performance characteristics and terminal footprint as the standard Maxi fuse. Because there are severe dangers involved with using a fuse designed for a 12-volt system in a 42-volt system, the unique rejection feature prevents fuses with a lower voltage rating (i.e. Standard Maxi fuse rated at 32 volts DC) from being inserted into the circuit. In order for the rejection feature to function as intended, fuse box designers need to follow the recommended mating cavity guidelines in this section.
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% of Rating Opening Time Max/Min (s) 20A 25A 30A 35A 40A 50A 60A 70A 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 60 60 60 60 60 60 60 60 20 30 30 40 40 50 60 60 4 6 6 8 8 10 15 4 2 4 4 5 5 6 7 2 0.7 1 1 1.4 1.4 1.7 2 0.20 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 0.15 0.20 0.20 0.20 0.20 0.20 0.20 .1 80A 1800 60 60 4 2 0.20 1 .1
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INTERRUPTING RATINGS:
1000 amperes @ 58 VDC
ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS:
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Part Number 999020 999025 999030 999035 999040 999050 999060 999070 999080
Housing Color Yellow Gray Green Brown Orange Red Blue Tan Clear
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JCASE 42 Fuse
The JCASE 42 volt fuse rated at 58 volts DC was designed for use in 42-volt systems yet maintains the same performance characteristics and terminal footprint as the standard JCASE fuse. Because there are severe dangers involved with using a fuse designed for a 12-volt system in a 42-volt system, the unique rejection feature prevents fuses with a lower voltage rating (i.e. Standard JCASE fuse rated at 32 volts DC) from being inserted into the circuit. In order for the rejection feature to function as intended, fuse box designers need to follow the recommended mating cavity guidelines in this section.
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9.50 12.4min.
10.3min.
INTERRUPTING RATINGS:
1000 amperes @ 58 VDC
4.40 10.00
ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS:
Operating Temperature Range: -40C to +125C
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PAL Fuses
Commonly found on many Japanese OEM applications. PAL Fuses are available in current ratings up to 120 amperes, with either female or bolt-on terminals.
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Housing Color Light Blue Pink Green Red Yellow Pink Green Pink Green Red Yellow Brown Black Blue White Pink Green Red Yellow Brown Black Blue White Pink Green Red Yellow Brown Black Blue White
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EV Fuses
Littelfuse sets high standards of accuracy, consistent quality, reliability, and predictable performance for fuse design development. By using advanced metallurgical, polymer, and materials research, as well as mathematical modeling and computerized statistical analysis, Littelfuse engineers have developed a new EV fuse series designed to protect high voltage applications on electric vehicles such as air conditioning compressors, electric heaters and power steering, all of which are mechanically driven in a traditional vehicle design. EV use is expected to grow in the near future due to environmental concerns and zero emission requirements. As EV development continues, the Littelfuse EV design team will design state-of-the-art EV fuses to protect all the new electrical applications in electric vehicles. Littelfuse offers a variety of DC voltage fuses to meet EV applications (150-1000 VDC) as well as an array of fuseholders.
EV49 Series
Interrupting Rating: 200,000 amperes Ampere Range: 1 - 1,000 amperes Very Fast Acting: EV fuses may be used wherever extremely
fast-acting, current limiting fuses with no time delay are required.
KLKD Series
EV45 Series
CCEV Series
EV45 Series
L60030C-1CEV1 Holder
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Automotive Electronics
Littelfuse Electronics Products
Littelfuse offers an extensive line of circuit protection products for automotive electronics applications. With the growing number of onboard electronics, automotive designers have more circuits to protect accessories such as radios, cassette and CD players, cellular phones and global positioning system (GPS) products, as well as basic electronic functions such as power seats, power windows and climate control. Littelfuses broad selection of electronics devices address the changing needs of electronics applications. In addition to traditional glass and ceramic fuses, Littelfuse provides several low-profile surface mount designs which facilitate automated installation. To solve space limitations in electronics applications, Littelfuse offers 1206 and 0603 chip sizes produced with its breakthrough thin film processing techniques which enable precise control of electrical characteristics in compact packages. Littelfuse Slo-Blo Fuses feature time delay to accommodate the inrush currents of electric motor control circuits, and very fast acting performance characteristics are also available. For more detailed information, please contact your Littelfuse sales representative for a copy of the Littelfuse Electronic Designers Guide which contains all the necessary specifications for Littelfuse electronics products or visit our website at www.littelfuse.com.
30R Series
Radial Lead
Vmax 30VDC Ampere Range 0.90 9.0A
60R Series
Radial Lead
Vmax 60VDC Ampere Range 0.10 3.75A
1206L Series
Surface Mount
Ihold (A) 0.20 0.25 0.35 0.50 0.75 1.10 1.50 Vmax (VDC) 15.0 15.0 6.0 6.0 6.0 6.0 6.0
3.15 mm (.124)
1.52 (.060")
1.65 mm (.064)
.58 (.023")
H
0.58 mm (.023)
3.18 (.125")
.56 (.022")
SlimLine 1206
Very Fast-Acting Thin-Film Fuse 433 Series
VOLTAGE RANGE:32 125V AMPERE RANGE: 0.125 3.0A INTERRUPTING 0.125 .375A RATINGS: 0.5 2A 2.5 3A 4 7A
3.15 mm (.124)
1812L Series
Surface Mount
Ihold (A) 0.50 0.75 1.10 1.25 1.50 1.60 2.00 2.60 Vmax (VDC) 15.0 13.2 6.0 6.0 6.0 6.0 6.0 6.0
4.47 mm (.176)
260
0.66 mm (.026)
3.18 (.125")
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Automotive Electronics
Over Current Protection Products (Cont.)
Surface Mount Fuses
1206
Slo-Blo Thin-Film Fuse 430 Series
VOLTAGE RANGE:32 63V AMPERE RANGE: 0.5 3.0A INTERRUPTING 0.5 1.5A RATINGS: 2A 3A
PGB1010603
OPERATING VOLTAGE: 0-24VDC PEAK CURRENT: 45A@15kV CAPACITANCE: 0.05pF@1MHz LEAKAGE CURRENT: <1.0nA OFFSTATE 10M RESISTANCE: CLAMPING: 150V,TYPICAL@8KV LINES PROTECTED:
1.14 (.045")
1-line
0.81 (0.032")
NEW
PGB102ST23
50A @ 32VAC/VDC 35A @ 32VAC/VDC OPERATING VOLTAGE: 0-24VDC PEAK CURRENT: 45A@15kV CAPACITANCE: 0.05pF@1MHz LEAKAGE CURRENT: <1.0nA OFFSTATE 10M RESISTANCE: CLAMPING: 150V,TYPICAL@8KV LINES PROTECTED:
2.24 (0.088") 0.66 (0.026") 2.032 (0.080") 2.997 (0.118") 0.76 (.030")
.279 (.011")
2-lines
SlimLine 0603
Very Fast-Acting Thin-Film Fuse 434 Series
VOLTAGE RANGE:32V AMPERE RANGE: 0.25 5.0A INTERRUPTING 0.25 1A RATINGS: 1.25 5A
PGB1040805
NEW
.279 (.011")
OPERATING VOLTAGE: 0-24VDC PEAK CURRENT: 45A@15kV CAPACITANCE: 0.05pF@1MHz LEAKAGE CURRENT: <1.0nA OFFSTATE 10M RESISTANCE: CLAMPING: 150V,TYPICAL@8KV LINES PROTECTED:
1.27 (0.050")
4-lines
0.41 (0.016") 2.03 (0.080") 0.66 ( 026")
0.44 (0.037")
+ +
.30 (.012")
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Automotive Electronics
Overvoltage Suppression Products (Cont.)
Metal Oxide Varistors (MOVs)
MA Series
OPERATING VOLTAGE: 4-264 VAC 13-365 VDC PEAK CURRENT: 40-100A PEAK ENERGY: 0.06-1.7J MOUNT/FORM FACTOR: Axial Leaded DISC SIZE: 3mm
ML Series
OPERATING VOLTAGE: 2.5-104 VAC 3.5-120 VDC PEAK CURRENT: 30-250A LEAKAGE CURRENT: <5A PEAK ENERGY: 1-2.0J LINES PROTECTED: 1 CAPACITANCE: 40-6000pF PACKAGE SIZE: 0402-1210
RA Series
OPERATING VOLTAGE: 4-275 VAC 5.5-364 VDC PEAK CURRENT: 150-6,500A PEAK ENERGY: 0.4-140J MOUNT/FORM FACTOR: Packaged DISC SIZE: 8, 6, 22mm
MLE Series
OPERATING VOLTAGE: 0-18 VDC PEAK CURRENT: 20A LEAKAGE CURRENT: <10A PEAK ENERGY: 0.5J LINES PROTECTED: 1 CAPACITANCE: 40-1700pF PACKAGE SIZE: 0402-1206
ZA Series
OPERATING VOLTAGE: 4-460 VAC 5.5-615 VDC PEAK CURRENT: 50-6,500A PEAK ENERGY: 0.1-52J MOUNT/FORM FACTOR: Radial Leaded DISC SIZE: 5, 7, 10, 14, 20mm
MLN Series
OPERATING VOLTAGE: 5.5-18 VDC PEAK CURRENT: 20A LEAKAGE CURRENT: <2A PEAK ENERGY: 0.05J LINES PROTECTED: 4 CAPACITANCE: 45-430pF PACKAGE SIZE: 1206
AUML Series
OPERATING VOLTAGE: 18 VDC PEAK CURRENT: N/A LEAKAGE CURRENT: PEAK ENERGY: N/A LINES PROTECTED: 1 CAPACITANCE: 1206-2220 PACKAGE SIZE:
MHS Series
OPERATING VOLTAGE: 0 42 VDC PEAK CURRENT: LEAKAGE CURRENT: PEAK ENERGY: LINES PROTECTED: CAPACITANCE: PACKAGE SIZE: N/A <5A N/A 1 3, 12pF 0402, 0603
CH Series
OPERATING VOLTAGE: 14-275 VAC 18-369 VDC PEAK CURRENT: 250-500A PEAK ENERGY: 1-23J MOUNT/FORM FACTOR: Surface Mount DISC SIZE: N/A
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Automotive Electronics
Overvoltage Suppression Products (Cont.)
Silicon Protection Arrays TVS Diodes
NEW
SPO5X Series
TVS Avalanche Diode
OPERATING VOLTAGE: 0-5.5 VDC LEAKAGE CURRENT: <10A LINES PROTECTED: 2,3,4,5,6 CAPACITANCE: 30pF PACKAGE SIZE: SC70, SOT23, SOT143, TSSOP-8, MSOP-8
SP72X Series
OPERATING VOLTAGE: 0-30VDC LEAKAGE CURRENT: <20A LINES PROTECTED: 4,6,14 CAPACITANCE: 3-5pF AGE SIZE: DIP, SOIC, SOT23
NEW
MAX OPERATING VOLTAGE: 5.0 to 188.0 PEAK PULSE CURRENT: N/A FORM FACTOR: DO 214 AA PEAK PULSE POWER 600W to 1kW
SPUSB1 Series
NEW
Upstream USB Port Terminator with ESD suppression and EMI Filtering
OPERATING VOLTAGE: 5.5 VDC LEAKAGE CURRENT: <1A LINES PROTECTED: 3 CAPACITANCE: 47pF AGE SIZE: SC70-6
NEW
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Fuseholders
Customized Quick Fix Solutions
For those times when additional circuit protection requirements are presented by unforeseen situations and the design is frozen, fuse block space is limited, or the vehicles are already on the road, Littelfuse can provide customized Quick Fix solutions, specially designed for your specific application when standard products cannot solve the problem individually. Littelfuse has the expertise and resources to develop any solution you need, using fuses, fuseholders, terminals and other Littelfuse products creatively and effectively. We have the design, quality testing, manufacturing and packaging capabilities to meet all the circuit protection challenges faced by OEMs. Our ability to respond to emergency situations with quick turnaround times and high production volumes is unrivaled in the industry, and all our custom products conform to the same rigid quality, performance and safety standards applied to Littelfuses stock products. For more information on customized Quick Fix solutions, contact your Littelfuse representative.
MINI Blade Fuse Splashproof In-Line Fuseholder The protective cover of the Splashproof Fuseholder permits use of MINI Fuses in harsh environments.
Specifications Body: Black Alcryn Thermoplastic Cover: Black Alcryn Thermoplastic Ambient Temp.: -10C to +80C
Part Number FHM001 FHM002
Description #14AWG (2.0mm2) stranded black wire with terminals rated for 20A #12AWG (3.0mm2) stranded orange wire with terminals rated for 30A
Specifications Terminals: Copper Alloy/Tin plated Body: Black Thermoplastic (UL94V0) Electrical: Recognized under the Components Program of
Underwriters Laboratories for 15A and certified by CSA for 10A (32V)
Ambient Temp.: -40C to +85C Mounting: Intended for soldering directly to 0.062 (1.57mm) printed
circuit board
Description Horizontal Mount Vertical Mount Single Unit or Stackable Unit (RH) Vertical Mount Stackable Unit
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Fuseholders
MAXI Fuse Splashproof Fuseholder
Ideal for high amperage MAXI Fuse applications where a protective cover is required for harsh under-the-hood environments.
Wire Seal: Silicon Rubber Body: Heat Stabilized Thermoplastic Cover: Transparent Thermoplastic with integral silicon seal Rated: 80A (Dependent on application - contact Littelfuse) Ambient Temp.: -40C to +105C
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Fuseholders
MAXI Fuse In-Line Fuseholder
The In-Line Fuseholder provides an efficient, simple installation method for MAXI Fuse applications.
Specifications Terminal: Copper Alloy Body: Black Thermoplastic (UL94HB) Cover: Translucent Thermoplastic Ambient Temp.: -10C to +80C
Maximum number of fuseblocks tied together is two for all ratings, up to and including 50A. Quantity Required 1 1 2 913-654 2 913-550 Part Number 152001 152900 913-653
Description Fuseholder-Rated at 60A Cover Ring tongue terminal for 2.5-6mm2 (12-10AWG) wire* Ring tongue terminal for 5-10mm2 (10-8 AWG) wire* M5 x 8 Screw per DIN 7985-4.8
*It is recommended that cross linked polyethelene (GXL) insulated wire be used, as described in SAE J1128 (Type, FLY in DIN 76722) or equivalent.
Specifications Body: Black Alcryn Thermoplastic Cover: Black Alcryn Thermoplastic Ambient Temp.: -10C to +80C
Part Number FHAC001 FHAC002
Description #16AWG (1.0mm2 ) stranded black wire with terminals rated for 20A #12AWG (3.0mm2 ) stranded orange wire with terminals rated for 30A
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Fuseholders
ATO Blade Fuse In-Line Panel Mount Fuseholder
The In-Line Panel Mount Fuseholder provides an easy and quick mounting alternative when specifying ATO Fuses.
Specifications Body: Black Heat Stabilized Thermoplastic (UL94V2) Terminals: Brass, Tin Plated - Snap lock into body Ambient Temp.: -40C to +85C Mounting: Capable of snap mounting into panel from rear.
Fuseholder interlocks for multiple mountings. Part Number Assembled with Assembled with Fuse 8 Wire Loop8 Wire Loop- Amperage Unassembled No Fuse With Fuse Rating 155320U 155300 155303A 3 Terminals for #14AWG (2.0mm2 ) 155304A 4 #14AWG (2.0mm2 ) Terminals rated to 155305A 5 stranded wire 20A 15537.5A 7.5 marked 14 155310A 10 155315A 15 155320A 20 155430U 155400 155425A 25 Terminals for #10AWG (5.0mm2 ) 155430A 30 #10AWG (5.0mm2 ) Terminals rated stranded wire to 30A marked 10
Specifications Body: Black Thermoplastic Wire: PVC Ambient Temp.: -10C to +80C
Description 20A Max-No fuse supplied FHA 003 With 3A fuse FHA 004 With 4A fuse FHA 005 With 5A fuse FHA 07.5 With 7.5A fuse FHA 010 With 10A fuse FHA 015 With 15A fuse FHA 020 With 20A fuse #16 AWG (1.0mm2 ) Stranded Black Wire
FHA 025
FHA 030
Fuseholders
MEGA Fuse Fuseholders
Specifications Electrical: Use with MEGA Fuses from 40 to 500 amps Part No.: 2981000 Series Single holder
2982000 Series Dual holders 2983000 Series Triple holders Body: Glass Filled thermoplastic Body Color: Black Cover with Tether: Glass Filled Thermoplastic Cover Color: Black Ambient Temp.: -40C to +125C Fuse Mounting: M8 Threaded Stud and Hex Nuts or M6 Threaded Hex Nuts Cover Opening Positions: - 6 total - location optional
Side Stackable Feature Holder Mounting Dimensions: Optional Torque Requirements: M8 Nut 12-18 Newton meters
M6 Nut 8-14 Newton meters
2981000 Series*
87.2
LITTELFUSE
MEGA
2982000 Series*
87.2
LITTELFUSE
MEGA
38.2
LITTELFUSE
MEGA
Specifications Electrical: Use with MIDI Fuses from 30 to 200 amps Part No.: 498900 Series Body: Glass Filled Thermoplastic Body Color: Black Cover with Tether: Glass Filled Thermoplastic Cover Color: Black Ambient Temp.: -40C to +125C Fuse Mounting: M5 Threaded Stud and Hex Nuts Cover Opening Positions: Location Optional - 6 total Side Stackable Feature Holder Mounting Dimensions: Available with or without mounting tabs Torque Requirements: M5 Nut 4-5 Newton meters 498900 Series*
65.8 51.4
4.8
41.0
Special Products
ATO Resistor
Part Number: 240100 Series Specifications Operating Temp.: -20C to +85C Resistor Value: Optional Power Rating: 1/4 W Max Body Material: Thermoplastic Term. Material: C.R.S. (Ni/Zn Plated) Term. Retention: 25 N
ATO Diode
Part Number: 240103
Specifications
Operating Temp.: -40C to +85C Diode Rating: 1.0 A Max P.I.V.: Optional Body Material: Thermoplastic Term. Material: C.R.S. (Ni/Zn Plated) Term. Retention: 25 N
MINI Resistor
Part Number: 240100 Series Specifications Operating Temp.: -40C to +85C Resistor Value: Optional Power Rating: 1/4 Max Body Material: Thermoplastic Term. Material: C.R.S. (Ni/Zn Plated) Term. Retention: 25 N
MINI Diode
Part Number: 240113 Specifications Operating Temp.: -40C to +85C Diode Rating: 1.0 A Max P.I.V.: Optional Body Material: Thermoplastic Term. Material: C.R.S. (Ni/Zn Plated) Term. Retention: 25 N
ATO Shunt
Part Number: 240094 Specifications Operating Temp.: -40C to +125C Maximum Continuous Load Rating: 35 A Body Material: Thermoplastic (UL 94V0 Rated) Term. Material: Brass Tin Plated
MINI Shunt
Part Number: 297900 Specifications Operating Temp.: -40C to +125C Maximum Continuous Load Rating: 20 A Body Material: Thermoplastic (UL 94V0 Rated) Term. Material: Zinc Silver Plated
JCASE Shunt
Part Number: 495900 Specifications Operating Temp.: -40C to +125C Maximum Continuous Load Rating: 50 A Body Material: Nylon Term. Material: Copper
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Fuse Pullers
Littelfuse offers a selection of fuse pullers for easy removal and replacement of ATO, MINI, and MAXI Blade Fuses.
32.89
38.1
18.8
28.5
28.5
20.0
Littelfuse
11.9
55.0
13.8
BLADE
GLASS
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World Headquarters
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Littelfuse, Inc. 800 East Northwest Highway Des Plaines, IL 60016 Phone: (847) 824-1188 Fax (847) 803-5364