Fuse
Blade fuse (ATO) in inline holder · 10 A · ATO/ATC blade · 32 V DC · 1000 A interrupting
Try it on the benchThe lab drops it on an empty bench and opens its datasheet card.
Typical part: ATO/ATC blade or 5×20 mm glass
Ratings and limits
| Rating | 10 A |
|---|---|
| Voltage | 32 V DC (blade) |
| Speed | fast |
How to use it
Put it as close to the battery or source as possible; size it to protect the wire, about 1.25× the normal load current.
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