What is a fuse? Name different types of fuse used.
Asked by vyasanjani94 | 31st Oct, 2018, 01:01: PM
Expert Answer:
The fuse is an electric wire made of copper metal and is used to protect electrical appliances connected in the circuit from the extremely large current flowing through the circuit.
Types of fuses:
Fuse is mainly classified as:
AC fuses and DC fuses
AC fuse is then classified as High voltage fuses and low voltage fuses.
Now-a-days cartridge fuses are provided by manufacturers of costly appliances like refrigerators, television sets, geysers etc.
Answered by Shiwani Sawant | 31st Oct, 2018, 02:52: PM
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