{"title":"Fuses","description":"\u003cp\u003eFuses are among the simplest and most reliable protective devices in any electrical installation: when the current exceeds their rated value, they blow and cut the circuit before cables, equipment or fixtures are damaged. At GreenIce we bring together the installation materials you need to make your LED lighting projects safe and long-lasting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMost common types of fuses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are different fuse formats depending on the type of installation and the current they need to protect:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiazed fuses (DII, DIII)\u003c\/strong\u003e: screw-in fuses with a ceramic cartridge, widely used in distribution boards and service entrances. They fit into their fuse base and are easy to replace.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCylindrical fuses\u003c\/strong\u003e: cartridges in various sizes (for example 10x38 mm) that fit into isolating fuse holders, common in industrial panels and line protection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade fuses (NH)\u003c\/strong\u003e: designed for high currents in industrial and commercial installations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGlass or miniature fuses\u003c\/strong\u003e: found in electronic equipment, power supplies and some drivers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere are they used?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFuses protect lines and equipment in many situations:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMain and sub-distribution boards in homes, shops and warehouses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupply lines for outdoor lighting and \u003ca href=\"\/en-gb\/collections\/led-street-lighting-405\"\u003eLED street lighting\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtecting power supplies, transformers and drivers in LED strip installations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolar PV installations, where they protect strings and equipment against overcurrents.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to choose a fuse\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRated current (A)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt must match the cable cross-section and the load being protected. An oversized fuse doesn't protect; one that's too small will blow during normal operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRated voltage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck that the fuse is rated for your installation's voltage (for example 230\/400 V AC or the DC voltage of a solar system).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOperating class\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGeneral-purpose fuses (gG) protect lines against overloads and short circuits; motor-rated fuses (aM) tolerate inrush currents. Choose according to the type of load.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFormat and base\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fuse must fit the base or fuse holder you already have installed. Check the size and mounting system before buying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's the difference between a fuse and a circuit breaker?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth protect against overcurrents, but a fuse blows and has to be replaced, while a circuit breaker can be reset. Fuses are still widely used for their reliability and high breaking capacity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I replace a fuse with a higher-amp one?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's not recommended: the fuse is sized to protect the cable. If it blows frequently, have the installation checked by a professional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComplete your installation with our \u003ca href=\"\/en-gb\/collections\/installation-material-led-components-298\"\u003einstallation materials and LED components\u003c\/a\u003e and our \u003ca href=\"\/en-gb\/collections\/switches-and-dimmers-357\"\u003eswitches and dimmers\u003c\/a\u003e. 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