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Why is a fuse or a circuit breaker which is used in a circuit usually inserted in parallel?

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A circuit breaker is to be connected in series in the circuit it is to protect. Click to see full answer Would a fuse work in parallel? Therefore, putting two […]

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Is it fuze or fuse?

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This is incorrect. "Fuse", derived from fusus, the past participle of fundo, means "to melt", e.g., the term "fuse-wire" used in electrical circuits. "Fuze", on the other hand, is the […]

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Which material is best for fuse wire?

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Answer: An alloy of lead and tin is used in the fused wire as it has a low melting point and a very high resistance. Click to see full answer […]