The following is acceptable in Europe and it keeps all of the agencies happy. Use 5x20 mm fuses for all applications that affect safety. Test with both UL and Semko approved fuse styles/values. Mark the fuse holder with the requirements for both styles/values of fuses. Ship with the UL style/value.
> ---------- > From: Rick Busche[SMTP:[email protected]] > Sent: Monday, October 20, 1997 9:46 AM > To: [email protected] > Subject: Concerning Fuses > > I have a product which uses clip-in fuses on the primary side of a > power > supply card. In order for this supply to be used in the US and > European > markets I am looking for a fuse solution compatible with all > regulatory > requirements. It is my understanding that UL/CSA require different > performance characteristics than found in the 5mm European styles. > > 1. Can US fuses be used to meet the regularly requirement of > Europe? > 2. Are 5mm fuses REQUIRED to meet world wide applications? If so > must they also be used in secondary circuits? > 3. It has been suggested that both fuses could be put in series. Is > this a solution? > > Thanks in advance... > > Rick Busche > Evans & Sutherland > [email protected] >
