Fuses - Electrical, Lighting and Power
Marine fuses protect shipboard electrical, lighting, control and power circuits against overcurrent and short circuits. They are available as cartridge, blade, cylindrical, NH, Class T and other designs, selected by voltage, current, interrupting rating and application.
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Product Information
| Product Name | Fuses |
|---|---|
| Product Category | Electrical, Lighting and Power |
| Product Reference | 132 |
| Brands / Manufacturers | Eaton Bussmann, Littelfuse, Mersen, ABB, Blue Sea Systems |
| Unit of Measure | Piece |
Key Features
| Key Feature |
|---|
| 1. Overcurrent and short-circuit protection |
| 2. AC and DC ratings for shipboard circuits |
| 3. High interrupting capacity options |
| 4. Fast-acting and time-delay characteristics |
| 5. Available in cartridge, blade, cylindrical and NH formats |
Applications of Fuses
| Application |
|---|
| 1. Navigation, communication and alarm equipment |
| 2. Marine lighting and distribution panels |
| 3. Motor control, battery and auxiliary power circuits |
Models & Manufacturers
| Model | Manufacturer |
|---|---|
| C10G Cylindrical Fuse | Eaton Bussmann |
| C14G Cylindrical Fuse | Eaton Bussmann |
| KLK Series | Littelfuse |
| JLLN Series Class T Fuse | Littelfuse |
| Protistor Series | Mersen |
| MRBF Series | Blue Sea Systems |
Technical Specifications
| Model | Specification | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| C10G Cylindrical Fuse | Utilization category | gG general-purpose full-range protection | — |
| C10G Cylindrical Fuse | Typical body size | 10 x 38 | mm |
| C14G Cylindrical Fuse | Utilization category | gG general-purpose full-range protection | — |
| C14G Cylindrical Fuse | Typical body size | 14 x 51 | mm |
| KLK Series | Fuse type | Fast-acting ceramic cartridge fuse | — |
| JLLN Series Class T Fuse | Fuse class | Class T | — |
| MRBF Series | Fuse type | Bolted marine-rated battery fuse | — |
| MRBF Series | Typical voltage rating | Up to 58 | V DC |
Standards, Certifications & Class Approval
Review the available standards and approval information relevant to the product. Actual certification, material traceability, inspection and classification requirements depend on the product type, intended application and purchasing specification.
| Applicable Standards & Certification | Common standards include IEC 60269 for low-voltage fuses and UL 248 for supplementary and low-voltage fuses. Marine installations may also require compliance with IEC 60092 and the vessel owner's electrical specification. Ratings must be verified from the manufacturer's datasheet. |
|---|---|
| Class Approval | Classification acceptance is product- and application-specific. Marine-approved installations may involve DNV, ABS, Lloyd's Register, Bureau Veritas or ClassNK requirements. A fuse is not automatically class-approved solely because it complies with IEC or UL standards. |
Installation, Maintenance & Safety Information
| Installation Notes | Select the fuse type, voltage rating, current rating, interrupting capacity and time-current characteristic for the protected circuit. Install in a correctly rated holder with secure terminals, adequate creepage and clearance, and correct polarity where applicable. Never replace with a higher rating without engineering approval. |
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| Maintenance Tips | Inspect fuse holders and terminals for heat damage, corrosion, looseness and discoloration. Verify spare fuses are dry, correctly rated and clearly identified. Investigate repeated fuse operation before replacement, and isolate power before handling whenever practicable. |
| Safety Notes | Use only the specified fuse rating and interrupting capacity. Confirm the circuit is de-energized before replacement and use appropriate PPE. Battery and DC systems can sustain high fault currents; do not bridge, bypass or substitute a fuse with wire or an unsuitable device. |
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