Switchgear-what is fuse?

What is Fuse?

The fuse is a device which consists of small piece of metal connected in series circuit.When large amount of current passes through that piece of metal strip beyond a predetermined limit,it melts and saves the circuit from overcurrent.

TYPES OF FUSES

1.Expulsion fuse
2.Catridge fuse
3.Drop-out fuse
4.liquid fuse
5.Open fuse
6.Striker fuse
7.Switch fuse
8.HRC fuse
9.Rewirable fuse or semi-enclosed fuse