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12LCT Application Field and Working Principle

12LCT is a type of specialty fuse typically used for circuit protection in a broad range of applications. These fuses offer protection of electrical power circuits from overloads, short-circuits, and other risk conditions. A 12LCT fuse features two sets of contacts and a thermo-element wire, which seals the current flow through the fuse, and resists the current spikes to help reduce the risk of fire and other dangers.

This type of fuse has a wide usage due its mechanical strength and its ability to work efficiently with several types of circuits. It can be used on residential, commercial and industrial locations. Examples of 12LCT applications are substation transformers, motor circuits, refrigeration systems, controllers, process control networks, controllers, and other equipment.

The 12LCT fuse provides effective protection of a circuit by detecting an overload current and interrupting it. When an overload condition is detected, the contacts open quickly, which interrupts the current flow and ensures the safe operation of the circuit. The fuse also provides a protection against short-circuits by detecting the currents at the short-circuits, which triggers the opening of the contacts.

Moreover, 12LCT fuses have the ability to limit the energy released during an overload. When an overload occurs, the thermo-element wire of the fuse increases its resistance as the temperature rises. This limits the energy released during an overload and prevents severe consequences.

The 12LCT fuse also has a voltage rating of up to 320 volts, and a current rating of up to 20 amperes. Its operating time for an overload is 0.1 to 5 seconds, while its gain for a short-circuit current is from 5 to 10 times the rated current. It is also designed to function in an ambient temperature between 0 and 50 degrees Celsius.

In conclusion, the 12LCT fuse is a specialty fuse used for a wide range of applications. It offers protection from overloads, short-circuits, and other risks by detecting these conditions and quickly interrupting the current flow. Its ability to limit the energy released during an overload and its wide voltage and current rating make it an ideal choice for various applications.

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