27ASL16C-2

Electrical fuses are designed to protect electrical circuits from excess current caused by fault conditions, such as short circuiting. The 27ASL16C-2 is a type of specialty fuse, designed to provide protection for sensitive electronic circuits in industrial and commercial applications. It is a class-C fuse with a voltage rating of 160V and a breaking capacity of 1000A at its maximum rating.

Structure and Construction

The 27ASL16C-2 consists of two main parts: a metal shell and a ceramic element. The metal shell is made of high-temperature resistant alloy. The inner ceramic element is made of glass-fiber with a ferrite dielectric core, providing insulation and strength. The shell is fitted with two tinned-copper end caps, which protect the terminals of the fuse links from corrosion.

Working Principle

The 27ASL16C-2 works by allowing a safe amount of current to flow through it and preventing any additional current from passing through. When an overloaded circuit is detected, the current passing through the fuse will exceed its rating, causing the fuse to heat up, and eventually melt the fuse element. This, in turn, will interrupt the circuit, thus protecting the equipment from potential damage. The fuse will then need to be replaced with a new one.

Applications

The 27ASL16C-2 is designed for protection of important equipment in industrial and commercial applications. It is suitable for use with sensitive electronic circuits, such as those used in medical equipment, wind turbines, power grid controllers, and other such equipment. The fuse is designed to protect these circuits from any potential overloading and short circuiting events.

Advantages

The 27ASL16C-2 has a number of advantages, such as its wide voltage range (from 75VAC to 160VAC) and its extremely high breaking capacity of up to 1000A at its maximum rating. This ensures that the fuse is suitable for use with high-power applications. It also has a low minimum current rating of 10A, which is suitable for use with low-powered electronics. The fuse is also highly reliable and has a long life expectancy.

Conclusion

The 27ASL16C-2 is an ideal protection device for sensitive electronic circuits in industrial and commercial applications. It has a wide voltage range and a high breaking capacity, and is suitable for use with high-power and low-power circuits. It is also highly reliable, with a long life expectancy, making it an excellent choice for any application that requires circuit protection.