5MTP 1.6

Package / Case:	5mm x 20mm (Axial)
DC Cold Resistance:	0.076 Ohms
Size / Dimension:	0.217" Dia x 0.827" L (5.50mm x 21.00mm)
Color:	--
Operating Temperature:	-55°C ~ 125°C
Approvals:	CE, CSA, cULus, PSE
Melting I²t:	12
Breaking Capacity @ Rated Voltage:	100A
Mounting Type:	Through Hole
Series:	5MTP
Response Time:	Medium
Voltage Rating - AC:	250V
Current Rating:	1.6A
Fuse Type:	Cartridge, Glass
Part Status:	Obsolete
Lead Free Status / RoHS Status:	--
Packaging:	Bulk

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Introduction

Fuses are an important electrical device used in the construction of electrical circuits. These devices are designed to prevent electrical circuits from being overloaded by too much current or voltage. Fuses are essential to prevent damage to electrical equipment and circuits, and to protect people, animals, and property from the dangerous effects of high currents and voltages. 5MTP 1.6 is a type of fuse which is used to protect low voltage power electronics and equipment from overload or short circuits. This article will discuss the application field and working principle of 5MTP 1.6 fuses.

Application Field

5MTP 1.6 fuses are widely used in low voltage power electronics and equipment. The 5MTP 1.6 fuses are commonly used in UPS systems, inverters, motor control systems, LED drivers, electrical power conversion systems, and solar power systems. Furthermore, 5MTP 1.6 fuses are used in various industrial and commercial applications, such as telecommunications systems, automotive electronics, and consumer electronics.

Working Principle

5MTP 1.6 fuses work by melting or vaporizing a metal element when the current or voltage exceeds a certain threshold, thus cutting off the electrical circuit and preventing any further damage to the electrical equipment. The 5MTP 1.6 fuse utilizes an arc voltage trip element to trip the fuse if the current exceeds the fuse\'s rated current for a certain duration.When a current overload occurs, the voltage trip element first heats up, causing the fuse link to expand. This expansion creates a pressure that causes the fuse link to break, thus breaking the electrical circuit and preventing further damage. When the fuse is intact, the link is able to conduct electricity safely, but when the fuse has tripped, the link is essentially a dead short and the electricity cannot flow through.

Conclusion

In conclusion, 5MTP 1.6 fuses are an important electrical device utilized in the protection of low voltage power electronics and equipment. They are widely utilized in various industrial and commercial applications to protect equipment and property from overload or short circuits. The 5MTP 1.6 fuse utilizes an arc voltage trip element to trip the fuse when the current exceeds its rated current for a certain duration, thus breaking the electrical circuit and preventing any further damage.

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