80C-3

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The 80C-3 is an electric specialty fuse designed for certain industrial applications. It works by interrupting the current when an overload or short circuit condition occurs. The fuse is designed to separate the circuit when the predetermined current has been exceeded. This does away with the need for a circuit breaker in most applications and can save money, time, and energy.

The 80C-3 fuse features a compact and self-contained, high-speed, time-delay fuse link with a dual element construction and low voltage. It is designed to protect low-voltage motor circuits, solid-state equipment, transformer secondary windings, and other resistive or inductive loads from damage caused by overloads or short-circuits exceeding the established amperage rating.

This fuse works to protect the load by automatically interrupting the electrical current between the motor and the power supply whenever the amperage exceeds the established rating. When the amperage exceeds the rating, the fuse link melts quickly, opening the fuse link and breaking the circuit. To reset, the fuse link must be replaced and the electrical system must be inspected for the cause of the problem before the circuit can be re-energized.

The 80C-3 is designed to employ a dual element construction. This dual element construction combines a high-speed response and a time-delay capability. The high-speed component consists of a fuse link made from a Nickel-Iron wire. This wire rapidly melts when excessively high electrical current passes through it. The time-delay component is made from a bimetallic strip which is designed to act as a thermostat to help protect against relatively lower levels of current. The bimetallic strip is typically activated at a predetermined level that is higher than the amperage rating set by the fuse link.

The 80C-3 fuse is specifically designed for motors and other moderately reactive loads that require time-lag or short-circuit protection. This fuse has a dual element construction with a fuse link made from a Nickel-Iron wire encased in a plastic or metal pipe. The bimetallic time-delay component helps prevent the fuse from activating due to minor overloads. The bimetallic strip is set at a predetermined higher level of current than the fuse’s rating. This helps protect the load from thermal deterioration while still providing the necessary circuit protection.

The primary purpose of the 80C-3 fuse is to protect motors, solid-state equipment, transformer secondary windings, and other resistive or inductive loads from damage caused by overloads or short-circuits exceeding the established amperage rating. The time-delay, dual element construction helps prevent the fuse from activating due to minor overloads or current spikes. In the event of an overload or short-circuit condition, the fuse link will quickly melt and open the circuit, protecting the load from damage and possible fire.

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