89096-013 Datasheet/PDFFuses
Fuses are devices designed to protect electrical circuits from damage caused by over-current, over-voltage or other faulty conditions. Fuses can be used in a wide variety of applications, including home, industrial and commercial settings. A fuse acts as a controllable electrical safety switch, interrupting an electrical circuit when current overloads it. When a fuse is triggered, it eliminates the risk of fire, electric shock, or equipment damage.
89096-013 Application Field and Working Principle
The 89096-013 Fuse is an auto resetting fuse designed for overcurrent protection inside consumer appliances. This fuse is typically used for safety protection of power supplies and for motor protection in applications such as electric power tools or vacuum cleaners. This fuse is rated up to 30 volts and can handle currents up to 8 amperes. The fuse has a cylindrical, insulated body with two leads emanating from its ends. On the device itself, there is a small, visually readable display that prevents the user from applying more current than the device is rated for.
The working principle of the 89096-013 is fairly simple. It consists of two main components, a thermistor and a fuse link. The thermistor is an electronic device that senses the amount of current flowing through the circuit and a fuse link that is in contact with the thermistor. When the current level reaches a predefined level, the thermistor conducts heat which melts the fuse link, thus interrupting the flow of current. As the fuse link cools, it reforms, and the current flow is re-established, allowing the device to be ready for use again.
The 89096-013 is designed to do two important things: first, protect sensitive electrical circuits from over-current or over-voltage conditions and second, provide the user with visual feedback to prevent damage caused by incorrectly setting up the device. When properly applied, it can help protect both consumers and the environment.