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When a fuse interrupts a current flow it is usually under a short circuit condition. This is a very high current flow and when the fuse lets go the metallic strip inside the fuse vaporizes. This vaporization of the fuse link generates a very high heat. Without containment, this vaporization in itself could cause a fire. That is why the fuse link is encased in a cartridge There is a tendency in AC circuits that when a circuit is opened the current doesn't want to stop flowing. Fuses have to compensate for this phenomena. In High Rupture Capacity (HRC) fuses the fuse link is encased in silica sand inside the cartridge. These fuses are for high current applications where the arc from the vaporization of the link must be extinguished fast. The heat from the arc melts the sand and turns it into glass. Glass being a very good insulator stops the current flow instantaneously.
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Where is the fuse boxes located on a elddis typhoon ex 2000?
the fuses are in the wardrobe situated in the washroom at the rear of the van, they are new type circuit breakers rather than "fuse wire" old type.
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I'm not sure why you think it cannot be used as a fuse. Granted, it's not the best idea, it is possible..002" Tungsten wire will glow and burn when it undergoes a current of approximately 9A. At 10A, this gauge tungsten wire will emit a bright white light, and fuse. There are, however many reasons why you shouldn't use it as a fuse.One reason it shouldn't be used as a fuse that is burns extremely bright (damaging to retina), and when exposed to oxygen, it creates toxic fumes. Tungsten also has a high melting point, so when it fuses, and sparks that are emitted pose a fire hazard.Incandescent light bulbs use usually use tungsten wire, but are filled with a noncombustible gas (e.g., argon) which keeps the tungsten from oxidizing and 'burning up'.
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