Hi MS,
I have two related questions.
jv
I have two related questions.
- What is the correct method of fusing devices on branch circuits? Say I have a 15 Amp breaker in the panel for "electronics," with multiple devices on this branch: VHF, AIS transponder, sailing instruments. Some of the devices are supplied with power cables with in-line fuses, rated to protect the equipment, not the circuit, e.g., 1 Amp or 5 Amp fuses.
- are the inline fuses necessary?
- should they be as close to the device as possible, or as close to the breaker as possible?
- can the fuses be "ganged up" in a fuse block, like a Blue Sea Systems 5025?
- I'm considering some solid-state, DIN-rail mounted low voltage disconnect circuits.
- should they be installed before or after the breaker?
- if after, is it O.K. that they are rated for less Amperage than the breaker?
jv