NEMA Publishes Standard on low-voltage cartridge fuses.

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Covering 8 classes of low-voltage cartridge fuses (G, H, J, K, L, R, T, and CC), NEMA FU 1-2012 Low Voltage Cartridge examines fuses of current-responsive element inside fuse body with contacts on both ends. These fuses are rated 600 V or less, alternating current (AC), and direct current (DC). Updates include direct current tests for photovoltaic fuses.



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NEMA Publishes NEMA FU 1-2012 Low Voltage Cartridge Fuses



ROSSLYN, Va.—The National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) published NEMA FU 1-2012 Low Voltage Cartridge.



Covering eight classes of low voltage cartridge fuses, NEMA FU 1 examines fuses of a current-responsive element inside a fuse body with contacts on both ends. These fuses are rated 600 volts or less, alternating current, and direct current. The eight classes of fuses covered are G, H, J, K, L, R, T, and CC. Updates include direct current tests for photovoltaic fuses.



NEMA FU 1-2012 may be viewed at no cost or purchased in a hard copy for $82 on the NEMA website.



NEMA is the association of electrical equipment and medical imaging manufacturers, founded in 1926 and headquartered in Arlington, Virginia. Its 400-plus member companies manufacture a diverse set of products including power transmission and distribution equipment, lighting systems, factory automation and control systems, and medical diagnostic imaging systems. Total U.S. shipments for electroindustry products exceeds $100 billion annually.



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