Calling Electricians: Fuse type question

[MikeyIs4Dcats]

We have an electrical panel with plug fuses. What is the difference between different fuse types? I see some are Type T, Type TL, Type S, a Time Delay. How do I decide what type I need?

 

[Zim Hosein]

Originally posted by: MikeyIs4Dcats
We have an electrical panel with plug fuses. What is the difference between different fuse types? I see some are Type T, Type TL, Type S, a Time Delay. How do I decide what type I need?

MikeyIs4Dcats, the fuse box doesn't have a label telling you what type fuses you should use?

 

[MikeyIs4Dcats]

Originally posted by: Zim Hosein

Originally posted by: MikeyIs4Dcats
We have an electrical panel with plug fuses. What is the difference between different fuse types? I see some are Type T, Type TL, Type S, a Time Delay. How do I decide what type I need?

MikeyIs4Dcats, the fuse box doesn't have a label telling you what type fuses you should use?

nope....it's old and scary looking.

 

[Zim Hosein]

Originally posted by: MikeyIs4Dcats

Originally posted by: Zim Hosein

Originally posted by: MikeyIs4Dcats
We have an electrical panel with plug fuses. What is the difference between different fuse types? I see some are Type T, Type TL, Type S, a Time Delay. How do I decide what type I need?

MikeyIs4Dcats, the fuse box doesn't have a label telling you what type fuses you should use?

nope....it's old and scary looking.

You should have an electrician look at your fusebox MikeyIs4Dcats; when I had a fuse box, they were identically rated fuses in the box, not a mix & match.

 

[BigJ]

The difference between SL and TL fuses is their bases. An SL is a rejection base, while a TL is your typical edison base.

The difference between S and T fuses are the same.

SL and TL fuses are Loaded Link and are normally used in special, lighter applications, while S and T are used in heavier applications.

 

[MikeyIs4Dcats]

Originally posted by: Zim Hosein

Originally posted by: MikeyIs4Dcats

Originally posted by: Zim Hosein

Originally posted by: MikeyIs4Dcats
We have an electrical panel with plug fuses. What is the difference between different fuse types? I see some are Type T, Type TL, Type S, a Time Delay. How do I decide what type I need?

MikeyIs4Dcats, the fuse box doesn't have a label telling you what type fuses you should use?

nope....it's old and scary looking.

You should have an electrician look at your fusebox MikeyIs4Dcats; when I had a fuse box, they were identically rated fuses in the box, not a mix & match.

I've done some googling and finally found some info. Apparently Time Delay fuses are for circuits with a motor load, they allow for a power spike at motor startup. Type S fuses are newer, and are supposedly the best, but require an adapter.

 

[edro]

Originally posted by: BigJ
The difference between SL and TL fuses is their bases. An SL is a rejection base, while a TL is your typical edison base.

The difference between S and T fuses are the same.

SL and TL fuses are Loaded Link and are normally used in special, lighter applications, while S and T are used in heavier applications.

I agree with him... because he sounds like he knows what he's saying.

 

[MikeyIs4Dcats]

Originally posted by: BigJ
The difference between SL and TL fuses is their bases. An SL is a rejection base, while a TL is your typical edison base.

The difference between S and T fuses are the same.

SL and TL fuses are Loaded Link and are normally used in special, lighter applications, while S and T are used in heavier applications.

so for a typical home am I safe using S & T? What is rejection base vs. edison base?

 

[BigJ]

Originally posted by: MikeyIs4Dcats

Originally posted by: BigJ
The difference between SL and TL fuses is their bases. An SL is a rejection base, while a TL is your typical edison base.

The difference between S and T fuses are the same.

SL and TL fuses are Loaded Link and are normally used in special, lighter applications, while S and T are used in heavier applications.

so for a typical home am I safe using S & T? What is rejection base vs. edison base?

Rejection base won't let you screw in a higher amp fuse. Like you said above, you need a specific adapter that is installed once and does not come out.

Edison is a common base that will let you replace the current fuse with any new fuse, even if it's a higher amp fuse. If you don't know what you're doing, this can be a problem and you can start a fire.

 

[MikeyIs4Dcats]

Originally posted by: BigJ

Originally posted by: MikeyIs4Dcats

Originally posted by: BigJ
The difference between SL and TL fuses is their bases. An SL is a rejection base, while a TL is your typical edison base.

The difference between S and T fuses are the same.

SL and TL fuses are Loaded Link and are normally used in special, lighter applications, while S and T are used in heavier applications.

so for a typical home am I safe using S & T? What is rejection base vs. edison base?

Rejection base won't let you screw in a higher amp fuse. Like you said above, you need a specific adapter.

Edison is a common base that will let you replace the current fuse with any new fuse, even if it's a higher amp fuse. If you don't know what you're doing, this can be a problem and you can start a fire.

I see what you are talking about now. I have seen those before, but never knew what they were called. Most of the fuses in my box are 20s but there are 2 30 amps in there. Any way to tell if that is kosher? I'm assuming probably not..

 

[BigJ]

Originally posted by: MikeyIs4Dcats

Originally posted by: BigJ

Originally posted by: MikeyIs4Dcats

Originally posted by: BigJ
The difference between SL and TL fuses is their bases. An SL is a rejection base, while a TL is your typical edison base.

The difference between S and T fuses are the same.

SL and TL fuses are Loaded Link and are normally used in special, lighter applications, while S and T are used in heavier applications.

so for a typical home am I safe using S & T? What is rejection base vs. edison base?

Rejection base won't let you screw in a higher amp fuse. Like you said above, you need a specific adapter.

Edison is a common base that will let you replace the current fuse with any new fuse, even if it's a higher amp fuse. If you don't know what you're doing, this can be a problem and you can start a fire.

I see what you are talking about now. I have seen those before, but never knew what they were called. Most of the fuses in my box are 20s but there are 2 30 amps in there. Any way to tell if that is kosher? I'm assuming probably not..

I couldn't tell you. You may have special wiring. You should have a piece of paper on your box that tells you everything.

 

[MikeyIs4Dcats]

Originally posted by: BigJ

Originally posted by: MikeyIs4Dcats

Originally posted by: BigJ

Originally posted by: MikeyIs4Dcats

Originally posted by: BigJ
The difference between SL and TL fuses is their bases. An SL is a rejection base, while a TL is your typical edison base.

The difference between S and T fuses are the same.

SL and TL fuses are Loaded Link and are normally used in special, lighter applications, while S and T are used in heavier applications.

so for a typical home am I safe using S & T? What is rejection base vs. edison base?

Rejection base won't let you screw in a higher amp fuse. Like you said above, you need a specific adapter.

Edison is a common base that will let you replace the current fuse with any new fuse, even if it's a higher amp fuse. If you don't know what you're doing, this can be a problem and you can start a fire.

I see what you are talking about now. I have seen those before, but never knew what they were called. Most of the fuses in my box are 20s but there are 2 30 amps in there. Any way to tell if that is kosher? I'm assuming probably not..

I couldn't tell you. You may have special wiring. You should have a piece of paper on your box that tells you everything.

Yeah...there's a panel label with some rooms scribbled on it and a diagram of the lugs and fuses, but nothing calling out fuse size.

 

[NascarFool]

Adapters are made to go in and not come out. We use them on furnaces and it prevents installing a higher rated fuse. I think the adapters will allow up to a 15 amp fuse. Time delay fuses are commonly used with air conditioners and refrigerators. They absorb the high amp draw on atart up. I think the large base fuses go up to 30 amp.

 

[BigJ]

Originally posted by: MikeyIs4Dcats

Yeah...there's a panel label with some rooms scribbled on it and a diagram of the lugs and fuses, but nothing calling out fuse size.

The 2 30 amp fuses. Are they for the kitchen, or maybe washer/dryer?

 

[skyking]

Note the wire size on the bigger fuses. It should be larger, and I would bet the 30's go to a 240v device, such as a dryer or electric range.
Don't change the size of fuze upwards, as bigJ has mentioned. If a fuse does blow, take it in to the hardware store as an example.

 

[Dead3ye]

Dude, you need to get an electrician in there and replace that antiquated fuse box with a breaker box. He should check the house wiring as well.

 

[BigJ]

Originally posted by: skyking
Note the wire size on the bigger fuses. It should be larger, and I would bet the 30's go to a 240v device, such as a dryer or electric range.
Don't change the size of fuze upwards, as bigJ has mentioned. If a fuse does blow, take it in to the hardware store as an example.

Good point. I didn't think about asking him to check the wire gauge.

Like you said, if it is for the kitchen or washer/dryer, then it very well may require the 30s.

 

[BigJ]

Originally posted by: Dead3ye
Dude, you need to get an electrician in there and replace that antiquated fuse box with a breaker box. He should check the house wiring as well.

Big $$$$$

The wire alone is going to cost him at least several hundred.

 

[Perknose]

LOL, is this a first? Fuse talk on Fusetalk? :Q

 

[MikeyIs4Dcats]

Originally posted by: BigJ

Originally posted by: MikeyIs4Dcats

Yeah...there's a panel label with some rooms scribbled on it and a diagram of the lugs and fuses, but nothing calling out fuse size.

The 2 30 amp fuses. Are they for the kitchen, or maybe washer/dryer?

Ok...I did some troubleshooting.

Fuse 1 (20A) Guest Bedroom, Office, Hall Light
Fuse 3 (20A) Laundry Room and Kitchen Light
Fuse 5 (now 15, was 30) Family Room (blew because of space heater and caused this thread)
Fuse 7 (30A) Unknown - Possibly AC? Couldn't find anything dead when pulled
Fuse 9 EMPTY

Fuse 2 (30A) Stuck and can't remove. Looks to be Master Bedroom, Bath, Living & Dining but since I can't pull it not sure
Fuse 4 EMPTY
Fuse 6 (now 15, was 30) Garbage Disposal
Fuse 8 EMPTY
Fuse 10 EMPTY

Breaker 1 Water Heater
Breaker 2 Range

Subpanel for HVAC

 

[Zim Hosein]

Originally posted by: MikeyIs4Dcats

Originally posted by: BigJ

Originally posted by: MikeyIs4Dcats

Yeah...there's a panel label with some rooms scribbled on it and a diagram of the lugs and fuses, but nothing calling out fuse size.

The 2 30 amp fuses. Are they for the kitchen, or maybe washer/dryer?

Ok...I did some troubleshooting.

Fuse 1 (20A) Guest Bedroom, Office, Hall Light
Fuse 3 (20A) Laundry Room and Kitchen Light
Fuse 5 (now 15, was 30) Family Room (blew because of space heater and caused this thread)
Fuse 7 (30A) Unknown - Possibly AC? Couldn't find anything dead when pulled
Fuse 9 EMPTY

Fuse 2 (30A) Stuck and can't remove. Looks to be Master Bedroom, Bath, Living & Dining but since I can't pull it not sure
Fuse 4 EMPTY
Fuse 6 (now 15, was 30) Garbage Disposal
Fuse 8 EMPTY
Fuse 10 EMPTY

Breaker 1 Water Heater
Breaker 2 Range

Subpanel for HVAC

You had all that info & didn't post it originally MikeyIs4Dcats? :|

 

[MrChad]

Originally posted by: Perknose
LOL, is this a first? Fuse talk on Fusetalk? :Q

:laugh:

 

[MikeyIs4Dcats]

Originally posted by: Zim Hosein

Originally posted by: MikeyIs4Dcats

Originally posted by: BigJ

Originally posted by: MikeyIs4Dcats

Yeah...there's a panel label with some rooms scribbled on it and a diagram of the lugs and fuses, but nothing calling out fuse size.

The 2 30 amp fuses. Are they for the kitchen, or maybe washer/dryer?

Ok...I did some troubleshooting.

Fuse 1 (20A) Guest Bedroom, Office, Hall Light
Fuse 3 (20A) Laundry Room and Kitchen Light
Fuse 5 (now 15, was 30) Family Room (blew because of space heater and caused this thread)
Fuse 7 (30A) Unknown - Possibly AC? Couldn't find anything dead when pulled
Fuse 9 EMPTY

Fuse 2 (30A) Stuck and can't remove. Looks to be Master Bedroom, Bath, Living & Dining but since I can't pull it not sure
Fuse 4 EMPTY
Fuse 6 (now 15, was 30) Garbage Disposal
Fuse 8 EMPTY
Fuse 10 EMPTY

Breaker 1 Water Heater
Breaker 2 Range

Subpanel for HVAC

You had all that info & didn't post it originally MikeyIs4Dcats? :|

No, halfway through this discussion I went and pulled the fuses.

 

[Colt45]

rip that garbage out and throw in a breaker box

 

[MikeyIs4Dcats]

Originally posted by: Colt45
rip that garbage out and throw in a breaker box

you can paypal me the $2300 anytime...