Multi-element fuse array

Details Multi-element fuse array Multi-element fuse array

2005-04-12

2005-04-12

Zarroli, Michael C. (Department: 2839)

Electrical connectors

Self aligning contact

Receptacle having two directly opposed contact arms and open...

C439S076200, C439S849000

Reexamination Certificate

active

06878004

ABSTRACT:
The present invention provides a fuse block having a plurality of fuse connections. The fuse connections include an array of embedded terminals that contact the initially provided fuse elements. When one of the fuse elements opens, an operator remakes the open connection by inserting an external replacement fuse. The fuse connections therefore eliminate the need to initially provide separate external fuses. In an embodiment, the terminals include fork shaped projections that receive one of the terminals of the replacement fuse, which also eliminates the need for additional female inserts commonly found in automobile fuse blocks. The fuse block is simple, wherein a plurality of same may be provided in an automobile to cut down on long lengths of wire running from load devices to a traditional, single centrally located fuse block.

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