[Mobile-Portable] Automotive Circuit Breakers VS Fuses ?

kd4e doc at kd4e.com
Thu Nov 26 09:19:54 EST 2009


Most breakers are way too slow to protect sensitive
circuit components, or so I have been told.

> Hello Group ,   Im wanting to install "overall" short
> circuit protection at my batteries. Im looking at using
> the Buss CB-185-150  150 amp water proof automotive
> circuit breakers with both batteries in my Ford Excursion
> 6.0 diesel. But over the years I have read where in some
> cases a fused system will offer better protection than a
> circuit breaker ? I cant remember the details but if
> anyone can give me some tips on using circuit breakers vs
> fuses it would be appreciated. I like the reset feature
> of a circuit breaker where fuses must be changed out and
> spares must be kept on hand if you want a fast turn
> around time with getting back on the air. Any tips ??
> Randy Ballard   N5WV

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