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Fuse (Plug Fuse)

By Bob Formisano, About.com

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Fuse

Definition:
The fuse is an overcurrent protection device that has a screw base and a metal conductor strip that is designed to fail by melting and breaking the circuit when the amperage is exceeded in the electrical circuit.
Also Known As: plug fuse, fuse

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