Glossary “fuse block” Definition:
Enclosure that contains the fuses and circuit breakers for the electrical circuits of a vehicle.
What is fuse?
fuse box
Glossary “fuse box” Definition:
Holds various circuit fuses, breakers and flasher units.
fuse link
Glossary “fuse link” Definition:
Term used for fusible link.
fuse rating
Glossary “fuse rating” Definition:
The amount of current flow that causes the fuse to blow. They are rated in amps. Some types are color coded to indicate their current ratings.
fuse wire
Glossary “fuse wire” Definition:
1). Wire made of an alloy that melts at a low temperature. 2). Term used for fusible link.
fuse
Glossary “fuse” Definition:
1). Circuit protection device that opens a circuit when the fusible element is severed by heat, due to an exceessive current passing through it. 2). To join two pieces of metal by bonding them together.