Choosing the right fuse/circuit breaker.

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Lightfire

Joined Oct 5, 2010
690
OK guys,

For example, I had a circuit breaker rated for 5 amperes. It means that I should not use more than eleven 0.4166667 amp rated bulb. Isn't it?

Because eleven 0.4166667 amp rated bulb is consuming already total all 4.5833337 amperes.

Please correct me if I were wrong. :)
 

eblc1388

Joined Nov 28, 2008
1,542
The bulb only pass that much current when it is lit and hot.

The resistance of filament lamp is much lower when it is cold.
 

mcgyvr

Joined Oct 15, 2009
5,394
fuses typically shall be run at no more than 80% continuous. 5A fuse = 4A maximum continuous. I'd use a 7A fuse minimum.
 

MEJY1988

Joined Sep 28, 2010
1
Most Breakers are rated for 80% continuous load. Check the manufacturers cut sheets to be sure. This includes the types that are used in businesses and homes. Just thought I would throw in my two cents. :cool:
 
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