Hey all.

Just wanted to know how to remove this fuse from this fuse clip holder (image attached). It is attached in a PCB board and it is closely packed with other components. Is there any tool to remove fuses from such holders? Or is there any mechanisms (like, press and lift in a spring loaded connector)?

Thanks,
Nio

 

Automotive fuse pullers will do the trick.

This kit from Walmart provides several options for a few bucks but any auto parts store will have similar things.

 

Thank you for the suggestion. Will look into it.

 

how to remove this fuse from this fuse clip holder

In a pinch, you can also use a flat blade screwdriver, or similar tool (upholstery tool) to pry them out. Assuming there isn't enough room to get your fingers in there to do it.

 

another emergency workaround is to insert wire around the fuse, hold both wire ends and pull... chances are one side will still stay in the fuse holder. if it does not want to budge, with fuse in vertical position, push the stubborn end of the fuse (still in the holder) towards the other fuse holder side (already released). that should do the trick.

 

The "lost patience" method. Use a pair of fine nose pliers to break the glass, then pull the two ends out separately.

 

I have typically grasped them with my thumb & forefinger, and a short pull does it?

 

Hey everyone!
Thanks for your suggestions. I tried with Allen keys. I inserted the short arm and tried pushing it out and I was able to take it out.

also someone suggested me to use a nose pliers to slightly open up the clip and pull it, but I didn’t have to do it. In case someone else needs any help, can try this too.

Cheers,
Nio

 

The "lost patience" method. Use a pair of fine nose pliers to break the glass, then pull the two ends out separately.

I didn’t have to do this hahaha

 

I have typically grasped them with my thumb & forefinger, and a short pull does it?

I tried to. But there wasn’t enough room for me to do it.

 

Before you put a new one in, loop a small piece of cord and place it around the fuse. That way you have a handle to pull if you ever need to replace it again!

 

Before you put a new one in, loop a small piece of cord and place it around the fuse. That way you have a handle to pull if you ever need to replace it again!

That sounds clever. Thanks

 

Just as a follow up. The fuse in the image is a Time lag 3AG fuse. Some places the manufacturers (like littelfuse) have time delay (Slo-mo) fuses (3AG). Some online sources say time lag and time delay (slo-mo) fuses are same. Does anyone know if they are same or are they different?

thanks!
Nio.

 

Sew a piece of light fabric into a loop and slip it around the fuse.
It will make it easier to extract the fuse next time.
I do this with fuses and batteries in tight places such as DMM, toys, alarms, guitars, etc.

 

My old Micronta DMM actually came with a loop of nylon around the fuse.

 

Hello,

When you make something around the fuse, take a material that can withstand heat.
Fuses can get hot.

Bertus

 

The fuse in the image is a Time lag 3AG fuse. Some places the manufacturers (like littelfuse) have time delay (Slo-mo) fuses (3AG). Some online sources say time lag and time delay (slo-mo) fuses are same. Does anyone know if they are same or are they different?

Yes, slow blow and time lag are the same.

 

Yes, slow blow and time lag are the same.

Thanks!

 

@MaxHeadRoom beat me to it, my fingers! That failing, a flat blade "Tweaker" screwdriver is good for digging them out. Never needed anything else. The newer plastic cartridge automotive fuses give me more problems and sometimes need a pair of needle nose pliers to grab and hold them while pulling out.