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Re: Europa-List: 30amp Slow Blow Fuse

Subject: Re: Europa-List: 30amp Slow Blow Fuse
From: Fred Fillinger <fillinger@ameritech.net>
Date: Wed, 16 Jul 2003 10:55:29

> I used a 30 amp fusible link (ala automobile) as recommended by 
> Bob Nuckolls (Professor Aeroelectric)
> 
> Cheers,
> Ira N224XS (in paint shop!!) 

Advisable to check the time vs. current curve of the selected fusible 
link, as these things are slow devices by design.  It may not blow at 
40A before, besides charring #12 wire, damage to the regulator or stator 
assembly occurs.  Many minutes verses seconds for a slow-blo fuse.

Fred F.




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