Thermal Fuse 250V 10A, TF105 TF152 TF185 TF200 TF230 RY –ref:729

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Fuse type: Thermal 

Maximum current:   10A

Voltage max:          250V

Fuse size:              12mm

Opening temperature:   TF105 = 105°C

                                       TF152 = 152°C

                                       TF185 = 185°C

                                       TF200 = 200°C

                                       TF230 = 230°C  

Gross weight:        1.07 g

A thermal fuse is a cutoff which uses a one-time fusible link. Unlike a thermal switch which may automatically reset itself when the temperature drops, the thermal fuse is more like an electrical fuse: a single-use device that cannot be reset and must be replaced when it fails or is triggered. A thermal fuse is used when the overheating is a result of a rare occurrence, such as failure requiring repair (which would also replace the fuse) or replacement at the end of service life.

Thermal fuses are usually found in heat-producing electrical appliances such as coffeemakers and hair dryers. They function as safety devices to disconnect the current to the heating element in case of a malfunction (such as a defective thermostat) that would otherwise allow the temperature to rise to dangerous levels, possibly starting a fire.

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