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    Apr 29, 2008, 11:54 AM
    Definition and purpose of a fuse
    On a circuit board, what purpose does the fuse serve?
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    Apr 29, 2008, 02:19 PM
    It is an overcurrent device. When the time and overload duration is exceeded, the fuse melts thus it protects the circuit in a controlled way. Otherwise traces and more components would be destroyed,
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