Fusible Link question

[WrongMotor]

Is there some sort of conversion? For instance if the diagram calls for a 20g fusible link, but I would like to maybe use a fuse instead. What amps would that fuse be?

 

[HISSIN50]

It's not quite that straightforward. What component or circuit do you wish to fuse?

 

[jrichker]

Fuse links come with a current rating just like fuses. A clue as to what current they are designed for is to look at the size wire they protect.

Choose the fuse according to the wire size.

Wire size current table:
18 gauge wire = 5-8 amps
16 gauge wire = 10-12 amps
14 gauge wire = 15-17 amps
12 gauge wire = 20-25 amps
10 gauge wire = 30-40 amps
8 gauge wire = 50-60 amps.

Keep in mind that the wire size in the chart is for the circuit itself, not the size of the fuse link. The packages of fuse link repair material you can get at the auto parts stores also will have a current rating on them.

See http://fordfuelinjection.com/?p=7 for some excellent tips of soldering wires for best electrical performance.

Aircraft type circuit breakers are designed for low voltage DC applicaions and would be an excellent choice to replace fuse links. They come as a push/pull to reset button, and range from 1.5 amps to 60 amps and higher.

See http://www.aircraftspruce.com/index.php or http://www.wicksaircraft.com/catalogDetails.php or http://www.sacskyranch.com/ for circuit breakers and other items.