Fuse wires need to have a low melting point and higher resistance than the main wiring to effectively break the circuit during overcurrent situations. Thin and short dimensions facilitate quicker melting.
Which of the following characteristics is not suitable for a fuse wire ?
Asked in Clerk GR II Comb. Comp. Exam 2013 · Topic: Electric Current (Electrical Power and Energy, Joule heating effect)
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