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determined, it must be derated based on the number of cycles

expected over the system lifetime. Since the stress induced by the

current pulse is mechanical in nature, the number of times the

stress is applied has significant bearing on how much derating

must be applied to the fuse rating. Figure 5 presents the current

pulse derating curve for our surface-mount chip fuses up to

100,000 cycles.

Fuse Selection Flowchart

However, the basic considerations for fuse selection are shown in the flowchart presented in Figure 6. Following this flow chart

will help you select a fuse best suited for your application conditions.

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Selecting Surface-mount Fuses

Fuse selection seems straightforward, in that, you pick one which has a current rating just a bit higher than your worstcase system

operating current. Unfortunately, it’s not that simple. There are derating considerations for operating current and application

temperature. Turn-on and other system operations (like processor speed changes or motor start up) cause current surges or

spikes that also require consideration when selecting a fuse. So selecting the right fuse for your application is not as simple as

knowing the nominal current drawn by the system.

Temperature Derating

A fuse is a temperature sensitive device. Therefore, operating temperature will have an effect on fuse performance and lifetime.

Operating temperature should be taken into consideration when selecting the fuse current rating. The Thermal Derating Curve for

surface mount fuses is presented in Figure 4. Use it to determine the derating percentage based on operating temperature and

apply it to the derated system current.

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