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what is meant by the statement that the rating of fuse in a circuit is 5 ampere ?

The maximum safe current allowed to flow through a fuse before it melts is called fuse rating.The thickness and length of fuse wire depend on the fuse rating.A fuse of 5 A rating is used in line meant for bulbs,fans,etc.
The rating of fuse in  a circuit is of 5 amperes means that the fuse wire will melt if the current exceeds 5 amperes value.


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