Guide to Fuse Selection
Nikila Kareesan
Applications Engineer
Schurter Electronic Components
Nikila Kareesan, Applications Engineer at Schurter, Inc., is responsible for technical support on all Schurter products including circuit protection (fuses and circuit breakers), connectors, EMI filters and switches. She is also instrumental in new business development. Nikila has over 8 years experience in IP&E industry interfacing with customers, sales and distribution. She earned a BSEE degree from San Jose State University and her MBA from San Francisco State University.
There are many things to consider when selecting a fuse such as current rating, breaking capacity, derating, trip characteristics, etc. This brief, "Guide to Fuse Selection" discusses the purpose, characteristics, sizes and types of fuses. It includes the why, what and how of selecting the right fuses to comply with regulatory agencies and, more importantly, to protect against safety hazards and equipment failure. Please join Schurter Inc. and Nikila Kareesan, Applications Engineer, for a 15 minute on-demand eeTechbrief webinar covering the Guide to Fuse Selection.