LITTELFUSE Maxi Automotive Slow Blow Blade Fuse - 40A
Time-delay blade fuse for vehicle circuits. 20A rating, 32V DC, protects motors and accessories from inrush currents. Reliable automotive protection.
The LITTELFUSE Maxi Automotive Slow Blow Blade Fuse is a premium component designed for robust circuit protection in demanding 12V and 24V DC automotive and commercial vehicle applications. Featuring a time-delay (slow blow) characteristic, it provides crucial protection against harmful inrush currents and temporary overloads, making it ideal for safeguarding motors, compressors, and inductive loads that experience high start-up surges.
Constructed with precision-engineered internal elements, this fuse is built to withstand the harsh environmental conditions typical of vehicle engine compartments. Its MAXI 299 series design offers superior reliability, ensuring consistent performance and a secure fit in standard Maxi blade fuse holders. The clear plastic housing allows for quick visual inspection of the fuse element, enabling easy identification of a blown fuse for rapid diagnosis and replacement.
This automotive-grade fuse is engineered to meet rigorous standards, providing dependable protection for critical vehicle systems. Its time-delay functionality is essential for circuits where a momentary surge is normal, preventing nuisance blowing while still offering full protection against sustained overloads and short circuits. This makes it a trusted choice for professionals in automotive repair, fleet maintenance, and electrical installation.
- Time-Delay Protection: The slow blow characteristic protects circuits from inrush currents, preventing unnecessary fuse failure during motor start-up.
- Secure Fit: Standard Maxi blade dimensions ensure a reliable and vibration-resistant connection in compatible fuse blocks and holders.
- Visual Fault Indicator: The transparent housing allows for immediate visual confirmation of the fuse's status, saving valuable troubleshooting time.
- Robust Construction: Designed for durability in high-temperature and high-vibration automotive environments.
Variant Details
- Size: 40A
- Protection of automotive wiring harnesses
- Motor-powered applications with high inrush currents
- Replacement for fusible links or wires in vehicle circuits
- Motor drive control systems
- Fuse Current Rating: 40A
- Voltage Rating: 32 VDC
- Blow Characteristic: Time Delay (Slow Blow)
- Body Colour: Orange
- Terminals: Silver-plated
- Body Material: Plastic
- Technology: Diffusion pill
- Interrupting Rating: 1000A at 32VDC
- Cold Resistance: 0.0014 Ω
- Product Range: MAXI 299 Series
- Fuse Size: 29.21mm x 8.85mm x 34.29mm (LxWxH)
- Orange body Blow Characteristic: Time Delay
- Fuse Current: 40A
- Voltage Rating VDC: 32V
- Auto Blade Fuse Size: 29.21mm x 8.85mm x 34.29mm
- SVHC: No SVHC (17-Jan-2023)
Always follow local regulations and product guidance.
Free standard delivery on UK mainland orders. Express delivery options and international shipping available at checkout.
We offer a 30-day money-back guarantee on most products. For faulty items, contact us within 14 days for a replacement or refund.
View Full Delivery & Returns PolicySecure Transactions
We take the utmost care with your payment and personal details. Our website employs advanced encryption technology, including Secure Sockets Layer (SSL), to protect your information during transmission. You can verify a secure connection by looking for 'https' and a locked padlock in your browser.
Cookie Policy
Cookies enhance your shopping experience by keeping track of your basket and remembering you when you return. We also use banner advertising based on your browsing history to present products of potential interest.
Security Warning
Beware of phishing scams! We will never ask for personal details via email. If such information is required, we'll request you to contact us by phone. If you receive an email requesting sensitive information, do not respond and let us know immediately.
Recommended Products
Similar Products
You may like
