A fuse is a type of electrical device that is designed to melt or break when an excessive amount of electrical current flows through it. Fuses are typically used in older homes and are often found in older electrical panels. Fuses are designed to protect your home from electrical overloads and short circuits by breaking or melting when the current exceeds a certain level.

A circuit breaker is a type of electrical device that is designed to interrupt the flow of electrical current when an excessive amount of current flows through it. Circuit breakers are typically used in newer homes and are often found in newer electrical panels. Circuit breakers are designed to protect your home from electrical overloads and short circuits by interrupting the flow of current when the current exceeds a certain level.

Here are some key differences between fuses and circuit breakers:

• Design: Fuses are typically small, cylindrical devices that are designed to melt or break when an excessive amount of current flows through them. Circuit breakers are typically larger devices that are designed to interrupt the flow of current when an excessive amount of current flows through them.
• Function: Fuses are designed to protect your home from electrical overloads and short circuits by breaking or melting when the current exceeds a certain level. Circuit breakers are designed to protect your home from electrical overloads and short circuits by interrupting the flow of current when the current exceeds a certain level.
• Reliability: Fuses are typically less reliable than circuit breakers and may not always trip when an excessive amount of current flows through them. Circuit breakers are typically more reliable than fuses and are designed to trip quickly when an excessive amount of current flows through them.
• Maintenance: Fuses typically require more maintenance than circuit breakers and must be replaced when they trip. Circuit breakers typically require less maintenance than fuses and can be reset when they trip.

Fuses and circuit breakers are both designed to protect your home from electrical overloads and short circuits. However, there are some key differences between the two. Fuses are typically older devices that are designed to melt or break when an excessive amount of current flows through them. Circuit breakers are typically newer devices that are designed to interrupt the flow of current when an excessive amount of current flows through them. By understanding the differences between fuses and circuit breakers, you can make an informed decision about which one is right for your home. Contact KCO Electric today to schedule a consultation and have your electrical system inspected and maintained.