# CARTRIDGE FUSE, MEDIUM ACTING, 3A, 125V

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**URL**: https://novapart.co/products/0232003.MXP/cartridge-fuse-medium-acting-3a-125v
**SKU**: 0232003.MXP
**Manufacturer**: LITTELFUSE
**Category**: Circuit Protection || Fuses & Fuse Accessories || Fuses || Cartridge Fuses
**Price**: €0.6040
**Stock**: 500+
**Lead Time**: 149 days (indicative)

## Description

Blow Characteristic:Medium Acting; Fuse Current:3A; Voltage Rating VAC:125V; Fuse Size Metric:5mm x 20mm; Fuse Size Imperial:0.2" x 0.79"; Product Range:232 Se 26K7709

## Specifications

| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Svhc | No SVHC (25-Jun-2020) |
| Fuse Current | 3A |
| Product Range | 232 Series |
| Fuse Size Metric | 5mm x 20mm |
| Fuse Size Imperial | 0.2" x 0.79" |
| Voltage Rating Vac | 125V |
| Blow Characteristic | Medium Acting |
| Breaking Capacity Current Ac | 10kA |

## Datasheet

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**Axial Lead & Cartridge Fuses** 5×20 mm > Medium-Acting > 232 Series 

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The 232 Series Fuse is a 5x20mm, medium-acting, glass body cartridge fuse.  It is specifically designed to meet the requirements of Appendix 3 of DENAN Technical Requirements & Enforcement Regulations (METI). 

## ~~**Features**~~ 

- Available in cartridge and • Approved to DENAN’s axial lead format Appendix 3 

- RoHS compliant and lead-free 

## ~~**Agency Approvals** De~~ 

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## ~~**Applications**~~ 

Used as supplementary protection in appliance or utilization equipment to provide individual protection for components or internal circuits. 

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|**% of Ampere Rating**|**Opening Time**|
|---|---|
|130%|1 hour, Minimum|
|160%|1 hour, Maximum|
|200%|2 minutes, Maximum|



## ~~**Electrical Characteristic Specifcations by Item**~~ 

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To order 125Vac rated, please add part no. suffix 

* Interrupting Rating for 8A & 10A is 100A@250Vac 

© 2019 Littelfuse, Inc. Specifications are subject to change without notice. Revised: 08/21/19 

Application testing is strongly recommended. 

**Axial Lead & Cartridge Fuses** 5×20 mm > Medium-Acting > 232 Series 

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Average Time Current Curves<br>10000<br>1000<br>100<br>10<br>1<br>0.1<br>0.01<br>0.001<br>1 10 100 1000<br>CURRENT IN AMPERES<br>1A 1.25A 1.6A 2A 2.5A 3A 3.15A 4A 5A 6.3A 8A 10A<br>TIME IN SECONDS<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>


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Note: 

Rerating depicted in this curve is in addition to the standard derating of 25% for continuous operation. 

## ~~**Soldering Parameters - Wave Soldering**~~ 

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300<br>280<br>260<br>240<br>220<br>200<br>180<br>160<br>140<br>120<br>100<br>80<br>60<br>40<br>20<br>0<br>Time (Seconds)<br>Preheat Time Cooling Time<br>Dwell Time<br>Temperature (°C) - Measured on bottom side of board 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 140 150 160 170 180 190 200 210 220 230 240<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>


## **Recommended Process Parameters:** 

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Wave Parameter Lead-Free Recommendation<br>Preheat: (Depends on Flux Activation<br>(Typical Industry Recommendation)<br>Temperature)<br>    Temperature Minimum: 100°C<br>    Temperature Maximum: 150°C<br>    Preheat Time: 60-180 seconds<br>Solder Pot Temperature: 260°C Maximum<br>Solder Dwell Time: 2-5 seconds<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>


## **Recommended Hand-Solder Parameters:** 

Solder Iron Temperature: 350°C +/- 5°C Heating Time: 5 seconds max. 

**Note: These devices are not recommended for IR or Convection Reflow process.** 

## ~~**Packaging**~~ 

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Packaging Option Packaging Specification Quantity Quantity &  Packaging Code Taping Width<br>232 Series<br>Bulk N/A 1000 MX N/A<br>Bulk N/A 1000 MXE N/A<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>


© 2019 Littelfuse, Inc. Specifications are subject to change without notice. Revised: 08/21/19 

**Axial Lead & Cartridge Fuses** 5×20 mm > Medium-Acting > 232 Series 

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## ~~**Product Characteristics**~~ 

|**Materials**|Body: Glass<br>Cap: Nickel–plated brass|
|---|---|
|**Terminal Strength**|Leads: Tin–plated Copper<br>MIL-STD-202, Method 211.<br>Test Condition A|
|**Solderability**|MIL-STD-202 Method 208|
|**Product Marking**|Cap 1: Brand log, current and voltage ratings, and<br>agency approval|
||Cap 2: Blank|
|**Packaging**|Available in Bulk (M=1000 pcs/pkg) or on Tape/<br>Reel(MRET1=1000pcs/reel)|



|**Operating**<br>**Temperature**|–60ºC to +125ºC|
|---|---|
|**Thermal Shock**|MIL-STD-202, Method 107, Test Condition B: (5<br>cycles –65OC  + 125OC)|
|**Vibration**|MIL-STD-202, Method 201|
||MIL-STD-202, Method 103, Test Condition A high|
|**Humidity**|RH (95%) and elevated temperature (40OC) for 240|
||hours.|
|**Salt Spray**|MIL-STD-202, Method 101, Test Condition B|



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Dimensions Part Numbering System<br>20+0.5 0232 xxxx M X 125 P<br>0232 000P<br>5.2+0.1<br>Series<br>-0.2<br>Amp Code<br>5.1+0.6 5.1+0.6 Refer to Amp Code column of<br>Electrical Characteristics Table<br>5.5±0.3<br>40±1.0 21.5±1.0 Quantity Code<br>M = 1000<br>0232 000 XEP<br>Packaging Code<br>0.65±0.05* X = Filler<br>Notes: Under Option Code<br>* Ratings above 6.3A have 0.8±0.05 diameter lead. All dimensions in mm 125  = To order 125Vac rated fuse<br>Blank = 250Vac rated fuse<br>Lead-free<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>


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Recommended Accessories<br>Max  Max<br>Accessory  Series Description Application  Application<br>Type<br>Voltage Amperage<br>345_ISF Panel Mount Shock-Safe Fuseholder 10<br>Holder 345 Shock-Safe Fuseholder with PC Mount, Solder Mount and Panel Mount options 20<br>830 PC Mount Shock-Safe Miniature Fuseholder 16<br>520 Metric OMNI-BLOK® Fuse Block  10<br>Block 646 PC Mount Miniature Fuse Block  250 6.3<br>658 Surface Mount Miniature Fuse Block  10<br>520_W PC Mount Miniature Fuse Clip  6.3<br>Clip 111 PC Board Mount Fuse Clip  10<br>445 PC Board Mount Fuse Clip  10<br>Notes:<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>


1. Do not use in applications above rating. 

2. Please refer to fuseholder data sheet for specific re-rating information. 

3. Please contact factory for applications greater than the max voltage and amperage shown. 

**Disclaimer Notice -** Information furnished is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, users should independently evaluate the suitability of and test each product selected for their own applications. Littelfuse products are not designed for, and may not be used in, all applications. Read complete Disclaimer Notice at: www.littelfuse.com/disclaimer-electronics. 

© 2019 Littelfuse, Inc. Specifications are subject to change without notice. Revised: 08/21/19 



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