{"product_id":"mercury-6-x-32mm-f250ma-quick-blow-fuse-250v","title":"Mercury 6 x 32mm F250mA Quick Blow Fuse - 250V","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mercury F250mA is a 6 x 32mm quick blow fuse rated at 250mA and 250V, designed to interrupt fault current instantly when an overload occurs in sensitive circuits. The fuse element is held inside a glass tube with nickel-plated brass end caps, allowing visual inspection of the element before and after a fault event.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuick blow fuses are specified where the protected circuit cannot tolerate even momentary overload — typically in audio equipment, microcontroller circuits, low-voltage power supplies and measurement instruments. The F250mA rating makes this fuse suitable for circuits drawing up to 250mA under normal operating conditions, where any current spike above that threshold should trigger immediate disconnection rather than a slow-blow delay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 6 x 32mm dimension is a standard IEC metric format compatible with panel-mount fuseholders, in-line fuseholders and PCB-mount clips used across consumer electronics, pro audio and light industrial control equipment. The glass body and end caps are manufactured to IEC 60127 standards, providing consistent breaking capacity and dimensional tolerance for reliable fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eFrequently Asked\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's the difference between quick blow and slow blow fuses?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuick blow fuses interrupt current almost instantly when the rated threshold is exceeded. Slow blow (time-delay) fuses tolerate brief current surges — such as motor startup or transformer inrush — before blowing. The F250mA is a quick blow type, suitable for circuits that should not experience any surge above 250mA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan this fuse be used in 230V mains circuits?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fuse is rated at 250V, which covers UK 230V mains, but the 250mA current rating is far too low for typical mains appliances. This fuse is intended for low-current secondary circuits — power supplies, signal paths, control circuits — not for primary mains protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I know if the fuse has blown?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe glass body allows visual inspection. A blown fuse will show a broken or discoloured element inside the tube. If the glass is blackened or the metal element is visibly severed, the fuse has blown and must be replaced.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AVSL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45313490288907,"sku":"787.323UK","price":1.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0729\/8993\/3835\/files\/787323UK_CO1_32eccfa3-b595-4eca-bd68-3fd81d130ce2.jpg?v=1715194303","url":"https:\/\/niori.co.uk\/products\/mercury-6-x-32mm-f250ma-quick-blow-fuse-250v","provider":"Niori","version":"1.0","type":"link"}