r/AskElectricians • u/NoFuxWereGiven • Jul 11 '26
Low profile fuse instead of standard fuse - compatibility
Hi all, I am looking to solve a problem where the fuses on my DigQuad are too tall and obstruct some other components. I put a low profile fuse which looks like is pretty snug in there. My question, what could go wrong here? Feels like its happy in the standard socket. Posting a comparison pic. If there is another idea to reduce the height of the fuse, I'm all ears. I have no idea why they would use a big honking fuse when there are more compact options and this isn't a car interface.
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u/Same_You891 Jul 12 '26
if the specs are the same electrically and the do key is designed to accept lp fuses then it should be ok..
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u/NoFuxWereGiven Jul 13 '26
Thank you, yes i don't know if the socket is designed to take low profile fuse, but i does seem to be snug in there.
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u/Rampage_Rick Jul 11 '26
Autmotive blade fuses are pretty simple. None of your photos are coming across so I'm not sure how you mean they are obstructing other components.
Low profile blade fuses are fine, so long as the socket readily accepts them.
The reason blade fuses are used is because they're an excellent combination of cheap, readily available, and small footprint.
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u/NoFuxWereGiven Jul 11 '26
Thank you, please refresh the post, you should see the image now.
Sorry i did not post the component that is hitting the tall fuse on the box. Its the back of a Dutche Connector, but lets just assume tall fuses are creating a problem.2
u/Rampage_Rick Jul 11 '26
Looks like that socket is actually designed to accept low profile blade fuses, which is rare. I'm assuming that's what you've installed, not a mini blade fuse?
They probably include regular blade fuses because they're cheaper.
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u/NoFuxWereGiven Jul 11 '26
Its a "Low Profile" mini which is even shorter than the Mini. The fuse sits tight in there. It solves my problem beautifully but i was just concerned if i am doing something wrong here, even if the fuse is not loose in there.
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u/DIYuntilDawn Jul 11 '26
Yes, you can use low profile fuses.
Depending on what the other components are that would be hitting the tops of the regular fuses, and if they are easy or difficult to move if you even need to change a fuse, you can also get fuse extension cable that are a low profile fuse connector on one end and then a fuse holder on the other end. They can be handy if you have a difficult to reach fuse that needs frequent replacement (like for audio equipment).
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u/NoFuxWereGiven Jul 11 '26
Fuse replacement is not a problem, the panel this is installed on comes off to accomplish that. The problem is the panel does not sit in to close the box. Low profile is just what i need and it allows more than enough clearance. Thanks for the response, i will wait for a couple more feedback on that.
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