Fuse block with rejection feature

DETAILED DESCRIPTION The fuse block of the present invention is for use with Class CC fuses and having a rejection feature.
In accordance with the invention the fuse block is provided with an insulating column designed to act as a rejection spacer between the concentric cap of the ferrule on one end of the fuse and the electrical contact terminal of the fuse block.
The fuse is positioned and retained in electrical contact by means of a retaining leaf spring which applies pressure to the fuse in the direction of the contact terminal.
This novel arrangement substantially reduces the requirement of tight dimensional tolerance control.
An object of the present invention is to provide a fuse block with rejection means for use primarily with Class CC fuses.
A further object of the present invention is to provide a rejection fuse block which prevents electrical contact upon insertion of an improper fuse.
Another object of the present invention is to provide a rejection-type fuse block allowing greater dimensional tolerance.
Still another object of the present invention is to provide a rejection-type fuse block including means for applying pressure to the fuse in the direction of the contact terminal.
Yet another object of the present invention is to provide a fuse block with both rejection and retention features in which the retention means is not subjected to heating due to heavy current flow.
Other objects and features of the present invention will become apparent with reference to the accompanying drawings and description.