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Why are fuse links silver plated?

In a fuse link...what is the role played by Ag plating? thanks RGS

Stefano foppiani
- Codogno, Italy
2000

Stefano

If I remember correctly (I might be wrong) The silver is used for 1. It's melting point, 2. Corrosion resistance. 3 ease and accuracy for putting for assembly.

Chris Snyder
plater - Charlotte, North Carolina
2000

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