Electrical Safety Month: The Power of Protection with Lawson Fuses
Electrical Safety Month is a timely reminder of how essential fuse protection is across every type of electrical installation. At Lawson Fuses, safety is built into everything we do. From low voltage fuse-links to cutting-edge solutions for renewable energy systems, we help ensure installations across the UK and beyond are safe, compliant and built to last.
Low Voltage Fuses: Small But Critical
Low voltage fuses are often underestimated, but they’re one of the most vital components in any circuit. Whether in domestic, commercial, or industrial applications, these fuses are the first line of defence against overcurrents and short circuits.
Lawson’s range of low voltage fuse-links are engineered to provide reliable, high-integrity protection. Manufactured to the highest standards (including BS 88 and IEC 60269) and backed by ASTA 20 certification, our fuses are designed to interrupt dangerous fault currents and prevent damage to downstream equipment.
Common Mistakes That Undermine Fuse Safety
Even a high-quality fuse can’t protect effectively if it’s installed or selected incorrectly. Here are three frequent pitfalls to avoid:
- Incorrect fuse rating – Always match the fuse to the equipment’s voltage and current specifications.
- Replacing a fuse without addressing the root fault – A blown fuse is a sign of a problem, not just an inconvenience.
- Physical degradation – Fuses and holders should be inspected regularly for signs of overheating, corrosion or mechanical wear.
Using genuine Lawson Fuses products helps ensure ongoing compliance, long-term reliability and peace of mind.
Built for Tough Conditions
In challenging environments, such as marine, industrial, or utility sectors, durability is just as important as performance. Our low voltage fuse-links are manufactured to endure extremes of heat, moisture and vibration. We also provide robust, UK-made fuse holders and accessories to ensure complete system integrity.
Safety and Sustainability: Protecting Solar Installations
As the UK moves towards Net Zero, more installers and engineers are working on photovoltaic (PV) systems. These green energy solutions need protection that’s as advanced as the technology they support.
Lawson’s Type PV fuse-links are specially designed to protect DC circuits in solar PV installations:
- Rated up to 1500V DC
- High interrupting capacity
- Designed to the requirements of IEC 60269-6
With solar installations becoming increasingly common across commercial and residential settings, it’s crucial to ensure that overcurrent protection is correctly specified and installed.
Trusted. Certified. Compliant.
All Lawson fuse-links are manufactured under an ISO 9001 quality system and tested in our ISO/IEC 17025-accredited laboratory. This means our customers can be confident they are choosing fuse protection that meets rigorous performance and safety standards.
The Lawson Fuses Difference
Electrical safety is not just a monthly message for us, it’s a year-round commitment. Whether you’re working on a small distribution board or a large-scale renewable installation, Lawson Fuses provides the proven protection you need to keep people, property, and systems safe.
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