SEFUSE^® SM Thermal Cutoffs and Fuses

The device is integrated into the electrical circuit of the appliance. Two leads are connected in the device by a fusible alloy, which is coated with a special flux. Under normal conditions, the current flows directly from one lead to the other through the fusible alloy. In case the ambient temperature should reach a critical point, the fusible alloy will melt and then condense into a drop around the end of each lead caused by surface tension and the special coating. As a result, the electric current is interrupted immediately.

Listed below are some benefits of using SM thermal cutoffs:

• Stable and operate with precision to ensure maximum safety for the operation of electrical equipment
• Can be mounted directly where temperature detection is required without insulation
• Have fast thermal response due to their shape and small size
• Have a resin-seal which ensures strong reliability and accuracy

The SM thermal cutoff is used in many different electrical products, such as power supplies, motors, battery packs and automobiles.

Technology

The SM fuse is a one-shot operation device that uses a fusible alloy as thermal element inside an insulated ceramic case. The alloy is coated with a special flux.

For additional information about this technology, please click on the thermal cutoff technology page.


Features/ Specifications

All versions of the SM thermal cutoff use a fusible alloy as a thermal element and cover a range of operating temperatures from 76°C to 151°C. All types are environmentally-friendly and comply with the Directive on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE) and the Directive on the Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment (RoHS).

Forms of Supply and Product Packaging

Lead cutting and tapping services are available upon request. For further information, please download the 'Lead Cutting and Taping' file below.

Standard forms of supply are available. Please contact our sales department if you have any special requests concerning supply and packaging of the SEFUSE^® SM thermal fuse.

The SEFUSE^® SM is a reliable thermal protection device manufactured in a facility certified by the International Standards Organization (ISO9001/14001 quality standard).

All SM thermal cutoffs undergo an automatic internal resistance check, in addition to SCHOTT’s standard quality assurance processes to ensure the  product is high quality.


For further information, please review our quality assurance page.