SMD^® Power Fuses, Outdoor Distribution

Switching Overhead-Pole-Top Style SMD-20 Power Fuse using Loadbuster.

Installing the fuse unit in Overhead-Pole-Top Style SMD-20 Power Fuse using Talon.

Fuse Handling

Opening and Closing Fuse Units

SMD-20 Power Fuses are equipped with attachment hooks for universal load switching using Loadbuster®, S&C’s portable loadbreak tool. SMD-40 Power Fuses are available with optional attachment hooks for full-load live switching with Loadbuster®.

SMD-20 and SMD-40 Power Fuses must not be opened under load without use of a Loadbuster.

Installing or Removing Fuse Units

SMU-20 Fuse Units can be installed in or removed from their mountings using a universal pole equipped with an S&C Talon™, Distribution Prong, or Station Prong. SMU-40 Fuse Units can be installed in or removed from their mountings using a universal pole equipped with an S&C Large Clamp.