What to do when you need AGS type glass fuses?

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Is there any source for them?
What is best? Replace fuse holder, use a AGC type fuse in a older AGS fuse holder or?
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Gary Ward said:
Is there any source for them?
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McFarlane and Univair had some AGS. And a number of commercial electrical supply companies carry them. But they're not cheap anymore. Also look for 4AG and ABS (ceramic) fuses as they are an alternate. If you're going to replace a fuse holder install a circuit instead.
 
Bell206 said:
McFarlane and Univair had some AGS. And a number of commercial electrical supply companies carry them. But they're not cheap anymore. Also look for 4AG and ABS (ceramic) fuses as they are an alternate. If you're going to replace a fuse holder install a circuit instead.
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Thanks,
It appears Spruce does not have anymore AGS fuses? Univair does list a 1 amp and a 3 amp but no 5 amps. Then the shipping is high. I may order anyway from Univair if there no other options. I did find one electrical supplier who list some, I will try to call them both to see what is available. Thanks
 
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.22 cartridges will fit nicely, and they come in several sizes.:cool:
 
Do you have the amp ratings on .22 short, long, lr, and magnum. I bet it's enough to let the wire melt before it fuses.
 
Gary Ward said:
use a AGC type fuse in a older AGS fuse holder?
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Not recommended. AGC is 1/4" diameter while AGS is 9/32". The AGC in the larger holder may heat up due to poor contact and blow even though there is no circuit fault.
 
Do you need slow blow, or fast acting? This place seems to only have the 5 amp AGS in the slow blow type.

www.elliottelectronicsupply.com

AGS / ABS / MDC / MDM / 4AG / 4AB 9/32

Buss and Littelfuse Fuses Discontinued and Hard to find 9/32" OD 4AG/ABS/AGS/MDC/MDM Series. Especially designed to withstand vibration, shock, fatigue and repeated off and on circuit operating conditions. The 4AG, ABS, AGS series fuses are commonly specified in older aircraft. About 50 years...
www.elliottelectronicsupply.com www.elliottelectronicsupply.com
 
I bought some(about 80) 15 amp slo blo fuses for 150 flap motor. May work in a 172 also. I could part with a box or 2.
 
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