Reyrolle fuses are tan or brown with a compressed particle or Bakelite casing, and copper or silver ends. They are roughly 65mm wide and 250mm long.
GEC and EMP fuses are white or off-white with a porcelain or ceramic casing, and silver or dirty grey ends. The end cap may be flat or have a recessed domed area. They are about 65mm wide, and either 250mm or 360mm long.
Asbestos is encased inside the fuse in washers and ropes at the non-striking end of the fuse. Striker fuses inside equipment are completely sealed and immersed in oil. They are low risk if left in place.
Not all striker fuses contain asbestos.
Residential, Commercial, Industrial, Community infrastructure and spaces
Electrical and power boxes, Plant and machinery
High voltage (HV) striker fuses containing asbestos are commonly used in 11kV Ring Main Isolators and Fuse Switches that take 10-inch oil-immersed fuses.
Replacement fuses may be stored in depots and substations.
HV fuses, Striker fuses
Types of striker fuses containing asbestos:
EMP OC10M - 40A
GEC ES2692 60A
GEC KEMXQ 60A
Reyrolle JOS1025 60AEMP.
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Close up of three high striker fuses. Asbestos and Hazardous Materials Consultants Association Members
