Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Littelfuse KLDR-1-1/4?
It is a 1.25 A Class CC time-delay, current-limiting cartridge fuse from the Littelfuse POWR-GARD KLDR series. The fuse is designed for compatible control transformers, solenoids and other industrial control applications.
What is the manufacturer catalog number?
Littelfuse identifies the 1-1/4 A version under manufacturer catalog number KLDR1.25. The product marking is KLDR 1 1/4 A.
What is the current rating?
The rated current is 1.25 amperes, equivalent to 1250 milliamperes or one and one-quarter amperes.
What are the AC and DC voltage ratings?
The manufacturer specifies 600 VAC and 300 VDC. Confirm that the intended circuit is within the appropriate voltage rating and installation requirements.
What are the AC and DC interrupting ratings?
The AC interrupting rating is 200,000 amperes RMS symmetrical at 600 VAC. The DC interrupting rating is 20,000 amperes at 300 VDC and is identified by Littelfuse as self-certified.
Is KLDR-1-1/4 a time-delay or fast-acting fuse?
KLDR-1-1/4 is a time-delay fuse. The KLDR series is designed to accommodate temporary magnetizing inrush currents associated with control transformers, solenoids and similar inductive components.
Does KLDR-1-1/4 open in exactly 12 seconds at twice the rated current?
No. The UL agency requirement specifies a minimum opening time of 12 seconds at 200% of rated current. This is not a fixed opening time. Consult the manufacturer's time-current curves to evaluate actual circuit protection behavior.
What are the pre-arcing and total clearing I²t values?
Littelfuse specifies a pre-arcing I²t value of 0.4367 A²s and a total clearing I²t value of 7.354 A²s. The total clearing value is listed under the manufacturer's 200 kA test condition.
What are the physical dimensions?
The nominal cartridge dimensions are 10.3 mm in diameter and 38.1 mm in length, approximately 0.41 inch by 1.50 inches.
What materials and fuse holders are used?
Littelfuse specifies a melamine body with nickel-plated bronze caps. Recommended compatible holder families include L60030C, LPSC/LFPSC, LEC and 571/572. The specific fuse holder must meet the application's electrical and mechanical requirements.
Is KLDR-1-1/4 UL listed and RoHS compliant?
The manufacturer identifies the KLDR series as UL Listed under file E81895, CSA Certified under file LR29862 and RoHS compliant. The datasheet also references a CE declaration. Its DC interrupting rating is manufacturer self-certified.
What should be verified before ordering?
Confirm the KLDR-1-1/4 or KLDR1.25 designation, 1.25 A current rating, applicable 600 VAC or 300 VDC requirement, AC or DC interrupting capacity, time-delay characteristics, fuse-holder compatibility and purchase quantity. Littelfuse lists KLDR1.25TXP for a 10-piece manufacturer pack and KLDR1.25HXP for a 100-piece manufacturer pack; these ordering codes do not determine the quantity supplied in an individual store listing.