Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Littelfuse KLDR-1?
It is a 1 A Class CC time-delay, current-limiting cartridge fuse in the Littelfuse POWR-GARD KLDR series, intended for compatible control transformer, solenoid and industrial control applications.
What is the manufacturer catalog number?
Littelfuse lists the 1 A model under catalog number KLDR001, with product marking KLDR 1A. KLDR-1 is a commonly used model designation for this current rating.
What is the current rating?
The rated current is 1 ampere, equivalent to 1000 milliamperes.
What are the AC and DC voltage ratings?
The fuse is rated for 600 VAC and 300 VDC. Confirm the applicable circuit voltage and related electrical protection requirements before installation.
What are the AC and DC interrupting ratings?
The AC interrupting rating is 200,000 amperes RMS symmetrical at 600 VAC, while the DC interrupting rating is 20,000 amperes at 300 VDC. Littelfuse identifies the DC interrupting rating as self-certified.
Is KLDR-1 a time-delay or fast-acting fuse?
KLDR-1 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 open in exactly 12 seconds at twice its 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. Refer to the manufacturer's time-current curves for circuit protection analysis.
What are the pre-arcing and total clearing I²t values?
Littelfuse lists a pre-arcing I²t value of 0.4494 A²s and a total clearing I²t value of 5.883 A²s in its electrical specifications table. The total clearing figure corresponds to the manufacturer's 200 kA test condition.
What are the physical dimensions?
The nominal 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. Compatible fuse-holder options include appropriately rated products from the L60030C, LPSC/LFPSC, LEC and 571/572 series.
Is KLDR-1 UL listed and RoHS compliant?
The KLDR datasheet identifies the series as UL Listed under file E81895, CSA Certified under file LR29862 and RoHS compliant. It also references a CE declaration. The DC interrupting rating is manufacturer self-certified.
What should be verified before ordering?
Confirm the KLDR-1 or KLDR001 designation, 1 A current rating, 600 VAC or 300 VDC voltage requirement, applicable interrupting capacity, time-delay characteristics, fuse-holder compatibility and purchase quantity. Littelfuse lists KLDR001.TXP for a 10-piece manufacturer pack and KLDR001.HXP for a 100-piece manufacturer pack; these packaging codes do not determine the quantity supplied in an individual store listing.