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Bussmann UCB Automotive Type I Circuit Breaker, Snap-Off Universal Blade

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Model: UCB-10

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Bussmann UCB Automotive Type I Circuit Breaker, Snap-Off Universal Blade

The Bussmann UCB Series is an automotive Type I circuit breaker built to the Bussmann series footprint, giving installers a familiar fit in standard automotive fuse blocks and panels. It features a snap-off universal blade for fast, tool-free installation and is rated 12 Vdc for standard automotive electrical systems. This family is available across 10A, 20A, and 30A ratings, so technicians can match circuit protection to the exact load on the circuit while keeping the same footprint and blade style throughout the vehicle's wiring harness.

Key Features

  • Amp Rating Range: available in 10A, 20A, and 30A ratings to match a range of automotive circuit loads.
  • Type I Bussmann Series Footprint: uses the standard Bussmann series automotive footprint for reliable, drop-in compatibility with existing fuse blocks and panels.
  • Snap-Off Universal Blade: the universal blade design snaps into place for quick, tool-free installation and removal.
  • Voltage Rating: rated 12 Vdc, suited to standard automotive electrical systems.
  • Color-Coded Identification: color-coded by amp rating (e.g., the 20A rating is color-coded yellow) for fast visual identification at the panel.
  • Automotive-Grade Circuit Breaker: designed specifically for automotive circuit protection duty rather than general residential or commercial panels.

Technical Specifications

  • Refer to manufacturer documentation for complete technical specifications.

Typical Applications

  • Automotive Electrical Systems
  • Fuse Panel and Circuit Breaker Panel Upgrades
  • OEM-Style Replacement Circuit Protection
  • 12 Vdc Vehicle Wiring Circuits

Why Bussmann?

Bussmann is a long-established name in circuit protection, and the UCB Series brings that same engineering discipline to automotive applications with a Type I Bussmann series footprint and a snap-off universal blade for dependable, repeatable installations. Choosing the correct amp rating from the 10A-30A range, alongside the color-coded identification, helps ensure the circuit breaker matches the load it protects. For automotive technicians and fleet maintenance teams, that combination of a standard footprint, tool-free blade design, and 12 Vdc automotive rating makes the Bussmann UCB Series a dependable choice for keeping vehicle electrical circuits protected.

Manufacturer Resources

Product Specs

Department:
Electrical
Product Type:
Circuit Breaker
Voltage Rating:
12VDC
Amperage Rating:
10A-30A
Configuration:
Snap-Off Universal Blade
Series:
Type I
Product Group:
Circuit Protection
Product Subgroup:
Circuit Breakers

Bussmann UCB-10 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) What amp ratings does the Bussmann UCB automotive circuit breaker come in?
Three ratings: 10A, 20A and 30A, ordered as UCB-10, UCB-20 and UCB-30. Match the rating to the load on the circuit, not to the breaker you happen to have on the truck. All three share the same Type I footprint and snap-off universal blade, so a fleet tech can change rating on a circuit without changing how it mounts.
2) Will the UCB circuit breaker drop into a standard automotive fuse block?
It uses the standard Bussmann series Type I automotive footprint, so it seats in standard automotive fuse blocks and panels in place of a blade fuse position. The universal blade snaps in by hand, no tool needed, which is what makes it practical for a roadside or under-dash swap.
3) What is the difference between a Type I automotive circuit breaker and a blade fuse?
A blade fuse is one-time: it opens and you replace it. A Type I breaker like the UCB is auto-reset, so it trips on overload and re-closes as it cools, which suits circuits that see occasional inrush (wipers, blowers, power seats) where you do not want a vehicle down over a nuisance trip. If you need the circuit to stay open until someone looks at it, a fuse or a manual-reset breaker is the better call.
4) Can I standardize a whole fleet on one UCB part number?
Only where the loads match. The footprint and blade style are the same across 10A, 20A and 30A, so stocking is simple, but protection has to follow the circuit: a 30A breaker on a wire sized for a 10A load will not protect it. Practical approach for fleet maintenance is to stock all three and assign by circuit, keeping the single Type I footprint throughout the harness.
5) How do I tell the 20A UCB breaker apart from the others at the panel?
They are color coded by amp rating, and the 20A is yellow. The rating is also in the part number, so UCB-20 is the 20 amp unit. Useful when you are standing at a panel with three ratings in the same footprint and no room to read fine print.
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Does the Bussmann UCB-10 come with a warranty?
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