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There is one type of load that can be reset after an overload, a motor. HPUs,

trim systems, door seal pumps, autopilots and cowl flap actuators all have

motors and should use breakers for overcurrent protection. The alternator

field lead should also have a breaker so that the alternator can be isolated.

The trim breaker should be set apart from the others so in a runaway trim

situation it can be located, and pulled, quickly.



Blade type fuses are suitable for most other applications. I avoided Faston

spade terminals in my plane and am glad I did. I have only three of these

friction connections, two on the Hobbs and one on the alternator, and one

(alternator field) has given be trouble. Not a good average. I used solder and

heatshrink almost everywhere and have been rewarded with a very reliable

electrical system.



Regards

Brent