Kinda OT but that what's true HW hacker do in a pinch.

From: CLeyson_at_aol.com <(CLeyson_at_aol.com)>
Date: Sat Jan 19 16:06:20 2002

Nowadays most small 50/60 Hz transformers have thermal fuses fitted.
It isn't mandatory but it is good practice from a safety point of view.
A lot of "power bricks" have these fuses fitted because it is cheaper
than than a separate fuse holder. If the manufacturer fitted a fuse,
you can guarantee that there is always someone who would bypass it.

Chris
Received on Sat Jan 19 2002 - 16:06:20 GMT