Why does a blown fuse show a voltage when measuring it with a multimeter?

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I have a blown 0.5A fuse on a PCB and I tested the voltage between the two contacts after plugging it in and I’ve noticed it’s showing me the voltage that my PSU is rated for.

I know it has something to do with potential difference, but I can’t quite grasp why it’s happening.

Thank you!

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Anonymous 0 Comments

Sounds like you’re making a connection around the fuse with the multimeter and seeing the voltage running through that new path.

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