Stinger Shoc-Krome Fuse Holder: Installation and Safety Tips

Quick Answer

The Stinger Shoc-Krome MIDI fuse holder provides reliable power protection for your car audio amplifier. Follow the diagnosis steps below to fix common installation issues like blown fuses or intermittent power.

Troubleshooting Diagnosis

• Symptom: Amplifier has no power: Check if the fuse is blown. Remove the protective end caps, inspect the MIDI fuse for a broken element, and replace it with the correct amperage rating for your system. Always carry spare fuses of the same rating.
• Likely Cause: Loose wire connection: If the fuse is intact but power is intermittent, the wire may not be fully inserted under the set screw. Loosen the allen screw, strip 1/2 inch of insulation, insert the bare wire fully, and retighten. Use a torque driver set to 15 in-lbs to avoid stripping.
• Corrective Action: Verify ground and routing: Ensure the fuse holder is mounted on a clean, dry surface away from moving parts. The ground wire must connect to a bare metal chassis point. If the fuse holder still blows fuses, your amplifier may draw more current than the holder's 175A max rating. If current exceeds 175A, upgrade to a higher-rated fuse holder.

Product Facts

• Stinger Shoc-Krome 4/8 Gauge MIDI Water Resistant Fuse Holder: The Stinger Shoc-Krome MIDI fuse holder accepts 4 or 8 gauge wire and uses allen head set screws with protective end caps. This ensures a secure, water-resistant connection that can handle currents from 30 to 175 Amps, matching most car audio amplifiers.