thermal cutoff fuse

Listed temperatures vary by product; examples in these listings include thermal fuses that open at 196°F, other thermal fuses shown at 360°F, and a high‑limit thermostat at 250°F.

Available listings show 240 volts with current‑handling values indicated as 15 amps on some parts and up to 25 amps on others.

Descriptions commonly note welded construction for current‑carrying integrity, single‑shot (single‑use) fuses, and terminal details such as 3/16‑inch terminals on some parts.

Dimensions vary by item. Examples from the listings include a kit at 2.25 in (L) × 1.13 in (H) × 1.5 in (W) and another part at 0.75 in (L) × 2 in (H) × 2 in (W).

They cut power to the heating element when temperatures reach unsafe levels: the thermal cutoff fuse and the high‑limit thermostat open the circuit to help prevent fire hazards and heat damage.

Phrases such as "Single shot fuse" explicitly indicate the component is single‑use and will open once at its rated temperature rather than reset.