Fuse Taps for Occupied Automotive Fuse Block Slots
A fuse tap, otherwise known as an add-a circuit or piggyback fuse holder, is a power splitter-type device that slides into an occupied automotive fuse block slot to create an additional connection point for slip-on terminals. The fuse taps for automotive fuse blocks benefit the circuit by allowing two accessories to operate on the same circuit. This second fused circuit protects audio components, mobile devices, or accessories that draw power from the vehicle’s battery and prevents the need for rewiring the entire fuse block early on. With the added fuse option, fuse taps for occupied fuse block slots are beneficial for many needs.
Wirthco® offers several high-quality fuse tap options from our Battery Doctor® fuses and accessories for any need! Contact us for more information about our Battery Doctor® fuse tap accessories or request a quote for more detailed requirements.
Available Fuse Tap for Occupied Fuse Block Slot Options
Wirthco® offers fuse tap devices for the most common fuse types in automotive fuse blocks. Please be sure to select the type of fuse tap for the occupied fuse block slot that corresponds with the fuses in your vehicle. The Battery Doctor® fuse tape lineup includes:- ATO/ATC blade fuse taps
- AGC fuse/round glass fuse taps
- ATM fuse/mini-blade fuse taps
- Taps for vacant energized slots in mini-fuse blocks
Fuse Taps for Automotive Fuse Blocks Features
Battery Doctor fuse taps are the ideal way to add a new power circuit to any vehicle or equipment with an existing fuse block. The high-quality fuse taps for automotive fuse blocks offer a dependable way to expand a circuit without compromising the original wiring. They protect the original circuit, provide fast and clean installation, and reduce troubleshooting time by avoiding direct splicing. Additional features of our Battery Doctor® fuse taps include:
- Designed for occupied automotive fuse block slots
- Suitable for ATC, ATM, mini, and micro fuse formats
- High-quality terminals for secure electrical connection
- Durable construction for automotive, marine, RV, and off-road environments
- Available in single or multi-pack quantities for installers or OEM production runs
Applications of Battery Doctor® Fuse Tap Accessories
Battery Doctor® fuse tap accessories are designed for installers, OEMs, technicians, and any desiring a dependable way to expand a circuit without compromising the original wiring. Our fuse tap accessories are trusted by automotive electricians, RV/boat builders, custom upfitters, fleet maintenance teams, and mobile equipment installers nationwide. Common applications of our Battery Doctor® fuse taps include:
- Aftermarket audio, lighting, and electronics installations
- Dash cameras, GPS trackers, telematics modules, and fleet monitoring systems
- RV and marine accessory integration
- Service vehicles and upfits for work lights, warning beacons, and communication radios
- Mobile device charging stations
- Custom builds and restorations
Fuse Tap Installation
The following is a very basic guide to installing your Battery Doctor® fuse tap. Please use caution to reduce the risk of personal injury and damage to equipment. Note that a fuse tap installed at the “cold” end is protected by the existing fuse and the “hot” end requires the installation of an additiona inline fuse for the new circuit.
- Disconnect the vehicle’s battery power by removing the battery cables or using a disconnect switch
- Pull the selected fuse from its circuit slot
- Insert the wire from the new electrical device into the connector on the fuse tap. Be sure to cut, strip, and crimp the wire, as needed, as you would in any other electrical connection.
- Install the fuse tap into the open circuit in the fuse block.
- Insert the fuse you pulled from the fuse block into one of the fuse tap’s circuit, then insert a new fuse for the newly added electrical component.
- Reconnect the vehicle’s battery power.
Battery Doctor® Fuse Taps at Wirthco®
For four decades, Wirthco®® Engineering, Inc. has been a prime manufacturer of products for making life easier and safer. Through innovation, quality products, and outstanding customer service, we are sure to deliver the necessary accessories for any of your needs. We provide a full line of Battery Doctor® products to create your very own custom battery package. See why Wirthco® Engineering is your stop for premium Battery Doctor® fuse tap accessories!
Contact Us for Your Fuse Tap Needs
To provide additional connections on any automotive fuse block with safe and reliable performance, reach out today! Contact us for more information about our fuse taps for automotive fuse blocks, or request a quote for more detailed pricing options.