The type of fuse designed to prevent nuisance tripping due to temporary motor overloads is called a(n):

The dual-element, time-delay fuse is specifically engineered to address the issue of nuisance tripping that can occur with temporary motor overloads. This type of fuse incorporates a unique design featuring two elements: one that responds quickly to short circuits and another that reacts more slowly to overload conditions that are typically transient in nature. This allows the fuse to tolerate brief periods of higher current without blowing, which is particularly beneficial for motors that may experience momentary surges when starting or under heavy load.

In contrast, other types of fuses, like standard fuses or fast-acting fuses, do not have this added delay mechanism and can quickly trip even at minor overloads, potentially interrupting the operation of the motor unnecessarily. Resettable fuses may offer some reusability, but they do not provide the same targeted protection against temporary overloads as a dual-element, time-delay fuse does. This makes the dual-element, time-delay fuse the ideal choice for preventing nuisance tripping while ensuring that motors can operate effectively under variable loads.