Article C5.20.6
FIA Approved Fuses and Contactors
Technical Regulations
Article C5.20.6
FIA Approved Fuses and Contactors
Chapter: C5
In Simple Terms
Teams can only use electrical fuses and contactors (switches) in their ERS power systems if the FIA has officially approved them beforehand. Suppliers must request approval from the FIA by November 1st of the year before they want to use the component.
- Only FIA-approved fuses and contactors are legal for ERS (Energy Recovery System) applications
- Component suppliers must submit approval requests to the FIA Technical Department
- Approval deadline is November 1st of the year preceding use
- This ensures standardization and safety across all F1 power unit electrical systems
Official FIA Text
Only Fuses and Contactors for ERS application approved by the FIA Technical Department will be accepted. The approval request form must be sent by the component supplier to the FIA before the 1st of November of the year preceding the year of introduction.
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