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In the electrical distribution utility industry a cutout is a combination fuse and switch used in primary overhead feeder lines and taps to protect step down transformers from current surges and overloads.

Electric Cut Out

In the electrical distribution utility industry a cutout is a combination fuse and switch used in primary…

"Edison fuse plug cutout for switchboard use." —Croft 1920

Edison Fuse Plug Cut-Out

"Edison fuse plug cutout for switchboard use." —Croft 1920

"Cut-out ground detector using lamps for a three wire circuit." —Croft 1920

Cutout Ground Detector for Three Wire Circuit

"Cut-out ground detector using lamps for a three wire circuit." —Croft 1920