Abstract: A method and apparatus for aligning and heat staking a plurality of stackable junction box components having pilot holes normally used only for registration and alignment purposes. A heat stakable element is inserted through the pilot holes and used to secure the stacked components through the pilot holes. This eliminates the need for heat stake and stake hole structure built into the various junction box layers, thereby freeing up valuable junction box layout space for additional bus bar runs and electrical component receptacles. In a preferred form the heat stakable element is formed in the shape of a pilot pin to engage the pilot holes and simultaneously register and heat stake them together.

Abstract: A fuse holder for securely retaining a fuse in a captive, pre-set position relative to a fuse box when the fuse is temporarily removed from electrical connection with a fuse receptacle of the fuse box, the pre-set position keeping the fuse readily available for reinsertion into the fuse receptacle. The fuse holder has a cover that when closed prevents removal of the fuse from the top side of the holder and when open permits removal of the fuse. The fuse holder further has fuse retaining nubs that permit the fuse to be inserted into the holder from below, this feature making the holder compatible with automated assembly of the fuse box.