Abstract: A method is provided for producing fuses with an increased yield rate and in a highly automated fashion. The method comprises the steps of processing a metal sheet into a blank having a plurality of continuously distributed pairs of lead conductors, molding an insulator base integrally with each pair of the lead conductors, electrically interconnecting the lead conductors of the respective conductor pair with a fusible connector, and severing the lead conductors from the blank. Additionally, a protection cap is coupled to the insulator base in such a manner that the cap can enclose the fusible connector in its entirety.