Fuse bases for DIN high voltage fuse-links with diameter 45mm and lengths 192, 292, 367, 442 and 537mm. The indicating device enables electrical actuating of the opening mechanism for a circuit or triggering of an indicator during the melting of a fuse equipped with a trip-indicator. This very robust and original device means freedom for any mechanical system and offers the advantage of being able to incorporate a microswitch unit or units according to the equipment configuration.