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Single Layer Varistors
VC32 Series
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The VC32 Series offers the designer a surface mount solution with higher
voltage ratings and transient energy ratings than typical multi-layer varistors
(MLVs). Think of this series as surface mountable MOVs. This series, based on
our proven zinc oxide formulation, operates from -55ºC to 125ºC. Additionally,
the top and bottom surfaces of the chip are protected with a glass coating.
APPLICATIONS
L W
T
t
LWT t
7.90 - 8.51 4.70 - 5.26 2.03 MAX 0.40 - 1.30
(0.311 - 0.335) (0.185 - 0.207) (0.080 MAX) (0.016 - 0.051)
PART DIMENSIONS mm (inches)
PART SPECIFICATIONS
Leakage Maximum Maximum Maximum Typical
Part No.
V1mA Vrms Vdc Current Clamping peak current absorption capacitance
(nominal) (max. µA) Voltage (80/20µs) (8/20µs) lp(A) (10/1000µs) 1kHz/0.5V
V V V µA Vp (V) Ip (A) 2 Surge 10 Surge 20 Surge 100 Surge J pF
VC32M01750K-- 270 175 225 200 455 10 200 100 80 50 15.0 135
VC32M00231K-- 360 230 300 50 595 10 200 100 80 50 20.0 100
VC32M00251K-- 390 250 330 50 650 10 200 100 80 50 21.0 90
VC32M02750K-- 430 275 368 50 710 10 200 100 80 50 23.0 80
VC32M00301K-- 470 300 385 50 775 10 200 100 80 50 23.0 70
HOW TO ORDER
PACKAGING
VC32
Type
VC3220
M0
Series
M = General Applications
0251
AC Operating
Voltage
EIA Coding
e.g. 0251 = 250VAC
K
Tolerance
of 1mA
K = 10%
--
Packaging
Suffix
-- = Bulk
BG = Tape and Reel
D0
A0
A
D1
P2
P0
P1
A
T
Direction of unreeling
Section A-A
Cover tape
F
B0
E
W
G
K0
T2
+0.15
-0
±1.5
12.75
ø62
A
W2
W1
Direction of unreeling
Reel
Tape
Tape Dimensions mm (inches) Reel Dimensions
Tape Size 16 (0.630) VC32 Tolerance
A0x B05.3 x 8.7 ±0.50 (0.20)
(0.209 x 0.043)
K02.50 (0.098) max.
T23.00 (0.118) max.
T 0.30 (0.012) ±0.10 (0.004)
D01.50 (0.059) +0.10/-0 (0.004/-0)
D11.50 (0.059) min.
P04.00 (0.157) ±0.101) (0.0041))
P22.00 (0.079) ±0.10 (0.004)
P18.00 (0.315) ±0,10 (0.004)
W 16.00 (0.630) ±0.30 (0.012)
E 1.75 (0.069) ±0.10 (0.004)
F 7.50 (0.295) ±0.10 (0.004)
G 0.75 (0.030) min.
Size VC 32
A (mm) 330-2
W116.4+1.5/-0
W222.4
Packing Quantity
Type Pieces/reel
VC 32 1000
1) ≤±0.2 (0.008) over 10 sprocket holes
• MOV (Radial) Replacement
• Suppression of transient on
line voltage
• Electric Meters
• Industrial Equipment
• Mains PSUs
• Telecommunications
• Consumer Electronics
RoHS COMPLIANT
Pb: Free
RELIABILITY TESTING
Test Description Test Condition Test Requirement
SURGE CURRENT CECC 42000 Test C 2.1 ∆V/V ≤10%
(8/20µs Waveform) 100 surges in the same direction at No visible damage
2 pulses/min at the max. peak current
SOLDERABILITY IEC 68-2-20, 235°C ± 2ºC,4s±1s Coverage > 90%
TEMPERATURE IEC 68-2-14 ∆V/V ≤5%
CYCLING Ta = -40°C ± 3ºC; Tb = +125°C ± 2ºC No visible damage.
Duration: 1 Hr / cycle, 5 cycles
ENVIRONMENTAL CECC 42000, Test 4.16 ∆V/V ≤10%
TESTING a) Dry heat - Test Ba. (IEC 68-2-2) Insulation Resistance ≥1MΩ
Temperature: 125°C No visible damage
Duration:2H
b) Damp heat cyclic (IEC 68-2-30)
Temperature: 55°C ±2ºC
Duration: 24H
Humidity: 95 - 100% RH
c) Cold - Test Aa (IEC 68-2-1)
Temperature: -40°C±3ºC
Duration: 2H
d) Damp heat cyclic test (IEC 68-2-30)
5 humidity cycles
24H/cycle
LIFE TEST IEC 68-2-2 ∆V/V ≤10%
Applied voltage: max continuous AC Voltage Insulation Resistance ≥1MΩ
Temperature: 125°C± 2ºC No visible damage
Duration: 1000H
DAMP HEAT, IEC 68-2-3 Delta V/V ≤10%
STEADY STATE Tested with no voltage applied and 10% of Insulation Resistance min 1MΩ
maximum continuous DC voltage applied No visible damage
Temperature: 40°C±2ºC
Duration: 56 days
Humidity: 93% +2,-3% RH
FLAMMABILITY IEC 695-2-2 Visual
NEEDLE FLAME Duration: 10 s +0s, -1s No spreading of fire
Orientation: Vertical
Single Layer Varistors
VC32 Series
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