The B72542V6500S162 is a varistor from EPCOS (TDK), designed to protect electronic equipment against transient voltage surges. It is a voltage-dependent resistor (VDR) with a high surge current capability. This varistor is part of the EPCOS Varicap series, known for their reliability and performance in overvoltage protection.

Applications

• Surge protection in power supplies
• Protection of semiconductor devices
• Transient voltage suppression in industrial equipment
• Overvoltage protection in consumer electronics
• Use in lighting applications for surge suppression

Features

• High surge current capability
• Wide operating voltage range
• Fast response time to transient surges
• UL, CSA, and VDE approvals
• RoHS compliant
• Leaded varistor

Benefits

• Effective protection against voltage transients, ensuring the longevity of sensitive electronic components.
• Improved reliability of electronic equipment by preventing damage from voltage spikes.
• Compliance with international safety standards.
• Easy to install in a variety of applications due to its leaded design.
• Environmentally friendly due to RoHS compliance.

Technical Specifications

The B72542V6500S162 features a maximum surge current of 6kA (8/20µs pulse), a varistor voltage of 500V (DC), and a clamping voltage of 820V at 5A. It operates within a temperature range of -40°C to +85°C. It has a disc size of 14mm.