The CN1812S60AG2 is a multilayer varistor manufactured by EPCOS (TDK). It is designed to protect sensitive electronic components from transient voltage surges, such as those caused by electrostatic discharge (ESD) and lightning strikes.

Applications

• ESD protection for I/O ports
• Transient voltage suppression in power supplies
• Overvoltage protection in data lines
• Surge protection in automotive electronics
• Protection of sensitive electronic components

Features

• Varistor voltage of 60V
• High surge current capability
• Fast response time
• Low clamping voltage
• Bidirectional protection
• Small 1812 case size

Benefits

• Protects electronic devices from damaging voltage surges
• Improves system reliability and longevity
• Reduces the risk of component failure
• Provides effective protection against ESD and other transient events
• Enables compact circuit designs due to its small size

Additional Details

The CN1812S60AG2 offers bidirectional protection, meaning it can suppress voltage surges in both directions. It has a fast response time, typically in the nanosecond range, ensuring that it can quickly clamp voltage surges before they damage sensitive components. The varistor's clamping voltage is the voltage at which it starts to conduct significantly, limiting the voltage across the protected device. The device is RoHS compliant. The CN1812S60AG2 is suitable for automated assembly processes. It is commonly used in applications where space is limited and high surge protection is required. The multilayer construction provides excellent energy handling capability. It is a reliable and cost-effective solution for protecting electronic equipment from transient voltage surges. The device's robust design and performance characteristics make it a popular choice for a wide range of applications.