16R250BU

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PTC resettable fuses have become a vital part of product safety systems. They have been widely adopted in a variety of industries for many applications, including consumer electronics, electrical and electronic components, aerospace, and automotive. The 16R250BU is one example of a commonly used PTC resettable fuse.

PTC resettable fuses are designed to prevent damage caused by over-current conditions. In the event of an over-current situation, the fuse will limit current flow and heat up in an effort to protect downstream components from damage. The heat generated causes a temperature dependent resistor (called a “positive temperature coefficient” or PTC) to become conductive and reduce current flow. This allows the downstream components to be protected while the fuse absorbs any additional energy. As the temperature decreases, the resistor returns to its normal non-conductive state, allowing the fuse to reset and resume normal operation.

The 16R250BU is a self-resetting polymeric PTC fuse designed for surface mount applications. It is designed to offer the same protection as a thermal fuse, but with the added benefit of being self-resetting. This reduces the need for manual intervention when a fuse has tripped, which can save time and money on repairs. The 16R250BU is rated for 250 volts and 16 amps of continuous current, making it suitable for use in a variety of products. It has a fast trip time of under 0.2 seconds and is designed to trip when it reaches over 150 degrees Celsius.

The 16R250BU offers some advantages over other types of fuses. Unlike other types of polymeric fuses, it offers an improved level of protection by operating in a semi-conductive state at high temperatures. This helps to prevent current spikes and reduce thermal stress on the component it is protecting. The 16R250BU also has a temperature-sensitive resistor which can be tuned to trip at the exact temperature needed for the application. The fuse also offers a low resistance design, allowing for unobtrusive current monitoring at high temperatures.

The 16R250BU is well suited to a variety of applications in consumer electronics, automotive, aerospace, and industrial control. It is most commonly used in DC power applications, such as laptop and tablet chargers, batteries, and medical equipment. Alternatively, it can be used to protect motors, circuit boards, and other components from damage caused by excessive current. The 16R250BU is also used in automotive and aerospace applications to protect sensitive electronics from over-current conditions.

In summary, the 16R250BU is a type of PTC resettable fuse designed for surface mount applications. It is rated for 250 volts and 16 amps of continuous current, and it has a fast trip response time to protect downstream components from over-current conditions. It offers some advantages over other types of polymeric fuses, including an improved level of protection and low resistance. The 16R250BU is suitable for a variety of applications in consumer electronics, automotive, aerospace, and industrial control.

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