AVRL101A6R8GTA Circuit Protection

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AVRL101A6R8GTA Application Field and Working Principle

AVRL101A6R8GTA, also known as a Transient Voltage Surge Suppressor, is a type of Voltage Dependent Resistor (VDR) designed to protect sensitive electronic circuits from high voltage transients. The device is classified as a TVS (Transient Voltage Suppressor) – Varistors, MOVs (Metal Oxide Varistors), and is used to suppress voltage spikes that occur on power lines, such as those caused by lightning, or on any other electrical circuit. The device functions by providing a low-impedance, highly-conductive path for the high voltage transients, thus protecting the downstream components.

The AVRL101A6R8GTA is designed to protect against high voltage transients up to 10,000 volts, and is typically used in industrial and automotive applications where such surges occur. It is also often used to protect circuit boards, such as that of a laptop computer, from “spikes” generated by electrostatic discharges (ESDs) or the connection and disconnection of other devices on the same power line. The device consists of a series of zinc oxide varistors, which are connected in parallel with an impedance of 200 ohms. The device is also equipped with thermal and current limiting circuitry to ensure optimal performance.

When a transient occurs on the power line, the device’s conductive elements allow the transient to flow to ground through an internal impedance path. This occurs quickly, usually within a few nanoseconds, and helps to protect sensitive components by limiting the voltage in the circuit. The device is designed to dissipate the energy generated by the transient and is therefore often considered as a “temporary shorts” when comparing it to the use of fuses and other current-dependent over-voltage protection devices.

The AVRL101A6R8GTA has a wide range of applications in both commercial and automotive use, and can help to protect sensitive components from potential damage due to high voltage transients. It can also help to reduce the risk of starting fires on circuit boards due to improper grounding, or prevent the disruption of services due to voltage spikes on power lines. As such, the AVRL101A6R8GTA is an important device for protecting valuable equipment and ensuring consistent operation of systems.

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