B72500E8140S160

TVS - Varistors, MOVs, is the type of device used in various electronic applications such as circuit protection, voltage regulation and overvoltage protection. The B72500E8140S160 is one of the most popular devices used in such applications. This device is a metal-oxide-varistor which provides a wide dynamic range of transient-voltage-suppression.

Application Field:

The B72500E8140S160 is used in a broad range of applications. It is used in the consumer electronics, telecom and automotive sectors for voltage clampers, line and antenna surge suppressors and secondary lightning protection. It is also used in components that require high reliability and small size, such as overvoltage protective relays, OVPs, voltage regulators, chargers and power supplies.

Working Principle:

The B72500E8140S160 is a metal-oxide-varistor device that works on the principle of non-linearenergy absorption. When exposed to a high-voltage surge, such as a lightning strike, the MOV will rapidly reduce the voltage to a safe level, thus protecting the connected components. The MOV employs this principle by introducing a highly non-linear resistance in series when the voltage exceeds its rated clamping voltage. This resistance opposes the flow of current, thus providing clamping or overvoltage protection for connected components.

The B72500E8140S160 consists of a ceramic material containing a metallic oxide, like zinc oxide. When a voltage surge is introduced, the oxide particles rapidly increase in size, leading to a drastic decrease in resistance. This decrease in resistance limits the amplitude of the voltage to a safe level, protecting nearby components from destruction. Because of the rapid response, the MOV can protect against a wide range of overvoltages.

Conclusion:

The B72500E8140S160 is a versatile device used in many different applications. It effectively provides a wide dynamic range of transient-voltage-suppression for a variety of uses, making it a popular choice for circuit protection, voltage regulation and overvoltage protection. The working principle of this device is based on non-linear-energy absorption, which allows it to rapidly reduce voltage to a safe level during high-voltage surges.