V140LS5CPX2855

The V140LS5cpX2855 is a varistor, also known as a transient voltage surge suppressor (TVSS). It is used to protect electrical circuits from transient voltages caused by power surges. The V140LS5cpX2855 has a maximum rated voltage of 5V and is designed to be used in various applications, such as in power-supply units, on electronic control boards, and in other electrical and electronic equipment.

The device is designed to protect circuits from momentary power surges in the voltage, stabilizing the electrical characteristics against transient voltages, overvoltages, and overcurrents. It works by providing a protective barrier for the circuit it is connected to—absorbing, reflecting, and redirecting any excessive voltages that may exceed the normal safe operating range of the device. This provides immediate protection from any component damage. The V140LS5cpX2855 is static sensitive and should be handled with static-safe workstations and tools.

The device is constructed of a zinc-oxide ceramic disc, with two metal plates bonded firmly onto the disc. The metal plates act as electrodes and are used to connect the varistor to the circuit. When the voltage increases, the semiconductor dielectric material inside the varistor is activated, creating an electrical charge that acts like a resistor, which helps to reduce the voltage. The current is diverted from the equipment down into the varistor, and the device can safely dissipate the excess energy as heat.

The V140LS5cpX2855 is designed to be used in environments where the transient voltage needs to be quickly suppressed. It can be used in a wide variety of situations, including high-voltage power-supply units, motors, and other electronic control boards. The device is particularly suited for application in vehicles, where the power supply may regularly experience large fluctuations in voltage levels.

The V140LS5cpX2855 is designed to handle a wide variety of transient voltage surges, including lightning and other power surges from the utility company. It helps to protect equipment by providing a surge-protective barrier that reacts quickly enough to limit the amount of voltage that can enter the device. This helps to reduce the amount of damage that can be caused by any excessive voltage, ensuring that the equipment is kept safe from harm.