V150ZC20PX10

The V150ZC20PX10 is a varistor.It belongs to the family of TVS – Varistors, MOVs, which also include Transient Voltage Suppressors (TVSs) and Metal Oxide Varistors (MOVs).A varistor is a voltage dependent nonlinear resistor made of semiconductor materials like zinc oxide (ZnO). It is also known as a voltage or surge suppressor, as it limits the surge current during a transient voltage fluctuation and helps to protect circuits from overvoltage.

The V150ZC20PX10 is ideal for protecting automotive electronics. It is an automotive hybrid mov which combines a ZnO varistor and a surge counter element in a single package. The surge counter element is a proprietary design which counts the number of over-voltage events encountered by the circuit. This gives engineers an indication of how frequently the circuit has received potentially damaging levels of voltage.

In automotive applications, the V150ZC20PX10 provides protection against repetitive transients such as electrostatic discharges, engine start and stop transients, and lightning. This varistor has a lowclamping voltage of 18V, and it is sealed in a hermetically sealed housing that protects it from extreme temperatures, dust, and other contaminants. Its small size makes it ideal for a variety of automotive applications, as it can fit in tight spaces.

One of the primary advantages of the V150ZC20PX10 is its ability to withstand repetitive overvoltage up to 400V. This is due to its hysteresis function, which helps it to "remember" the amount of overvoltage it has encountered in the past and adjust its operation accordingly. This helps to extend the life of the device, as it can cope with multiple voltage transients before it needs to be replaced.

The working principle of the V150ZC20PX10 is based on its ability to absorb excess energy from a voltage spike and then convert that energy into heat. This process helps to reduce the magnitude of the voltage spike and helps to protect the circuitry from damage from such levels. This device is designed to have a lower "trip point," which means that it trips sooner to provide protection. As the voltage increases, the device starts to reduce the amount of energy that can flow through it, thus helping to limit the effect of voltage spikes.

The V150ZC20PX10 is designed to provide protection in a wide range of automotive applications. It is also used in non-automotive applications, such as in the manufacture of medical and consumer electronic products. With its ability to absorb energy from voltage spikes, it is an important device in protecting any electrical circuit from dangerous overvoltage levels.

The V150ZC20PX10 is an effective and reliable protection device for automotive applications. Its lowclamping voltage, small size, hysteresis function, and ability to withstand repetitive overvoltage make it ideal for automotive applications. With these features, the V150ZC20PX10 makes a great addition to any automotive circuit.