V660LS100BPX2855

V660LS100BPX2855 Application Field and Working Principle

TVSs, or transient voltage suppressors, are specialized electrical components which limit transient voltage impulses to protect other voltage and current sensitive components from potential damage. Varistors, MOVs, and VPWM devices are the three main types of TVSs and all work on similar principles. The V660LS100BPX2855 is a varistor, or variable resistor, which is the most commonly used type of TVS due to its simple structure and low cost. In this article, we will discuss its field of application and its working principle.

Application Field

Varistors can be used for applications which require a higher protection level than ordinary circuit protection components can provide. The V660LS100BPX2855 is suitable for the protection of automotive circuits and components such as electronic control unit (ECU) circuits, relay circuits, and remote sensing circuits. It can also be used in industrial electronics, modems, and communication equipment.

Working Principle

The basic working principle of the V660LS100BPX2855 is quite simple. It is made up of a metal-oxide disk which is surrounded by a sintered metal case. When a transient voltage spike hits the device, the electrical charges in the metal-oxide disk redistribute themselves within the disk in order to equalize the voltage on both sides. As a result, the voltage at the output is maintained at a constant level, thus protecting the components connected to it from potential damage due to the voltage spike.

Conclusion

Varistors are a simple and cost-effective form of TVSs which are widely used for the protection of sensitive circuits and components. The V660LS100BPX2855 is a varistor which packs a lot of protection into a small package and can be used in a variety of applications which require a higher level of protection. Its working principle is also quite simple, making it a great choice for most applications.