VTP170XSF-3

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PTC resettable fuses are protection devices used in single-pole-interrupting electrical circuits. They are most often used to prevent electrical overloads and short circuits. The VTP170XSF-3 is a PTC resettable fuse manufactured by Taiwan-based chipmaker Vishay Intertechnology. It is a thermally activated device that can be used in a variety of applications that require protection from excess current.

The VTP170XSF-3 is a one-piece device that is constructed from a glass-filled thermoplastic base material. The device consists of a silver-plated nickel core surrounded by a thermistor and an electron beam-deposited polyethylene dielectric. It is designed for use in telecommunications, automotive, consumer electronics, and other applications that require enhanced temperature stability and tolerance.

The VTP170XSF-3 acts as a circuit breaker to protect against overcurrent and short circuit conditions in a single-pole-interrrupting circuit. If an excessive amount of current is present in the circuit (usually due to an overload), the device will trip, and the current will be interrupted. This prevents further damage to the circuit, or even a fire hazard.

The mechanism behind the VTP170XSF-3\'s operation is relatively simple. When too much current is present in the circuit, the device\'s thermistor heats up, causing it to expand. This expansion causes the polyethylene dielectric to stretch, creating an open circuit. The current is immediately interrupted, and the device will remain in an open state until the circuit is reset.

The VTP170XSF-3 is a reliable, cost-effective device that is suitable for a variety of applications. It can be used in telecommunications, consumer electronics, automotive, and other applications that require enhanced temperature stability and tolerance. In addition, the device is RoHS compliant, and is available in a variety of package sizes and operating voltages.

The VTP170XSF-3 is a reliable, cost-effective solution for single-pole-interrupting circuits. It works by tripping when an excess current is present, and resetting once the current is reduced. The device offers enhanced temperature stability and tolerance, and is suitable for a variety of applications.

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