B72214S2461K101

Product Overview

• Category: Passive Electronic Component
• Use: Suppression of voltage transients in electronic circuits
• Characteristics: High surge current capability, low clamping voltage, compact size
• Package: Radial leaded disc varistor
• Essence: Protects electronic devices from voltage surges
• Packaging/Quantity: Bulk packaging, quantity varies by supplier

Specifications

• Voltage Rating: 240V
• Peak Surge Current: 6.5kA
• Energy Absorption: 110J
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C
• Dimensions: 7mm diameter, 8.5mm height

Detailed Pin Configuration

The B72214S2461K101 has two radial leads for through-hole mounting.

Functional Features

• Provides protection against overvoltage events
• Rapid response time
• Low leakage current

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages

• High surge current capability
• Compact size
• Rapid response time

Disadvantages

• Limited energy absorption capacity
• Sensitive to extreme temperature variations

Working Principles

The varistor is made of a semiconductor material that exhibits non-linear resistance with respect to applied voltage. When the voltage exceeds the threshold, the varistor conducts and diverts excess current away from the protected circuit.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The B72214S2461K101 is commonly used in: - Power supplies - Telecommunication equipment - Industrial control systems - Consumer electronics

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

• B72214S171K101
• B72214S300K101
• B72214S500K101

This concludes the entry for B72214S2461K101, a radial leaded disc varistor used for voltage transient suppression in electronic circuits.