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Surface Mount Multilayer Varistors (MLVs) > MHS Series
Device Characteristics
Speed of Response
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transient voltage suppressor approaches a linear (ohmic)
relationship and shows a temperature dependent effect.
At or below the maximum working voltage, the suppressor
is in a high resistance model (approaching 106Ω at its
maximum rated working voltage). Leakage currents at
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The Multilayer Suppressor is a leadless device. Its
response time is not limited by the parasitic lead
inductances found in other surface mount packages.
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such as ESD. Additionally, in “real world” applications,
the associated circuit wiring is often the greatest
factor effecting speed of response. Therefore, transient
suppressor placement within a circuit can be considered
important in certain instances.
TypicalTemperature Dependance of the Characteristic
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Multilayer Internal Construction
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GRAINS
Lead (Pb) Soldering Recommendations
The principal techniques used for the soldering of
Reflow Solder Profile
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and Wave soldering. Typical profiles are shown on the right.
The recommended solder for the MHS suppressor is
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Wave soldering is the most strenuous of the processes.
To avoid the possibility of generating stresses due to
thermal shock, a preheat stage in the soldering process
is recommended, and the peak temperature of the solder
process should be rigidly controlled.
When using a reflow process, care should be taken to
ensure that the MHS chip is not subjected to a thermal
gradient steeper than 4 degrees per second; the ideal
gradient being 2 degrees per second. During the soldering
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peak temperature is essential to minimize thermal shock.
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Wave Solder Profile
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still necessary to ensure that any further thermal shocks
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printed circuit boards being removed from the solder
process and subjected to cleaning solvents at room
temperature. The boards must be allowed to cool gradually
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Revision: July 16, 2009
MHSVaristor Series
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