Varistor Datasheet
MLA Varistor Series
Surface Mount Multilayer Varistors (MLVs)
ClampingVoltage OverTemperature (VC at 10A)
Device Characteristics
At low current levels, the V-I curve of the multilayer 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 modex
(approaching 106Ω at its maximum rated working voltage).
Leakage currents at maximum rated voltage are below 100µA,
typically 25µA; for 0402 size below 20µA, typically 5µA.
100
V26MLA1206
TypicalTemperature Dependance of the Haracteristic
V5.5MLA1206
Curve in the Leakage Region
100%
10
-60
-40
-20
0
20
40
60
80
100 120 140
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TEMPERATURE ( C)
Figure 11
Energy Absorption/Peak Current
Capability
Energy dissipated within the MLA Series is calculated by
multiplying the clamping voltage, transient current and transient
duration. An important advantage of the multilayer is its
o
o
o
o
o
C
25 50 75
-8 -7
100 125
10%
1E
-9
-6
-5
-4
-3
-2
1E
1E
1E
1E
1E
1E
1E
SUPPRESSOR CURRENT (A
DC
)
Figure 10
interdigitated electrode construction within the mass of dielectric
material. This results in excellent current distribution and the peak
temperature per energy absorbed is very low. The matrix of
semiconducting grains combine to absorb and distribute transient
energy (heat) (see Speed of Response). This dramatically reduces
peak temperature; thermal stresses and enhances device reliability.
Speed of Response
The Multilayer Suppressor is a leadless device. Its response time
is not limited by the parasitic lead inductances found in other
surface mount packages. The response time of the ZNO dielectric
material is less than 1ns and the MLA can clamp very fast dV/dT
events 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.
As a measure of the device capability in energy and peak current
handling, the V26MLA1206A part was tested with multiple pulses
at its peak current rating (3A, 8/20µs). At the end of the
test,10,000 pulses later, the device voltage characteristics are still
well within specification.
Multilayer Internal Construction
Repetitive Pulse Capability
FIRED CERAMIC
DIELECTRIC
100
PEAK CURRENT = 3A
8/20 s DURATION, 30s BETWEEN PULSES
V26MLA1206
METAL
ELECTR ODES
METAL END
TERMINATION
DEPLETION
REGION
10
0
2000
4000
6000
8000
10000
12000
DEPLETION
REGION
NUMBER OF PULSES
GRAINS
Figure 12
Figure 13
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Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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Revised: GD. 05/12/21