EPCOS / TDK PTC SMD Thermistors

EPCOS B59602 and B59603 PTC SMD Thermistors provide thermal management in LED driver circuits. Constructed as ceramic PTC SMD thermistors, these devices feature a maximum operating voltage of 32VDC, an operating temperature range of -40°C to +125°C/+145°C, and a resistance tolerance of 5% to 50%. EPCOS PTC thermistors for thermal management in LED driver circuits are ideal for DC/DC converters, home appliances, dimmers, electronic ballasts, and overtemperature protection of power components.

Features

  • Fast and reliable response
  • Suitable for reflow soldering only
  • Compliant to RoHS directive 2002/95/EC
  • Lead-free tinned terminations

Applications

  • DC/DC converters
  • Home appliances
  • Dimmers
  • Electronic ballasts
  • Overtemperature protection of power components
  • Secondary protection of battery packs
  • SMPS
  • Notebooks

Specifications

  • 32VDC maximum operating voltage
  • -40°C to +125°C/+145°C operating temperature range
  • 27Ω to 1kΩ resistance range
  • 5% to 50% resistance tolerance
Published: 2011-09-06 | Updated: 2023-07-19