MOV-20D431K Metal Oxide Varistor Thakor (VCRR)

About MOV-20D431K Metal Oxide Varistor Thakor (VCRR)

ProductServiceDescription MOV20D431K Metal Oxide Varistor MOVGeneralOverviewThe MOV20D431K is a metal oxide varistorMOV manufactured by Thakor VCRR It is designed to protectelectronic circuits and equipment from voltage surges including those causedby lightning strikes power line disturbances or switching transients Thiscomponent is commonly used in power supplies industrial control systemsconsumer electronics and communication equipmentTechnicalSpecificationsVaristor Voltage V1mA 430V 10The voltage at which 1 mA of current flows through the varistorMaximum Clamping Voltage Vc 710VThe maximum voltage the MOV allows to pass when diverting surge currentEnergy Absorption Capacity 190 JoulesAbility to absorb energy from a transient overvoltageMaximum Peak Current Imax 6500ASurge current capacity for an 820 s waveformResponse Time 25 nanosecondsFast response to transient overvoltage eventsDisc Size Diameter 20mmOperating Temperature Range 40C to 85CTypical ApplicationsAC power systemsSurge protection devices SPDsPower supplies and adaptersIndustrial control circuitsHousehold appliancesBenefitsand FeaturesSurge ProtectionEfficiently protects sensitive circuits from voltage surges and spikesHigh Energy AbsorptionOffers robust energy handling ensuring longterm reliability in demanding environmentsCompact DesignThe 20mm disc size makes it ideal for applications requiring space efficiencyWide Voltage Range CompatibilitySuitable for various AC and DC voltage applicationsReliabilityProvides consistent performance with a fast response time of less than 25 nsCostEffectiveAffordable solution for protecting expensive equipmentApplicationsPower Supply Protection Prevents overvoltage damage to transformers power adapters and power suppliesHousehold Appliances Safeguards appliances like microwaves washing machines and refrigerators from power surgesTelecommunication Equipment Protects routers modems and telephone systems from transient voltage spikesIndustrial Control Systems Ensures longevity and reliability of machinery and control systems operating in harsh environmentsLED Lighting Systems Protects LEDs and related components from surge damageEquivalentBrands and Part NumbersSeveral manufacturers produce equivalentvaristors with similar specifications to the MOV20D431KEPCOS TDK B72220P431K101 20mm disc size 430V ratingLittelfuse V20E430P 20mm 430V MOVPanasonic ERZV20D431 20mm 430V MOVBourns MOV20D431K Direct equivalent under Bourns brandingVishay VDRS20P430BSE 20mm 430V MOVKeyConsiderationsEnsure the MOV is rated to handle the maximum surge energy and current in your applicationUse proper installation practices to avoid thermal stress or improper clamping behaviorFor highfrequency circuits additional protection like TVS diodes may be needed alongside the MOV for optimal performanceLet me know if youd like further detailsabout any specific equivalent brand or additional information on MOV usage