Littelfuse Introduces 506 Series 6.3x32mm-Size 600VDC Fuses
New high-performance fuse is smaller alternative to Midget fuses in high-power DC applications
2011-06-01 09:00:00 CHICAGO, IL, June 1, 2011 – Littelfuse, Inc. (NASDAQ/NGS:LFUS), today introduced its new 506 Series of 6.3x32mm ceramic-body fast-acting cartridge fuses, designed to protect high-power DC applications. With its high performance 600VDC interrupting rating in a compact 6.3x32mm package, the 506 Series provides robust circuit protection in a smaller package and is a useful alternative to existing high-power DC Midget fuses.
By introducing the 506 Series fuses, Littelfuse supports the trend toward higher energy designs in a smaller footprint. The high interrupting capacity and fast response of these fuses ensures that they will open safely to protect equipment under very high fault-current conditions.
The 506 Series fuses are available in ampere ratings from 15A to 20A. The 506 Series is available in cartridge version and is 100 percent lead-free and compliant with RoHS requirements. Also it is cURus recognized under the component programs of the Underwriters Laboratories.
Littelfuse, the leader in fuse technology, provides a comprehensive range of products and solutions that provide overcurrent protection for any electronic application. With 80 years of experience in building and supplying overcurrent protection products, Littelfuse is dedicated to providing application expertise and support that meets customers’ needs.
Availability
506 Series fuse samples are now available for bulk orders. Sample requests can be made through authorized Littelfuse distributors worldwide. For a listing of Littelfuse distributors, please visit www.littelfuse.com.
For More Information
For more information about Littelfuse and the 506 Series fuse, please visit the Littelfuse web site at www.littelfuse.com or contact your local Littelfuse Technical Support expert.
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For circuit protection application design ideas, please visit the new Application Design Center section of the Littelfuse web site.
If you have questions or require technical support, please contact the Littelfuse technical support hotline at 1-800-999-9445.
About Littelfuse
Littelfuse, Inc. is the worldwide leader in circuit protection with 2010 revenues of $608 million. Founded in 1927, Littelfuse offers the industry’s broadest and deepest portfolio of circuit protection products and solutions. Backed by industry-leading technical support, design and manufacturing expertise, Littelfuse devices protect products in virtually every market that uses electrical energy, from consumer electronics to automobiles to industrial equipment. In addition to its Chicago, Illinois, world headquarters, Littelfuse has more than 20 sales, distribution, manufacturing and engineering facilities in the Americas, Europe and Asia. Technologies offered by Littelfuse include: Fuses; GasDischarge Tubes (GDTs); Positive Temperature Coefficient Devices (PTCs); Protection Relays; PulseGuard® ESD Suppressors; SIDACtor® Devices; TVS Diode Arrays (SPATM Family of Products); Switching Thyristors; TVS Diodes; and Varistors. The company also offers a comprehensive line of highly reliable Electromechanical and Electronic Switch and Control Devices for commercial and specialty vehicles, as well as underground Power Distribution Centers for safe control and distribution of electricity in mining.
For more information, please visit Littelfuse’s Web site at www.littelfuse.com.
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