Varistors suit various electronic equipment applications.

Koa Speer Electronics, Inc. May 16, 2002

Press Release Summary:

NV73 series surface mount metal oxide varistors protect electronic components against static electricity, switching, and incoming surges. Their symmetrical V-1 characteristics make surge absorption possible in either direction. Available in sizes 0603, 0805, and 1206, varistor voltages range from 4.2-56 V with maximum peak current of 30, 10-50, or 30-70 A at 8/20 microseconds depending on the size and style.

Original Press Release:

Varistor Protects Sensitive Electronics from Static and Surges

Bradford, PA - May 3, 2002 - A new line of surface mount metal oxide varistors is now available from KOA Speer Electronics. These NV73 series varistors protect electronic components against static electricity, switching and incoming surges, making them ideal for a variety of electronic equipment applications. KOA Speer NV73 varistors feature a large withstanding surge capability and symmetrical V-1 characteristics that make surge absorption possible in either direction.

NV73 series metal oxide varistors are available in sizes 0603, 0805 and 1206. Varistor voltages range from 4.2V ~ 56V with maximum peak current (@ 8/20 microseconds) of 30A, 10A ~ 50A and 30A ~ 70A depending on the size and style of selected component. The chip type design of the NV73 series is suitable for surface mount placement with automated assembly machines. Plastic tape and reel packaging is available.

KOA Speer NV73 varistors are designed for use in a number of electronic applications including telecommunications, office, audio and visual equipment, and computer components.

KOA Speer Electronics is a QS 9000, ISO 9002 certified company that has been serving the electronics industry since 1980. An affiliate of KOA Corporation of Japan, KOA Speer is a leading supplier of surface mount and thru-hole resistors, tantalum chip capacitors, inductors, resistor networks, integrated passive components, and ferrite beads. These products are distributed primarily to the North American market for applications including automotive, telecommunications, computer and instrumentation.

For more information, contact Dawn McGriff, KOA Speer Electronics, Inc., Bolivar Drive, P.O. Box 547, Bradford, PA, 16701. Phone: 814-362-5536, ext. 266. Fax: 814-362-8883. Web site: www.koaspeer.com.