Radial-leaded Metal Oxide Varistor (ROV) Overview

The Raychem ROV metal oxide varistors (MOV) help protect power systems from damage caused by transient overvoltage faults such as lightning, power contact, and power induction. Suitable for a broad range of applications, MOVs help protect sensitive electronic equipment from potential power surge damage by clamping high-energy, short-duration impulses. The ROV device's high current handling and energy absorption capability, fast response and low cost make it suitable for overvoltage protection in power supplies, emergency lighting, and LED backlighting for LCD screens.

Key Features

• Broad range of radial-leaded devices available
• Various surge capabilities: standard, high surge, extra high surge
• Wide varistor voltage range: 18V - 1800V
• Fast trip time
• Low leakage current
• RoHS compliant

Applications

• Power supply protection
• Emergency lighting protection
• LED backlighting for LCD screens