ZA SERIES

APPLICATIONS
• • • • • • Solid State Motor Control Solid State Relays/Timers AC Line Cord Protection Control Arc Suppression Traffic Controllers Communication Equipment

REPLACEMENT
suppressor:

FOR

the following

when used as transient

• Selenium Tryectors • Zener Diodes • Silicon Carbide • Gas Discharge Tubes • R-C Networks (non-dv/dt) • Neon Bulbs • Electronic Crowbar Circuits

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• Automobiles • Calculators

Replaces ManyZeners • Voltages 12-115 VRMS, 16-153 VDC • Energy Absorption to 15 Joules. Current to 1000A • Characterized @ 1mA DC • For Complete Specifications, see Page No. 1438.
MAXIMUM APPLIED VOLTAGE MODEL NUMBER MAXIMUM ENERGY JOULES MAXIMUM NON-REPETITIVE PEAK PULSE CURRENT tp ';;;6/..1S MAXIMUM VARISTOR VOLTAGE AT 1 AMPI PEAK

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Description:

GE-MOV® zinc oxide varistors are voltage dependent, symmetrical resistors which perform in a manner similar to back-to-back zener diodes in circuit protective functions and offer advantages in performance and economics. The ZA series is characterized at the ImADC varistor voltage following ±10% E1 A values as are zener diodes and other varistors used as transient suppressors. When exposed to high energy voltage transients, the varistor impedance changes from a very high standby value to a very low conducting value thus clamping the transient voltage to a safe level. The dangerous energy of the incoming high voltage pulse is absorbed by the GE-MOV® varistor, thus protecting your voltage sensitive circuit components.

Replacement For: • Zener Diodes • Silicon Carbide • Selenium Thyrectors • R-C Networks (non dV/dt)

I-V Oscillograph
(Actual Photo)

Features: • Low Voltage Design • Excellent Clamping • High Transient Current Capability (2000 Amps) • Nanosecond Response • High Energy Capability • Wide Operating Temperature Range • Low Temperature Coefficient • Low Standby Drain • Compact and Lightweight

Benefits:

• • • • • • •

Improves Circuit, Component and System Reliability Extends Contact Life Reduction of Lightning Effects Promotes System Cost Reduction Reduces System Size and Weight Requirements Increases Product Safety No Follow-On Current

Applications:

• • • • •

Telephone Relays Telephone Solid State Circuits Communication Equipment Relay Coils Traffic Controllers

• • • • •

Computer Equipment Railroad Circuitry Numerical Control Test Equipment Instrumentation

• • • • •

Solid State Motor Control Television Copier Machines Calculators Contact Arc Suppression

• • • • •

Solid State Relays/Timers Power Supplies Solid State Security Systems Medical Equipment Fire Alarms

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Maximum ElectricCiI Ratings:

SERIES ZA
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Maximum Energy, Power and Peak Current Storage Temperature, T STG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Operating Surface Temperature, T s. . . . . . . . . . . Operating Ambient Temperature (without derating) Maximum Voltage Temperature Coefficient
Mechanical Ratings:

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See Rating Table -40°C to + 125°C . . . . . .. 115°C 85°C -0.05%/oC

Insulation Resistance-Megohms. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. > 1000 Hipot Encapsulation-Volts D.C. for 1 Minute " 2500 Solderability. . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Per Mil Std 202C Method 208C
V33ZA5 Typical V-I Characteristics:

Model Number Nomenclature:

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VNOM NOMINAL VARISTOR VOLTAGE (VDC)

PRODUCT SERIES

PULSE ENERGY RATING (JOU LES)

The ZA series GE-MOV ® varistors are characterized at the ImADC varistor voltage according to RETMA values. For example-V33ZA5: The nominal varistor voltage is 33VDC, ±10%, at ImADC. The maximum allowable steady state applied voltages, 26VDC and 28VAC (peak) fall below the low side nominal varistor voltage of 29.7VDC (33VDC10%) to insure the maximum idle power dissipation characteristics are not exceeded.

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The maximum allowable operating ambient temperature without derating is 850C if the average power of the input transients is zero. This condition is satisfied if the voltage transients are random and non repetitive. Above 850C the applied voltage and energy ratings both are reduced. If the voltage transients are repetitive the allowable ambient is reduced according to the level of the average power input. For example, if the average power of the transients is 50% of the dissipation rating the maximum allowable ambient temperature without derating is 70oC. Then, for operation above 700C the applied voltage and energy ratings are linearly reduced to zero at 100oC.

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SERIES ZA GE-MOV® VARISTOR APPLICATIONS

ELECTRON.IC SWITCHING

OF INDUCTIVE

LOADS

When an inductive load is switched off by a transistor, a high S.O.R. (Safe Operation Region) is required of the transistor to prevent reverse-biased second breakdown. If a GE-MOV® Varistor is connected from collector to emitter, the energy stored in the inductor is no longer forced through the transistor but instead is transferred to the Varistor. This results in a significant decrease in transistor stress and a much more reliable: circuit operation.

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SWITCHING

FOR REGULATION

Sudden application of supply voltage (or initial turn-on) can damage a switch mode regulator Switching device by subjecting it to the heavy current surge required to charge the uncharged filter capacitor. A GE-MOV® Varistor can be used to shunt the initial surge around the Switching device, precharging the capacitor to a safe value. The Varistor will not affect circuit operation at times other than at initial turn-on because it draws extremely little current at a voltage of V IN .- V OUT. Applied in this manner, the GE-MOV® Varistor can offer important protection for a line operated power supply.

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GE-MOV® VARISTOR
PUR NO. 200.60 200.72 200.73 200.77 201.28 660.30 660.32 451.133 GE-MOV Varistors Voltage Transient Suppressors

APPLICATION
TITLE

NOTES

Using GE-MOV Varistors to Extend Contact Life Testing GE-MOV Varistors Detecting & Suppressing Nanosecond Wide Spikes with GE-MOV® Varistors Energy Dissipation in GE-MOV® Varistors for Various Pulse Shapes Six Ways to Control Voltage Transients, Reprint from Electronic Design Transient Suppression ... Don't Make The Cure Worse Than The Disease, Reprint from Machine Design Transient Voltage Suppression Manual

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