N13SP020M

Inrush Current Limiters (ICL) Overview

The N13SP020M is a Negative Temperature Coefficient (NTC) thermistor from the YAGEO SP series, designed for inrush current limiting applications. It features a nominal resistance of 20 Ohms with a tolerance of ±20%. The component has a power rating of 3 W and a current rating of 3 A. It operates within a temperature range of -40°C to +200°C. The physical dimensions include a diameter of 16 mm and a width of 6 mm, with a radial lead spacing of 7.5 mm. It utilizes PCB mount installation and is supplied in bulk packaging.

Inrush Current Limiters (ICL) Feature Summary

• Effectively restrains electrical surge currents during system startup
• Maintains low power loss under stable operating conditions
• Provides wide over-current control range with fast response characteristics

Inrush Current Limiters (ICL) Applications

• Inrush current limiting in electronic circuits
• Surge protection for power supply inputs
• Temperature compensation in high-power devices

Inrush Current Limiters (ICL) Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix and package variant against the official YAGEO datasheet to ensure compatibility with design requirements. Confirm RoHS compliance status and environmental certifications prior to integration. Check for regional distribution restrictions or limited availability notices from authorized suppliers before finalizing procurement plans.

Inrush Current Limiters (ICL) Selection Notes

Select this component based on the required 20 Ohm resistance and 3 A current handling capacity. Ensure the thermal environment supports the specified -40°C to +200°C operating range. Verify that the 16 mm diameter and 7.5 mm lead spacing fit the printed circuit board layout constraints for radial mounting.

Inrush Current Limiters (ICL) Part Context

This part belongs to the YAGEO SP series of NTC thermistors, specialized for inrush current limiting. It complements other variants in the series such as N08SP020M-F and N13SP008M-F, offering different resistance and current ratings while maintaining similar form factors and application profiles for surge suppression tasks.

Inrush Current Limiters (ICL) Replacement Considerations

N13SP020M-F is a verified substitute within the same series offering identical functional specifications.