SL1510006

Inrush Current Limiters (ICL) Overview

The SL1510006 is a radial leaded NTC thermistor from the Vishay Ametherm SL15 series, designed for inrush current limiting. It features a nominal resistance of 10 Ohms with a tolerance of ±20%. The component has a steady-state current rating of 6 A and voltage ratings of 115 VAC and 230 VAC. Physical dimensions include a diameter of 15 mm, width of 6 mm, and lead spacing of 7.8 mm. It utilizes kinked leads for PCB mounting.

Inrush Current Limiters (ICL) Feature Summary

• Provides effective limitation of inrush current to protect switching power supply components
• Utilizes negative temperature coefficient (NTC) characteristics for automatic resistance adjustment
• Features UL approval for safety compliance in electronic circuits

Inrush Current Limiters (ICL) Applications

• Switching power supplies
• Electronic circuit protection
• Inrush current limiting applications

Inrush Current Limiters (ICL) Procurement Notes

Verify that the specific part number SL1510006 matches the required 10 Ohm resistance and 6 A current rating for your design. Confirm the radial kinked lead configuration is compatible with your PCB footprint. Ensure the 15 mm diameter fits within the available board space. Cross-reference the datasheet for thermal dissipation requirements under operating conditions.

Inrush Current Limiters (ICL) Selection Notes

Select this component when a 10 Ohm initial resistance is required to limit peak charging currents. The 6 A rating suits moderate power applications. Consider the 15 mm body size for thermal management needs. Verify compatibility with 115 VAC or 230 VAC input systems. The radial package simplifies through-hole assembly processes.

Inrush Current Limiters (ICL) Part Context

This device belongs to the SL15 series of inrush current limiters manufactured by Vishay Ametherm. These components are specialized NTC thermistors engineered specifically for circuit protection roles. The series offers various resistance and current combinations to suit different power levels.

Inrush Current Limiters (ICL) Replacement Considerations

Public confirmed substitute part numbers are not provided in the source documentation.