SL22 30005-A

Inrush Current Limiters (ICL) Overview

The Vishay Ametherm SL2230005A is a Negative Temperature Coefficient (NTC) thermistor designed as an inrush current limiter. It features a nominal resistance of 30 Ohms at 25°C with a tolerance of ±20%. The component supports a maximum steady-state current of 5 A and has a disc diameter of 0.866 inches (22.00 mm).

Inrush Current Limiters (ICL) Feature Summary

• Provides effective limitation of high inrush currents to protect sensitive components in switching power supplies.
• Features radial leads for through-hole mounting on printed circuit boards.

Inrush Current Limiters (ICL) Applications

• Switching power supply input stages
• Transformer protection from inrush current
• General electronic equipment requiring surge suppression

Inrush Current Limiters (ICL) Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'A' against manufacturer documentation, as it may indicate a distinct variant or packaging configuration compared to the standard SL2230005. Confirm RoHS compliance status and ensure the lead spacing matches the target PCB layout requirements before finalizing procurement orders.

Inrush Current Limiters (ICL) Selection Notes

Select this component based on the required 30 Ohm initial resistance and 5 A steady-state current rating. Ensure the application voltage does not exceed the device's maximum limits and that the thermal environment allows for proper self-heating characteristics during operation.

Inrush Current Limiters (ICL) Part Context

This part belongs to the SL22 series of inrush current limiters manufactured by Vishay Ametherm. The series utilizes NTC thermistor technology to provide robust protection against electrical surges in various industrial and commercial electronic applications.

Inrush Current Limiters (ICL) Replacement Considerations

SL2230005 is the base model within the same series. Verify if the 'A' suffix denotes a specific certification or packaging difference before substituting.