Bourns GDT212E Gas Discharge Tube Arrestors
Bourns GDT212E Series High Energy Gas Discharge Tube Arrestors are designed for surge protection with a moisture sensitivity level rated at MSL 1. These tube arrestors come in small surface-mount packages, suitable for high-density applications, and are available in various lead shapes to accommodate different configuration needs. The GDT212E series features a maximum rating of 40kA on an 8/20μs waveform and operates over a wide temperature range from -55°C to +105°C. These tube arrestors are commonly used in telecommunications, power supplies, and data lines for protecting sensitive electronic equipment from high-energy surges and transients.
Features
- Come in small surface mount packages
- Comply with RoHS standards
- Ensure stable performance throughout life
- Fit various configuration requirements with different lead shapes
- Handle high surge current ratings
- Have a moisture sensitivity level of MSL 1
- Maintain low capacitance and insertion loss
- Offer a broad DC breakdown voltage solution
- Operate over a wide temperature range
- Provide fast response time
- UL recognized
Applications
- Industrial equipment
- Power systems
- Surge Protective Devices (SPDs)
Technical Specifications
| Parameters | Values |
|---|---|
| DC breakdown voltage range | 230V to 800V |
| Maximum impulse breakdown voltage range | 1100V to 1500V |
| Minimum insulation resistance | 1GΩ |
| Breakdown time | <100ns |
| Operating temperature range | -55°C to +105°C |
Video
This TTI Tech Specs video for Bourns GDT212E Series High Energy Gas Discharge Tube Arrestors explains that they provide surge protection with a moisture sensitivity level rated at MSL 1. The GDT212E high-energy series handles high surge current ratings while ensuring stable performance throughout life.
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Video Transcript
Every office has that person who daisy chains one too many power strips just to turn the heater on under their desk while their oscillating humidifier rotates back and forth. Meanwhile, everyone waits for the power surge that takes out power in the whole office. Bourns GDT212E Series High Energy Gas Discharge Tube Arrestors provide surge protection with a moisture sensitivity level rated at MSL 1. The GDT212E high-energy series handles high surge current ratings while ensuring stable performance throughout life. The small surface mount package fits various configuration requirements with different lead shapes. Offering a broad DC breakdown voltage solution and fast response time, the GDT212E Series is commonly used in telecommunications, power supplies, and data lines for protecting sensitive electronic equipment from surges and transients. The GDT212E High Energy Gas Discharge Tube Arrestors operate over a wide temperature range, are UL-recognized, and comply with RoHS standards.
