EPCOS developed the B59602 and B59603 series as PTC SMD Thermistors for thermal management in LED driver circuits. Constructed as ceramic PTC SMD thermistors, the B59602 and B59603 series feature a fast and reliable response and well defined R/T curves with a maximum operating voltage of 32V DC, operating temperature range -40°C to +125°C, response temperature range of 55⁰C to 105⁰C, resistance at 25⁰C (R25) range of 110Ω- 470Ω, and resistance tolerance of 15%. Compliant to RoHS directive 2002/95/EC, complete with lead-free tinned terminations, and suitable for reflow soldering, the EPCOS PTC SMD Thermistors for thermal management in LED driver circuits are also suited for applications such as DC/DC converters, home appliances, dimmers, electronic ballasts, over-temperature protection of power components, secondary protection of battery packs, SMPS, and notebooks.

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