The News
Vishay BCcomponents has announced a new range of components that integrate two PTC (positive temperature coefficient) thermistors into a single surface-mount package.

Benchmark Telecom PTC's improve on board space up to 65%
In addition to reducing component count, the new 2322 673 xxxxx twin vertical SMD PTC devices can reduce the board space required to implement overload protection in telecommunications applications by up to 65%.

 Matched pair in one package reduces component count and assembly time
 Suitable for fast pick-and-place thanks to limited weight and height
 Ceramic PTC technology for faster response time
 Thermal coupled PTCs for enhanced protection
 Four spaced terminations for heat flow regulation and improved mechanical stability
 Compliant with the enhanced level requirements of ITU-K20-21-45 edition 2003
 Lead (Pb)-free-compatible
 Custom versions available on request

Target Applications
The Vishay BCcomponents twin vertical surface mount PTC thermistors are a space-saving solution for overload protection in telecom applications including telecommunications infrastructure, PABXs and set-top boxes.

The Perspective
These new TWIN Vertical SMD PTC Thermistors redefine benchmarks for PTCs with a complete family of devices that answers the market's demand for cost-effective solutions for the development of designs with limited board space and where stability, fast response and recovery times are required.

Availability
Samples are available now. Lead time for production quantities is 9 weeks.

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