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Metal Oxide Varistors
RGA Varistor
Varistor’s are voltage dependent, nonlinear devices which have an electrical behavior similar to back-to-back zener diodes. RGA series zinc oxide varistors are nonlinear resistors, consisting mainly of zinc oxide and several kinds of metal oxide additives. They are bilateral and symmetrical V-1 characteristics curve and unparalleled large peak current capabilities are used for absorption of transient voltage, suppression of pulse noise and circuit voltage stabilization.
Features
• Fast response • Excellent voltage ratio • High stabilization for circuit voltage • Unparalleled absorption for transient voltage characteristics • Bilateral and symmetrical V-1 characteristics curve
Applications
• Surge Protection in consumer electronics – industrial electronics – telephone and telecommunication systems – automobile equipment – measuring and controller systems – electronic home appliances – gas and petroleum appliances
• Absorptio.