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MHS Varistor Series
Description
The Multilayer High–Speed MHS Series is a very-low
capacitance extension to the Littelfuse ML family of
transient voltage surge suppression devices available in an
0402 and 0603–size surface mount chip.
Their small size is ideal for high–density printed circuit
boards, being typically applied to protect intergrated
circuits and other sensitive components. They are
particularly well suited to suppress ESD events including
those specified in IEC 61000-4-2 or other standards used
for Electromagnetic Compliance (EMC) testing.
Size Table
Metric
EIA
0402
1608
0603
The MHS Series is manufactured from semiconducting
ceramics and is supplied in a leadless, surface mount
package. The MHS Series is also compatible with modern
reflow and wave soldering prcesses.
Littelfuse Inc. manufactures other multilayer varistor series
products, see the ML, MLE, MLN and AUML Series data
sheets.
Applications
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MHS Varistor Series
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MHS Series
The MHS Series provides protection from ESD and EFT in
high–speed data line and other high frequency applications.
The low capacitance of the MHS Series permits usage
in analog or digital circuits where it will not attenuate or
distort the desired signal or data.
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Surface Mount Multilayer Varistors (MLVs) > MHS Series
Device Ratings and Specifications
Performance Specifications (25 ºC)
Maximum
Clamping
Voltage At
1A (8X20μs)
Part
Number
Typical
Typical Leakage
Typical
Inductance
Current at Specified Capacitance at
(from Impedance
DC Voltage
1MHz (1V p-p)
Analysis)
3.5V
5.5V
C (Note 4)
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MAX
Maximum ESD Clamp
Voltage (Note 1)
8kV Contact (Note 2)
Clamp
15kV AIR (Note 3)
Clamp
(Vc)
(V)
(V)
(μA)
(μA)
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Standby Current at Normalized Varistor Voltage and
Temperature
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peak surge current and energy ratings must be reduced as
shown below.
PERCENT OF RATED VALUE
100
80
60
40
1.2
NORMALIZED VARISTOR VOLTAGE (V)
Peak Current and Energy Derating Curve
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60
70
80
90
100
110
120
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1
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AMBIENT TEMPERATURE ( oC)
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Insertion Loss (S21) Characteristics
Nominal Voltage Stability to Multiple ESD Impulses
(8kV Contact Discharges per IEC 61000-4-2)
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INSERTION LOSS (dB)
NOMINAL VOLTAGE AT 1mADC
60
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50
40
30
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100
1000
100
1000
10000
FREQUENCY (MHz)
10000
Number of Pulses
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Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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Device Characteristics
Speed of Response
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transient voltage suppressor approaches a linear (ohmic)
relationship and shows a temperature dependent effect.
At or below the maximum working voltage, the suppressor
is in a high resistance model (approaching 106Ω at its
maximum rated working voltage). Leakage currents at
maximum rated voltage are below 100μ"UZQJDBMMZμA;
for 0402 size below 20μ"UZQJDBMMZμA.
The Multilayer Suppressor is a leadless device. Its
response time is not limited by the parasitic lead
inductances found in other surface mount packages.
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such as ESD. Additionally, in “real world” applications,
the associated circuit wiring is often the greatest
factor effecting speed of response. Therefore, transient
suppressor placement within a circuit can be considered
important in certain instances.
Typical Temperature Dependance of the Characteristic
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Multilayer Internal Construction
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SUPPRESSOR CURRENT (ADC)
REGION
GRAINS
Lead (Pb) Soldering Recommendations
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Reflow Solder Profile
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Wave soldering is the most strenuous of the processes.
To avoid the possibility of generating stresses due to
thermal shock, a preheat stage in the soldering process
is recommended, and the peak temperature of the solder
process should be rigidly controlled.
When using a reflow process, care should be taken to
ensure that the MHS chip is not subjected to a thermal
gradient steeper than 4 degrees per second; the ideal
gradient being 2 degrees per second. During the soldering
process, preheating to within 100 degrees of the solder's
peak temperature is essential to minimize thermal shock.
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printed circuit boards being removed from the solder
process and subjected to cleaning solvents at room
temperature. The boards must be allowed to cool gradually
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MHS Series
FIRED CERAMIC
DIELECTRIC
VNOM VALUE AT 25 oC (%)
SUPPRESSOR VOLTAGE IN PERCENT OF
100%
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Lead–free (Pb-free) Soldering Recommendations
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optimum Lead–free solder performance.
Lead–free Re-flow Profile
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flux, but there is a wide selection of pastes and fluxes
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MAXIMUM TEMPERATURE 260˚C
20 - 40 SECONDS WITHIN 5˚C
RAMP RATE
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PREHEAT ZONE
Note: the Lead–free paste, flux and profile were used for
evaluation purposes by Littelfuse, based upon industry
standards and practices. There are multiple choices of all
three available, it is advised that the customer explores the
optimum combination for their process as processes vary
considerably from site to site.
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Dimension
0402 Size
IN
0603 Size
MM
IN
MM
A
0.100
B
0.020
0.030
C
0.024
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0.890
D (max.)
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Part Numbering System
V 0402 MHS 03 N R
PACKING OPTIONS (See quantities in Packaging section)
T = (0603 device only)13in (330mm) Diameter Reel, Plastic Carrier Tape
H = (0603 device only) 7in (178mm) Diameter Reel, Plastic Carrier Tape
R = (available for 0402 and 0603 devices) 7in (178mm) Diameter Reel, Paper Carrier Tape
DEVICE FAMILY
Littelfuse TVSS Device
DEVICE SIZE
0402 = .04 inch x .02 inch
(1.0 mm x 0.5 mm)
0603 = .063 inch x .031 inch
(1.6 mm x 0.8 mm)
END TERMINATION OPTION
N = Nickel Barrier (Ni/Sn)
CAPACITANCE DESIGNATION
03 = 3pF
12 = 12pF
22 = 22pF
SERIES DESIGNATOR
MHS = Multilayer Hi-Speed
Packaging*
Device Size
7 Inch Reel
("H" Option)
MHS Series
Quantity
13 Inch Reel
("T" Option)
7 Inch Reel
("R" Option)
0603
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4,000
0402
not available
not available
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Tape and Reel Specifications
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Dimensions in Millimeters
Description
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