PTC thermistors as limit temperature sensors SMD, EIA case sizes 0603 and 0805, standard series Series/Type: Date: November 2010 © EPCOS AG 2010. Reproduction, publication and dissemination of this publication, enclosures hereto and the information contained therein without EPCOS' prior express consent is prohibited. Sensors Limit temperature sensors, EIA sizes 0603 and 0805 Standard series Applications DC/DC converters Home appliances Dimmers Electronic ballasts Over-temperature protection of power components Secondary protection of battery packs SMPS Notebooks Features Fast and reliable response Suitable for reflow soldering only Compliant to RoHS directive 2002/95/EC UL approval to UL1434 for B59601A* and B59604* (file number E69802) Lead-free tinned terminations Options Other Tsense or resistance values on request Delivery mode Blister tape (case size 0805) or cardboard tape (case size 0603), 180-mm reel with 8-mm tape, taping to IEC 60286-3 Packing unit: 4.000 pcs. General technical data Max. operating voltage Minimum operating temperature Maximum operating temperature Please read Cautions and warnings and Important notes at the end of this document. (V ≤ Vmax) (V ≤ Vmax) Page 2 of 26 Vmax Tmin Tmax 32 40 125 °C or Tsense,1 +25 °C whichever is higher V DC °C °C Sensors Limit temperature sensors, EIA sizes 0603 and 0805 Electrical specifications and ordering codes Case size 0603 RR (V ≤ Vmax) Ω ∆RR % Tsense,1 (@ 4.7 kΩ) °C R (Tsense,1 +10 °C) kΩ Ordering code EIA case size 0603, standard types 470 ±50 75 ±5 B59601A0075A062 470 ±50 85 ±5 B59601A0085A062 470 ±50 95 ±5 B59601A0095A062 470 ±50 105 ±5 B59601A0105A062 470 ±50 115 ±5 B59601A0115A062 470 ±50 125 ±5 B59601A0125A062 470 ±50 135 ±5 B59601A0135A062 EIA case size 0603, tight temperature tolerance types 470 ±50 75 ±3 B59601A0075B062 470 ±50 85 ±3 ≥ 15 B59601A0085B062 470 ±50 95 ±3 ≥ 40 B59601A0095B062 470 ±50 105 ±3 ≥ 40 B59601A0105B062 470 ±50 115 ±3 ≥ 40 B59601A0115B062 470 ±50 125 ±3 ≥ 40 B59601A0125B062 470 ±50 135 ±3 ≥ 40 B59601A0135B062 Note: In order to limit self heating effects the electrical power during measurement should be below 4 mW for case size 0603. Please read Cautions and warnings and Important notes at the end of this document. Page 3 of 26 Sensors Limit temperature sensors, EIA sizes 0603 and 0805 Electrical specifications and ordering codes Case size 0603 and 0805 RR (V ≤ Vmax) Ω ∆RR Tsense % °C R R R Ordering code (Tsense,1 5°C) (Tsense,1 +5°C) (Tsense,1 +15°C) kΩ kΩ kΩ EIA case size 0603, high ohmic types 10000 ±50 120 ≤ 4700 ≥ 4700 B59604A0085A062 10000 ±50 130 ≤ 4700 ≥ 4700 B59604A0090A062 EIA case size 0603, tight resistance tolerance types 110 ±15 70 ≤ 1.1 ≥ 1.1 B59602A0055B062 470 ±15 55 ≤ 4.7 ≥ 4.7 B59603A0055A062 470 ±15 85 ≤ 4.7 ≥ 4.7 B59603A0085A062 470 ±15 105 ≤ 4.7 ≥ 4.7 B59603A0105A062 EIA case size 0805, standard types 680 ±50 70 ≤ 5.7 ≥ 5.7 ≥ 401) B59701A0070A062 680 ±50 90 ≤ 5.5 ≥ 13.3 ≥ 40 B59701A0090A062 680 ±50 100 ≤ 5.5 ≥ 13.3 ≥ 40 B59701A0100A062 680 ±50 110 ≤ 5.5 ≥ 13.3 ≥ 40 B59701A0110A062 680 ±50 120 ≤ 5.5 ≥ 13.3 ≥ 40 B59701A0120A062 680 ±50 130 ≤ 5.5 ≥ 13.3 ≥ 40 B59701A0130A062 680 ±50 140 ≤ 5.5 ≥ 13.3 ≥ 40 B59701A0140A062 Note: In order to limit self heating effects the electrical power during measurement should be below 4 mW for case size 0603 and below 6 mW for case size 0805. 1) R (Tsense,1 +25 °C) Please read Cautions and warnings and Important notes at the end of this document. Page 4 of 26 Sensors Limit temperature sensors, EIA sizes 0603 and 0805 Dimensional drawings in mm EIA case size 0603 Solder pad EIA case size 0805 Solder pad Recommended maximum dimensions (mm) Please read Cautions and warnings and Important notes at the end of this document. Page 5 of 26 Standard series Sensors Limit temperature sensors, EIA sizes 0603 and 0805 Characteristics (typical) for type A601 PTC resistance RPTC versus PTC temperature TPTC (measured at low signal voltage) Please read Cautions and warnings and Important notes at the end of this document. Page 6 of 26 Standard series Sensors Limit temperature sensors, EIA sizes 0603 and 0805 Characteristics (typical) for type A601 PTC resistance RPTC versus PTC temperature TPTC (measured at low signal voltage) Please read Cautions and warnings and Important notes at the end of this document. Page 7 of 26 Standard series Sensors Limit temperature sensors, EIA sizes 0603 and 0805 Characteristics (typical) for type A604 PTC resistance RPTC versus PTC temperature TPTC (measured at low signal voltage) Please read Cautions and warnings and Important notes at the end of this document. Page 8 of 26 Standard series Sensors Limit temperature sensors, EIA sizes 0603 and 0805 Characteristics (typical) for type A602 and A603 PTC resistance RPTC versus PTC temperature TPTC (measured at low signal voltage) Please read Cautions and warnings and Important notes at the end of this document. Page 9 of 26 Standard series Sensors Limit temperature sensors, EIA sizes 0603 and 0805 Characteristics (typical) for type A603 PTC resistance RPTC versus PTC temperature TPTC (measured at low signal voltage) Please read Cautions and warnings and Important notes at the end of this document. Page 10 of 26 Standard series Sensors Limit temperature sensors, EIA sizes 0603 and 0805 Characteristics (typical) for type A701 PTC resistance RPTC versus PTC temperature TPTC (measured at low signal voltage) Please read Cautions and warnings and Important notes at the end of this document. Page 11 of 26 Standard series Sensors Limit temperature sensors, EIA sizes 0603 and 0805 Characteristics (typical) for type A701 PTC resistance RPTC versus PTC temperature TPTC (measured at low signal voltage) Please read Cautions and warnings and Important notes at the end of this document. Page 12 of 26 Standard series Sensors Limit temperature sensors, EIA sizes 0603 and 0805 Standard series Reliability data Test Electrical endurance, cycling Electrical endurance, constant Standard IEC 60738-1 Damp heat IEC 60738-1 Rapid change of temperature IEC 60738-1 Vibration IEC 60738-1 Bump IEC 60738-1 IEC 60738-1 Test conditions Room temperature: Ismax , Vmax; Number of cycles: 100 Storage at Vmax/Top T = 85 °C Test duration : 1000 h Temperature of air: 40 °C Relative humidity of air: 93% Duration: 56 days Test according to IEC 60068-2-78 TLCT = 25 °C, TUCT = 125 °C Number of cycles: 5 Test duration: 30 min Test according to IEC 60068-2-14, Test Na Frequency: 10 - 55 - 10 Hz Displacement amplitude: 0.75 mm Test duration: 3 × 2 h Test according to IEC 60028-2-6, Test Fc Pulse shape: half-sine Acceleration: 50g Pulse duration: 1ms; 6 x 3 pulses Test according to IEC 60068-2-29 Dry heat: TUCT = 125 °C Test duration: 16 h Damp heat first cycle Cold: TLCT = 25 °C Test duration: 2 h Damp heat 5 cycles Tests performed according to IEC 60068-2-30 Bending test EN 130000/4.35 Components reflow-soldered to test board Maximum bendig: 2 mm Adhesive strength on Shearing of the component soldered on PCB PCB by a force of 5 N is normal to components longitudinal axis Climatic sequence IEC 60738-1 Please read Cautions and warnings and Important notes at the end of this document. Page 13 of 26 ∆R25/R25 < 20% < 25% < 10% < 10% < 5% < 5% < 10% < 5% No visible damage Sensors Limit temperature sensors, EIA sizes 0603 and 0805 Standard series Mounting instructions 1 Soldering 1.1 Leaded PTC thermistors Leaded PTC thermistors follow the solderability requirements of IEC 60068-2-20. During soldering, care must be taken that the thermistors are not damaged by excessive heat. The following maximum temperatures, maximum time spans and minimum distances have to be observed: Solderability Resistance to soldering heat Solder containing lead (SnPb 60/40) Solder bath temperature 230 °C Soldering time 3 s Soldering iron temperature 350 °C Soldering time 3 s Lead-free solder (Sn96.5Ag3Cu0.5) Solder bath temperature 245 °C Soldering time 3 s Solder bath temperature 260 °C Soldering time 10 s Distance to thermistor has to be ≥6 mm. Under more severe soldering conditions the resistance may change. Soldering conditions for wave soldering are given in chapter 1.4.1. 1.2 Leadless PTC thermistors In case of PTC thermistors without leads, soldering is restricted to devices which are provided with a solderable metallization. The temperature shock caused by the application of hot solder may produce fine cracks in the ceramic, resulting in changes in resistance. In addition, soldering methods should be employed which permit short soldering times. Soldering conditions for wave soldering are given in chapter 1.4.1. 1.3 SMD PTC thermistors The notes on soldering leadless thermistors also apply to the SMD versions (refer to IEC 60068-2-58). Soldering conditions for wave soldering are given in chapter 1.4.1., for reflow soldering in chapter 1.4.2. 1.3.1 Chrome/nickel/tin terminations (Sizes 0402, 0603, 0805, 1210) As shown in the figure above, the terminations consists of three metallic layers. A primary chrome layer provides for good electrical contact. "Leaching" is prevented by a nickel barrier layer. The outer tin coating prevents corrosion of the nickel and ensures good component solderability. Please read Cautions and warnings and Important notes at the end of this document. Page 14 of 26 Sensors Limit temperature sensors, EIA sizes 0603 and 0805 1.3.2 Standard series Test methods for wetting and resistance to soldering heat a) Solder bath method according to IEC 60068-2-58 Applicable for SMD components with wire or tag terminations. In case the SMD-component does not have a completely closed housing, only the wires or tags may be immersed into the solder bath. Wetting test Resistance to soldering heat Lead-free solder (Sn96.5Ag3Cu0.5) Bath temperature 250 °C Soldering time 3 s Bath temperature 260 °C Soldering time 10 s Solder containing lead (SnPb 60/40) Bath temperature 215 °C Soldering time 3 s Bath temperature 260 °C Soldering time 10 s b) Solder reflow method according to IEC 60068-2-58 Applicable for chip-style SMD components. Reflow temperature profile is stated in IEC 60068-2-58, 8.1.2.1 for wetting test and 8.1.2.2 for resistance to soldering heat test. Wetting test Resistance to soldering heat Lead-free solder (Sn96.5Ag3Cu0.5) Peak temperature 225 ... 235 °C Duration maximum 20 s Peak temperature 245 ... 255 °C Duration maximum 20 s Please read Cautions and warnings and Important notes at the end of this document. Solder containing lead (SnPb 60/40) Peak temperature 215 °C Duration maximum 10 s Peak temperature 235 °C Duration maximum 30 s Page 15 of 26 Sensors Limit temperature sensors, EIA sizes 0603 and 0805 1.3.3 Standard series Placement and orientation of SMDs on PCB a) Component placement It is recommended that the PC board should be held by means of some adequate supporting pins such as shown left to prevent the SMDs from being damaged or cracked. b) Cracks When placing a component near an area which is apt to bend or a grid groove on the PC board, it is advisable to have both electrodes subjected to uniform stress, or to position the component's electrodes at right angles to the grid groove or bending line. c) Component orientation Choose a mounting position that minimizes the stress imposed on the chip during flexing or bending of the board. Please read Cautions and warnings and Important notes at the end of this document. Page 16 of 26 Sensors Limit temperature sensors, EIA sizes 0603 and 0805 1.4 Soldering profiles 1.4.1 Wave soldering Standard series Recommended temperature profile for wave soldering following IEC 61760-1. Applicable for leaded PTCs and selected SMD PTCs (case sizes 3225 and 4032 as well as superior series for case sizes 0402, 0603 and 0805 limit temperature sensors). Please read Cautions and warnings and Important notes at the end of this document. Page 17 of 26 Sensors Limit temperature sensors, EIA sizes 0603 and 0805 1.4.2 Standard series Reflow soldering Recommended temperature characteristic for reflow soldering following JEDEC J-STD-020D Profile feature Preheat and soak - Temperature min - Temperature max - Time Average ramp-up rate Liquidous temperature Time at liquidous Peak package body temperature Time (tP)3) within 5 °C of specified classification temperature (Tc) Average ramp-down rate Time 25 °C to peak temperature Tsmin Tsmax tsmin to tsmax Tsmax to Tp TL tL Tp1) Tp to Tsmax Sn-Pb eutectic assembly Pb-free assembly 100 °C 150 °C 60 ... 120 s 3 °C/ s max. 183 °C 60 ... 150 s 220 °C ... 235 °C2) 150 °C 200 °C 60 ... 180 s 3 °C/ s max. 217 °C 60 ... 150 s 245 °C ... 260 °C2) 20 s3) 30 s3) 6 °C/ s max. maximum 6 min 6 °C/ s max. maximum 8 min 1) Tolerance for peak profile temperature (TP) is defined as a supplier minimum and a user maximum. 2) Depending on package thickness. For details please refer to JEDEC J-STD-020D. 3) Tolerance for time at peak profile temperature (tP) is defined as a supplier minimum and a user maximum. Note: All temperatures refer to topside of the package, measured on the package body surface. Number of reflow cycles: 3 Please read Cautions and warnings and Important notes at the end of this document. Page 18 of 26 Sensors Limit temperature sensors, EIA sizes 0603 and 0805 Standard series 1.4.3 Solder joint profiles for PTC theristors with chrome/nickel/tin terminations 2 Storage of PTC thermistors PTC thermistors should be soldered after shipment from EPCOS within the time specified: Use thermistor within the following period after delivery: Through-hole devices (housed and leaded PTCs) Motor protection sensors, glass-encapsulated sensors and probe assemblies Telecom pair and quattro protectors (TPP, TQP) Leadless PTC thermistors for pressure contacting Leadless PTC thermistors for soldering SMDs in EIA sizes 3225 and 4032, and for PTCs with metal tags SMDs in EIA sizes 0402, 0603, 0805 and 1210 24 months 24 months 24 months 12 months 6 months 24 months 12 months The parts are to be left in the original packing. Storage temperature: Relative humidity: 25 ... + 45 °C ≤ 75% annual average, ≤ 95% on 30 days in a year The solderability of the external electrodes may be deteriorated if SMDs are stored where they are exposed to high humidity, dust or harmful gas (hydrogen chloride, sulfuric acid gas or hydrogen sulfide). Please read Cautions and warnings and Important notes at the end of this document. Page 19 of 26 Sensors Limit temperature sensors, EIA sizes 0603 and 0805 Standard series Do not store SMDs where they are exposed to heat or direct sunlight. Otherwise, the packing material may be deformed or SMDs may stick together, causing problems during mounting. After opening the factory seals, such as polyvinyl-sealed packages, it is recommended to use the components as soon as possible. 3 Conductive adhesion An alternative to soldering is the gluing of thermistors with conductive adhesives. The benfit of this method is that it involves no thermal stress. The adhesives used must be chemically inert and suitable for the temperatures arising at the surface of the termistor. 4 Clamp contacting Pressure contacting by springs is required for applications involving frequent switching and high turn-on powers. Soldering is not allowed for such applications in order to avoid operational failure in the long term. PTC thermistors for heating and motor starting have metallized surfaces for clamp contacting. 5 Robustness of terminations The leads meet the requirements of IEC 60068-2-21. They may not be bent closer than 4 mm from the solder joint on the thermistor body or from the point at which they leave the feedthroughs. During bending, any mechanical stress at the outlet of the leads must be removed. The bending radius should be at least 0.75 mm. Tensile strength: Test Ua1: Leads ∅ ≤ 0.5 mm = 5 N ∅ > 0.5 mm = 10 N Bending strength: Test Ub: Two 90°-bends in opposite directions at a weight of 0.25 kg. Torsional strength: Test Uc: severity 2 The lead is bent by 90° at a distance of 6 to 6.5 mm from the thermistor body. The bending radius of the leads should be approx. 0.75 mm. Two torsions of 180° each (severity 2). Please read Cautions and warnings and Important notes at the end of this document. Page 20 of 26 Sensors Limit temperature sensors, EIA sizes 0603 and 0805 Standard series When subjecting leads to mechanical stress, the following should be observed: Tensile stress on leads During mounting and operation tensile forces on the leads are to be avoided. Bending of leads Bending of the leads directly on the thermistor body is not permissible. A lead may be bent at a minimum distance of twice the wire's diameter +2 mm from the solder joint on the thermistor body. During bending the wire must be mechanically relieved at its outlet. The bending radius should be at least 0.75 mm. Twisting of leads The twisting (torsion) by 180° of a lead bent by 90° is permissible at 6 mm from the bottom of the thermistor body. 6 Sealing and potting When thermistors are sealed or potted, there must be no mechanical stress through differing thermal expansion in the curing process and during later operation. In the curing process the upper category temperature of the thermistor must not be exceeded. It is also necessary to ensure that the potting compound is chemically inert. Sealing and potting compounds may degenerate the titanate ceramic of PTC thermistors and lead to the formation of low-ohmic conduction bridges. In conjunction with a change in dissipation conditions due to the potting compound, local overheating may finally damage the thermistor. Therefore sealing and potting should be avoided whenever possible. 7 Cleaning You may use common cleaners based on organic solvents (eg dowanol or alcohol) to clean ceramic and solder joints. For sufficient cleaning flux must be completely removed. Solvents may cause plastic encapsulations to swell or detach. So be sure to check the suitability of a solvent before using it. Caution is required with ultrasonic processes. If the sound power is too high, for example, it can degrade the adhesive strength of the terminal metallization or couse the encapsulation to detach. After cleaning drying is promptly necessary. Please read Cautions and warnings and Important notes at the end of this document. Page 21 of 26 Sensors Limit temperature sensors, EIA sizes 0603 and 0805 Standard series Cautions and warnings General EPCOS thermistors are designed for specific applications and should not be used for purposes not identified in our specifications, application notes and data books unless otherwise agreed with EPCOS during the design-in-phase. Ensure suitability of thermistor through reliability testing during the design-in phase. The thermistors should be evaluated taking into consideration worst-case conditions. Storage Store thermistors only in original packaging. Do not open the package before storage. Storage conditions in original packaging: storage temperature 25 °C ... +45 °C, relative humidity ≤75% annual mean, maximum 95%, dew precipitation is inadmissible. Avoid contamination of thermistors surface during storage, handling and processing. Avoid storage of thermistor in harmful environment with effect on function on long-term operation (examples given under operation precautions). Use thermistor within the following period after delivery: Through-hole devices (housed and leaded PTCs): 24 months Motor protection sensors, glass-encapsulated sensors and probe assemblies: 24 months Telecom pair and quattro protectors (TPP, TQP): 24 months Leadless PTC thermistors for pressure contacting: 12 months Leadless PTC thermistors for soldering: 6 months SMDs in EIA sizes 3225 and 4032, and for PTCs with metal tags: 24 months SMDs in EIA sizes 0402, 0603, 0805 and 1210: 12 months Handling PTCs must not be dropped. Chip-offs must not be caused during handling of PTCs. Components must not be touched with bare hands. Gloves are recommended. Avoid contamination of thermistor surface during handling. Soldering (where applicable) Use rosin-type flux or non-activated flux. Insufficient preheating may cause ceramic cracks. Rapid cooling by dipping in solvent is not recommended. Complete removal of flux is recommended. Standard PTC heaters are not suitable for soldering. Please read Cautions and warnings and Important notes at the end of this document. Page 22 of 26 Sensors Limit temperature sensors, EIA sizes 0603 and 0805 Standard series Mounting Electrode must not be scratched before/during/after the mounting process. Contacts and housing used for assembly with thermistor have to be clean before mounting. Especially grease or oil must be removed. When PTC thermistors are encapsulated with sealing material, the precautions given in chapter "Mounting instructions", "Sealing and potting" must be observed. When the thermistor is mounted, there must not be any foreign body between the electrode of the thermistor and the clamping contact. The minimum force of the clamping contacts pressing against the PTC must be 10 N. During operation, the thermistor’s surface temperature can be very high. Ensure that adjacent components are placed at a sufficient distance from the thermistor to allow for proper cooling at the thermistors. Ensure that adjacent materials are designed for operation at temperatures comparable to the surface temperature of thermistor. Be sure that surrounding parts and materials can withstand this temperature. Avoid contamination of thermistor surface during processing. Operation Use thermistors only within the specified temperature operating range. Use thermistors only within the specified voltage and current ranges. Environmental conditions must not harm the thermistors. Use thermistors only in normal atmospheric conditions. Avoid use in deoxidizing gases (chlorine gas, hydrogen sulfide gas, ammonia gas, sulfuric acid gas etc), corrosive agents, humid or salty conditions. Contact with any liquids and solvents should be prevented. Be sure to provide an appropriate fail-safe function to prevent secondary product damage caused by abnormal function (e.g. use VDR for limitation of overvoltage condition). Please read Cautions and warnings and Important notes at the end of this document. Page 23 of 26 Sensors Limit temperature sensors, EIA sizes 0603 and 0805 Symbols and terms A Cth f I Imax IR IPTC Ir Ir,oil Ir,air IRMS IS ISmax LCT N Nc Nf P P25 Pel Pdiss RG Rmin RR ∆RR RP RPTC Rref RS R25 R25,match ∆R25 T t TA ta TC Area Heat capacity Frequency Current Maximum current Rated current PTC current Residual currrent Residual currrent in oil (for level sensors) Residual currrent in air (for level sensors) Root-mean-square value of current Switching current Maximum switching current Lower category temperature Number (integer) Operating cycles at Vmax, charging of capacitor Switching cycles at Vmax, failure mode Power Maximum power at 25 °C Electrical power Dissipation power Generator internal resistance Minimum resistance Rated resistance Tolerance of RR Parallel resistance PTC resistance Reference resistance Series resistance Resistance at 25 °C Resistance matching per reel/ packing unit at 25 °C Tolerance of R25 Temperature Time Ambient temperature Thermal threshold time Ferroelectric Curie temperature Please read Cautions and warnings and Important notes at the end of this document. Page 24 of 26 Sensors Limit temperature sensors, EIA sizes 0603 and 0805 tE TR Tsense Top TPTC tR Tref TRmin tS Tsurf UCT V or Vel VRMS VBD Vins Vlink,max Vmax Vmax,dyn Vmeas Vmeas,max VR VPTC Settling time (for level sensors) Rated temperature Sensing temperature Operating temperature PTC temperature Response time Reference temperature Temperature at minimum resistance Switching time Surface temperature Upper category temperature Voltage (with subscript only for distinction from volume) Root-mean-square value of voltage Breakdown voltage Insulation test voltage Maximum link voltage Maximum operating voltage Maximum dynamic (short-time) operating voltage Measuring voltage Maximum measuring voltage Rated voltage Voltage drop across a PTC thermistor α ∆ δth τth λ Temperature coefficient Tolerance, change Dissipation factor Thermal cooling time constant Failure rate Lead spacing (in mm) Abbreviations / Notes Surface-mount devices * To be replaced by a number in ordering codes, type designations etc. + To be replaced by a letter All dimensions are given in mm. The commas used in numerical values denote decimal points. Please read Cautions and warnings and Important notes at the end of this document. Page 25 of 26 Important notes The following applies to all products named in this publication: 1. Some parts of this publication contain statements about the suitability of our products for certain areas of application. These statements are based on our knowledge of typical requirements that are often placed on our products in the areas of application concerned. We nevertheless expressly point out that such statements cannot be regarded as binding statements about the suitability of our products for a particular customer application. As a rule, EPCOS is either unfamiliar with individual customer applications or less familiar with them than the customers themselves. For these reasons, it is always ultimately incumbent on the customer to check and decide whether an EPCOS product with the properties described in the product specification is suitable for use in a particular customer application. 2. We also point out that in individual cases, a malfunction of electronic components or failure before the end of their usual service life cannot be completely ruled out in the current state of the art, even if they are operated as specified. In customer applications requiring a very high level of operational safety and especially in customer applications in which the malfunction or failure of an electronic component could endanger human life or health (e.g. in accident prevention or lifesaving systems), it must therefore be ensured by means of suitable design of the customer application or other action taken by the customer (e.g. installation of protective circuitry or redundancy) that no injury or damage is sustained by third parties in the event of malfunction or failure of an electronic component. 3. The warnings, cautions and product-specific notes must be observed. 4. In order to satisfy certain technical requirements, some of the products described in this publication may contain substances subject to restrictions in certain jurisdictions (e.g. because they are classed as hazardous). Useful information on this will be found in our Material Data Sheets on the Internet (www.epcos.com/material). 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