Bourns has introduced the MOV‑07DxxxKC, MOV‑10DxxxKC, MOV‑14DxxxKC, and MOV‑20DxxxKC Series metal oxide varistors. These are a family of radial‑leaded transient voltage suppressors designed for high‑energy and high‑surge overvoltage protection in line‑voltage systems.
The series spans 7 mm, 10 mm, 14 mm, and 20 mm disc sizes. Copper‑based electrode construction enables surge and energy performance comparable to traditional silver‑electrode MOVs while supporting cost‑optimized designs. Multiple disc diameters and lead configurations allow protection levels to be scaled without redesigning the surrounding circuit.
Tomaz Bojko, Product Line Manager for MOVs at Bourns, said: “Line‑voltage protection circuits are increasingly expected to withstand higher surge stress while remaining cost‑controlled in volume production. The MOV-07DxxxKC, MOV-10DxxxKC, MOV-14DxxxKC and MOV-20DxxxKC Series maintain the surge current and energy ratings designers expect from established MOV technologies, while the copper‑electrode construction supports competitive cost structures across multiple disc sizes and voltage ratings.”
Target applications include AC power supplies, power distribution systems, line‑voltage protection circuits, telecommunications equipment, and white goods and household appliances.
The MOV‑07DxxxKC, MOV‑10DxxxKC, MOV‑14DxxxKC, and MOV‑20DxxxKC Series metal oxide varistors are available through Bourns’ authorized distribution network. Full specifications and ordering information are available at www.bourns.com. Samples may be requested through Bourns Customer Service.
