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Metal Oxide Varistor (MOV): An Introduction

What is a metal oxide varistor? The Metal Oxide Varistor or MOV is a voltage dependent, nonlinear device that provides excellent transient voltage suppression. The Metal Oxide Varistor is designed to ...
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Metal-oxide varistor series is rated from 18 to 1,800 V

Menlo Park, Calif. – The ROV series of metal-oxide varistors from Raychem Circuit Protection is available in diameters of 5 to 20 mm and rated from 18 to 1,800 volts. High current-handling and energy ...
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Select the Right Varistors for Overvoltage Circuit Protection

Though MOVs are relatively simple devices, choosing the right one requires some knowledge. Varistors, also called metal-oxide varistors (MOVs), are used to protect sensitive circuits from a variety of ...
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Selecting Protection Devices: TVS Diodes vs. Metal-Oxide Varistors

Silicon diodes and metal-oxide Varistors are used to protect delicate circuit components from electrostatic discharge (ESD) or other transient events. These guidelines can be used when comparing two ...