Circuit Protectors Enable Safer Use Of Universal Chargers

Delivering 30% higher surge protection in a 55% smaller package, ESDA8V2-1MX2 device protects handsets against the performance uncertainties of proposed universal chargers while supporting objectives to reduce the number of battery chargers discarded
Oct. 8, 2008
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Delivering 30% higher surge protection in a 55% smaller package, ESDA8V2-1MX2 device protects handsets against the performance uncertainties of proposed universal chargers while supporting objectives to reduce the number of battery chargers discarded with portable devices. The ESDA8V2-1MX2 measures 1 mm x 1.45 mm with a profile of 0.55mm, a 55% smaller package when compared to 0.7 mm or 1 mm for typical alternative devices. According to the company, the device also racks up a 50% reduction in leakage current. Available now, price is $0.11 each/10,000. STMICROELECTRONICS, Lexington, MA. (888) 787-3550.

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