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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 ...
Electronic Design

Select the Right Varistors for Overvoltage Circuit Protection

Varistors, also called metal-oxide varistors (MOVs), are used to protect sensitive circuits from a variety of overvoltage conditions. Essentially, these voltage-dependent, nonlinear devices have ...
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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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Insulating Surge Arresters with Metal Oxide Varistors (MOV)

The primary defense to protect electrical equipment from over-voltages is surge arresters. These necessary devices hold metal oxide varistors (MOVs) and are rapid response protectors against voltage ...
Electronic Design

Select the Right Varistors for Overvoltage Circuit Protection (.PDF Download)

Varistors, also called metal-oxide varistors (MOVs), are used to protect sensitive circuits from a variety of overvoltage conditions. Essentially, these voltage-dependent, nonlinear devices have ...