Littelfuse Introduces 871 Series Ultra-High Amperage SMD Fuse for Modern Electronics
By introducing the 871 Series Ultra-High Amperage SMD Fuse, Littelfuse addresses a key challenge in modern electronics
Littelfuse, Inc., a global leader in industrial technology solutions, has launched the 871 Series Ultra-High Amperage SMD Fuse, expanding its lineup of innovative electronic protection components. This new series builds on the success of the company’s 881 Series by offering higher amperage options of 150A and 200A, exceeding the 125A maximum of its predecessor. With these advanced ratings, the 871 Series provides electronics designers with a compact, surface-mounted solution that eliminates the need for parallel fuse configurations, streamlining the design process.
A Breakthrough in SMD Fuse Technology
The 871 Series Fuse is the first small-sized surface-mounted fuse to deliver ultra-high current ratings of 150A and 200A. Traditionally, such high amperage was only possible with larger, through-hole fuses, which consume more space on circuit boards. This advancement offers a much-needed solution for electronic designs requiring high power handling in smaller, more efficient form factors.
Key Features and Benefits of the 871 Series Fuse
- High Amperage Ratings: Supports 150A and 200A, meeting the growing demand for higher power requirements.
- Compact, Space-Saving Design: Reduces the footprint on printed circuit boards (PCBs), making it an ideal choice for compact designs.
- Simplified Design Process: Eliminates the need for multiple fuses connected in parallel, reducing the number of components and simplifying the bill of materials (BOM).
- Optimized Efficiency: Allows engineers to streamline product designs, making them smaller, more reliable, and cost-effective.
Daniel Wang, Senior Director of Product Management at Littelfuse, emphasized the importance of this innovation: “The 871 Series Fuse helps design teams reduce complexity by replacing multiple fuses with a single component, simplifying the BOM and minimizing assembly time. These SMD fuses also save valuable board space, giving engineers more freedom to optimize their designs for smaller, more efficient products.”
Applications and Use Cases
The 871 Series Fuse is designed for high-power applications across a variety of industries:
- Data Centers: Safeguards mission-critical infrastructure by delivering reliable overcurrent protection.
- Network Infrastructure: Ensures stable performance in demanding networking environments.
- Servers and Rack Systems: Supports power management efficiency, contributing to smoother operation and reduced maintenance.
With its high amperage in a small form factor, the 871 Series helps electronics engineers meet challenging power requirements without compromising on space, reliability, or performance.
Availability and Ordering Options
The 871 Series High-Current SMD Fuse is now available in tape-and-reel packaging, with each reel containing 500 units. Engineers and procurement teams can request samples through authorized Littelfuse distributors around the globe.
For a list of distributors and more details, visit the Littelfuse website: Littelfuse.com.
Conclusion: A Game-Changing Solution for Electronics Engineers
By introducing the 871 Series Ultra-High Amperage SMD Fuse, Littelfuse addresses a key challenge in modern electronics—meeting high power demands while minimizing space and simplifying design processes. With its combination of high current ratings, compact size, and ease of integration, this new series is poised to become an essential component for engineers developing products for data centers, network infrastructure, and server systems.
For More Information
For additional product details, visit the 871 Series product page on the Littelfuse website.
Technical Inquiries: Contact John Emmanuel Semana, Product Manager at JSemana@Littelfuse.com.
