The MF72 series 10D-7 is a directly heated, power-type negative temperature coefficient thermistor designed specifically for high inrush current suppression. It provides a rated zero-power resistance of 10Ω ± 20% at startup, tested at 1.5VDC at 25°C, significantly limiting the charging current of large capacitors. Through self-heating, the resistance value steadily decreases to 0.77Ω residual resistance, optimizing the balance between startup protection and steady-state power consumption.
The material constant B value reaches 2700K ± 10%, ensuring consistent response over a wide temperature range of -40°C to +150°C. Regarding thermal characteristics, the product of a thermal time constant of approximately 30 seconds and a dissipation factor of approximately 9mW/°C equals 270mJ/°C, providing reliable surge protection and supporting loads of 100μF capacitors in 240V systems or 390μF capacitors in 120V systems.
This device has passed IEC68-2-20/21 mechanical strength certification, meeting 1000-hour 1A load life testing and 93% RH humidity resistance verification. It is suitable for high-reliability applications such as medical equipment power supplies, precision instrument power supply modules, security systems, and outdoor lighting drivers, ensuring long-term stable operation of sensitive electronic systems.
The compact 9mm diameter x 5mm thick package utilizes phenolic resin and CP wire leads, and is compatible with four industry-standard lead configurations: inward-curved, outward-curved, side-curved, and straight-curved.