The MF72 12D-9 is a power-type, directly heated, negative temperature coefficient thermistor, primarily used to suppress inrush currents in circuits and protect electronic equipment from damage.
This device offers high power and robust inrush current suppression capabilities in a compact size. Its fast response time, high material constant B value, and low residual resistance ensure long device life and high reliability. The comprehensive product line offers a wide range of applications.
The MF72 12D-9 is suitable for a variety of power supply circuits, including converters, switching power supplies, uninterruptible power supplies, and various heaters. It is also widely used for filament protection in electronic energy-saving lamps, electronic ballasts, various cathode ray tubes, monitors, and other lighting fixtures.
The device has a rated zero-power resistance of 12Ω at 25°C and a maximum steady-state current of 0.66A. Its material constant B value is 2700K, the thermal time constant is approximately 35 seconds, and the thermal dissipation coefficient is approximately 11mW/°C. It operates over a wide temperature range of -40°C to +175°C.