V5.5MLA0603NH LITTELFUSE Varistor (Varistors Chip) In Stock
Littelfuse V5.5MLA0603NH is a multilayer varistor (MLV) with 5.5 V maximum RMS working voltage, 0.1 J energy absorption capacity, and a compact 0603 surface-mount package for ESD and transient surge protection. It provides fast clamping response and RoHS-compliant Pb-free construction for protecting sensitive IC inputs and data lines. Available worldwide with global shipping from authorized distributors.
- Manufacturer
- LITTELFUSE
- Package
- Varistors Chip
- Pin Count
- 2
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- V5.5MLA0603NH Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Varistor
- Price
- From $0.0600(MOQ 1)
- Temp Range
- -40.0°C to 150.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
What are the key features of V5.5MLA0603NH?
- 5.5 V rated multilayer varistor (MLV) in a 0603 SMT package (1.6 mm × 0.8 mm) for space-efficient ESD and transient overvoltage protection on low-voltage IC pins
- 0.1 J energy absorption capacity with fast sub-nanosecond clamping response to protect sensitive CMOS and digital logic inputs from electrostatic discharge events
- RoHS-compliant (JESD-609 e3, Pb-free) and REACH-compliant construction rated for 4 V RMS continuous operation on signal and data bus protection networks
What is V5.5MLA0603NH used for?
The V5.5MLA0603NH is designed for ESD protection on low-voltage data lines, USB and HDMI signal interfaces, and microcontroller I/O pins where transient overvoltage events could damage CMOS logic operating at 3.3 V or 5 V supply rails. Its compact 0603 footprint with 0.1 J energy handling and fast clamping action makes it suitable for board-level ESD protection on portable consumer electronics, industrial communication interfaces, and IoT sensor modules. The 5.5 V maximum working voltage and 4 V RMS rating provide the necessary clamping headroom for 3.3 V and 5 V logic systems while preventing nuisance clamping during normal signal transitions.
What are the specifications of V5.5MLA0603NH?
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| Reach Compliance Code | Compliant |
| YTEOL | 8.25 |
| Circuit RMS Voltage-Max | 4V |
| Energy Absorbing Capacity-Max | 0.1J |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 |
| Mounting Feature | SURFACE MOUNT |
| Package Height | 1mm |
| Package Length | 1.6mm |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR PACKAGE |
| Package Style | SMT |
| Package Width | 0.8mm |
| Packing Method | TR, PLASTIC, 7 INCH |
| Resistor Type | VARISTOR |
| Surface Mount | YES |
| Terminal Finish | MATTE TIN OVER NICKEL |
| Terminal Placement | DUAL ENDED |
| Terminal Shape | WRAPAROUND |
| Working Voltage | 5.5V |
| Package | Varistors Chip |
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
| ECCN | EAR99 |
| HTS Code | 8533.40.40.00 |
Where can I find the V5.5MLA0603NH datasheet?
V5.5MLA0603NH Datasheet DownloadOfficial datasheet from LITTELFUSE
What are equivalent replacements for V5.5MLA0603NH?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What voltage does the V5.5MLA0603NH clamp to during an ESD event and how does it protect 3.3 V logic inputs?
The V5.5MLA0603NH has a 5.5 V rated working voltage and clamps transient overvoltages to a safe level for downstream 3.3 V logic by absorbing up to 0.1 J of energy in a sub-nanosecond response time. This ensures that ESD pulses, which can exceed 1 kV in open-air discharge events, are clamped below the 5.5 V breakdown threshold before reaching sensitive CMOS input stages rated at 5 V absolute maximum.
How does the 0603 package size of the V5.5MLA0603NH fit into high-density PCB layouts for IoT and wearable devices?
The 0603 package measures 1.6 mm × 0.8 mm × 1.0 mm, making the V5.5MLA0603NH one of the most compact surface-mount varistor options available for ESD protection. In a wearable IoT device with 8 or more protected I/O lines, placing 8 V5.5MLA0603NH devices requires less than 15 mm² of board area, enabling protection coverage on space-constrained flexible or rigid-flex PCBs without compromising signal integrity.
How many ESD strikes can the V5.5MLA0603NH withstand before degradation in IEC 61000-4-2 testing conditions?
Multilayer varistors like the V5.5MLA0603NH are typically rated for multiple ESD strikes per IEC 61000-4-2 at contact discharge levels of ±2 kV or higher, with the 0.1 J energy rating applying per single strike event. For designs requiring Level 4 IEC 61000-4-2 compliance at ±8 kV contact discharge, multiple varistors in a protection network or a higher-energy-rated MLV in a larger 0805 or 1206 package would be specified.
When should engineers choose the V5.5MLA0603NH over a TVS diode for ESD protection on a 3.3 V USB data line?
The V5.5MLA0603NH multilayer varistor offers bidirectional ESD clamping with extremely low capacitance (typically 5 pF to 15 pF), making it preferable to higher-capacitance TVS diodes on high-speed USB 2.0 or HDMI data lines where line capacitance above 20 pF degrades signal quality. TVS diodes generally offer tighter clamping voltage and higher peak current handling at ±8 kV, so they remain preferred for systems requiring strict IEC 61000-4-2 Level 4 certification with minimum clamping overshoot.
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