Metl Oxide Varistor (MOV) is a nonlinear resistance component with zinc oxide (ZnO)
as its main constituent. The resistance of an MOV is sensitive to changes in the lied
voltage. Below the threshold voltage, the MOV exhibits high resistance, allowing
only a negligibly small leakage current to flow. Once the threshold voltage is exceeded,
the resistance of the MOV drops sharply, enabling the conduction of a large current.
This characteristic makes the MOV suitable for detecting and suppressing surge voltage
and overvoltage, thereby protect the circuit from damage caused by excessive voltage.
The Metal Oxide Varistor (MOV) finds wide application in various fields such as photovolt
aics, communication, lightning protection, power supply, and power strips. It serves to
suppress transient overvoltage and absorb surge energy within the circuit.
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ratings ranging from 0.75 kA to 70 kA, and maximum continuous voltage ratings from
14VAC to 750 VAC. Safety certification Includes UL, cUL, TUV, and CQC, and comply
with RoHS and REACH requirements.