Battery protector fuse that safeguards battery packs from overcharge or overheating offered by Littlefuse

CHICAGO – Littelfuse Inc. in Chicago is introducing the ITV9550 surface-mount lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery protector fuses to safeguard battery packs against overcurrent and overcharging.

The ITV9550 battery protector is for emergency radios, uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), power tools, robotic appliances, and e-bikes.

The ITV9550 provides a 60-amp, three-terminal fuse that measures 9.5 by 5 millimeters, and has an embedded fuse and heater that interrupt the battery pack's charging or discharging circuit before overcharge or overheating.

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The ITV9550 simplifies automated printed circuit board (PCB) assembly with surface-mount design; has UL and TUV certifications help secure approvals with industry compliance requirements; is halogen-free; and is RoHS-compliant.

When an overcurrent condition occurs, the embedded three-terminal fuse cuts off the circuit. The heater element, embedded under the fuse element, generates enough heat to blow the fuse once overcharging is detected.

The ITV9550 is available in tape and reel format in quantities of 5,000. For more information contact Littlefuse online at www.littelfuse.com.