Lithium-ion battery protector fuses that safeguard batteries from overcharging introduced by Littlefuse

CHICAGO – Littelfuse Inc. in Chicago is introducing the ITV2718 surface-mountable lithium-ion battery protector fuses to safeguard lithium-ion battery packs from overcurrent and overcharging (overvoltage) conditions, even during fast charging.

The ITV2718, which provides a five-amp, three-terminal fuse in a 2.7-by-1.8-millimeter package, uses an embedded fuse and heater element to respond quickly by interrupting the battery pack's charging or discharging circuit before overcharging or overheating conditions occur.

The ITV2718 Battery Protector is suited for game consoles; e-call; portable routers; portable modems; smart phones; notebook computers, and tablet computers.

The ITV2718 protector fuses offer a surface-mount design that simplifies automated printed circuit board assembly; meets industry safety requirements via UL and TUV certifications for faster compliance approval; and halogen-free and RoHS-compliant environmentally friendly components.

For more information contact Littlefuse online at www.littelfuse.com.