Littelfuse S4S3 EC103xx/SxSx Series SIDACtor Thyristor Surge Protector
The Littelfuse S4S3 EC103xx/SxSx Series SIDACtor Thyristor Surge Protector is designed to shield sensitive circuits from damaging voltage transients, offering surge capability up to 20 A and voltage capability up to 600 V. Housed in a compact DO-214 (Compak) package with glass-passivated junctions, this device combines a Repetitive Peak Off-State Voltage (VDRM) of 400 V, a low On-State Voltage (VTM) of 1.7 V, and precise gate-triggering characteristics for dependable overvoltage protection. RoHS compliant construction makes the S4S3 well suited for industrial, telecommunications, and power electronics designs that require reliable, code-conscious transient suppression.
Key Features
- Surge Protection: Non-Repetitive Surge Current (ITSM 60Hz) rated to 20 A for absorbing transient overvoltage events.
- Voltage Capability: Rated up to 600 V with a Repetitive Peak Off-State Voltage (VDRM) of 400 V for robust blocking performance.
- Durable Construction: Glass-passivated junctions deliver stable, long-term reliability.
- Low Clamping Voltage: On-State Voltage (VTM) of just 1.7 V minimizes let-through energy during surge events.
- Precise Gate Triggering: Max Gate Trigger Current (IGTMAX) of 0.5 mA and Gate Trigger Voltage (VGTMAX) of 0.8 V for consistent turn-on.
- Continuous Current Rating: On-State Current (Itrms) of 0.8 A supports steady-state circuit operation.
- Compact Package: DO-214 (Compak) package size suits space-constrained board layouts.
- Finish: RoHS compliant construction for restricted-substance compliance.
Certifications & Compliance
- RoHS Compliant
Technical Specifications
- VTM (V): 1.7
- TGT (μs): 30
- di/dt @ 110°C (A/μs): 50
- Non-Repetitive Surge Current (ITSM 60Hz) (A): 20
- Tq(μs): 45
- Max Gate Trigger Current (IGTMAX) (mA): 0.5
- Repetitive Peak Off-State Voltage (VDRM) (V): 400
- On-State Current (Itrms) (A): 0.8
- Gate Trigger Voltage (VGTMAX) (V): 0.8
Typical Applications
- Overvoltage and Surge Protection Circuits
- Telecommunications Equipment Protection
- Industrial Control and Power Electronics
- Printed Circuit Board-Level Transient Suppression
Why Littelfuse?
Littelfuse builds the S4S3 SIDACtor with glass-passivated junctions and RoHS-compliant construction to deliver dependable, code-conscious surge protection for demanding electronic designs. With a 600 V voltage capability, 20 A surge current rating, and precise gate-triggering characteristics, this device gives engineers a consistent, well-documented component for protecting circuits against damaging transient overvoltage events.
Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- Product Type:
- Surge Protection Thyristor
- Voltage Rating:
- 600V
- Amperage Rating:
- 20A
- Standards:
- RoHS
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Group:
- Wiring Devices