# TVS Varistor, 12 V, ChipGuard MLU Series, 20 V, 0201 [0603 Metric], Multilayer Varistor (MLV)
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**SKU**: CG0201MLU-12H
**Manufacturer**: BOURNS
**Category**: Circuit Protection || TVS - Transient Voltage Suppressors || TVS Varistors
**Price**: €0.0650
**Stock**: 1000+
**Lead Time**: 106 days (indicative)
## Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Svhc | No SVHC (04-Feb-2026) |
| Product Range | ChipGuard MLU Series |
| Varistor Type | Multilayer Varistor (MLV) |
| Voltage Rating Vac | - |
| Voltage Rating Vdc | 12V |
| Varistor Case Style | 0201 [0603 Metric] |
| Clamping Voltage Vc Max | 20V |
| Peak Energy (10/1000Us) | - |
| Operating Temperature Max | 85°C |
| Operating Temperature Min | -40°C |
| Peak Surge Current @ 8/20Μs | - |
| Automotive Qualification Standard | - |
## Datasheet
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## **Features**
n ESD protection to IEC 61000-4-2 Level 4
n Extremely quick response time (<1 ns)
n Low capacitance (0.05 pF typ.)
n RoHS* compliant
## **Applications**
n Antenna circuits n USB 3.2 Gen 1 and Gen 2 n HDMI 1.3/1.4/2.0 n SATA and eSATA Interface n SIM card ports n Memory protection
## **ChipGuard[®] CG0201MLU Series – ESD Protectors** BOURNS ~~(i~~
## ~~**General Information**~~
The ChipGuard[®] Model CG0201MLU Series has been specifically designed to protect sensitive electronic components from electrostatic discharge damage. This series is suitable for protecting equipment to IEC 61000-4-2, Level 4 (±8 kV Contact / ±15 kV Air Discharge) ESD specifications targeted for high speed USB 3.2, HDMI 1.4/2.0 applications and antenna circuits.
The ChipGuard[®] MLU Series provides low capacitance (0.05 pF), and leakage currents less than 10 nA with excellent clamping qualities, making the components almost transparent under normal working conditions.
## ~~**Additional Information**~~
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PRODUCT TECHNICAL INVENTORY SAMPLES CONTACT
SELECTOR LIBRARY
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## **V**
## ~~**Electrical Characteristics @ 25 °C (unless otherwise noted)**~~
**CG0201MLU** ~~PO~~ **Parameter Symbol Unit 06H 12H 15H 24H 30H** ~~ee a~~ Rated Voltage (Max.) VDC ~~eee~~ 6 12 15 ~~ee~~ 24 ~~eee~~ 30 V ~~GO~~ Typical Clamping Voltage (Note 1) VC 20 V ~~DO~~ Typical Capacitance @ 1 MHz CO 0.05 pF ~~a~~ Typical Leakage Current @ Max. VDC IL 10 nA ~~DO~~ Typical Trigger Voltage (Note 1) VT 300 V Maximum Response Time RT 1 ns ESD Protection per IEC 61000-4-2: Min. Contact Discharge (>1000 Reps) ±8 kV Min. Air Discharge (>1000 Reps) ±15 kV ~~eG~~ Operating Temperature TOPR -40 to +85 °C ~~eG~~ Storage Temperature TSTG -40 to +85 °C Note: 1. VT and VC measured using TLP (Transmission Line Pulse) method.
**WARNING Cancer and Reproductive Harm -** www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
~~**How To Order**~~ **CG 0n0n MLU - nn x** ChipGuard[®] - Product Designator Package Option 0201 = 0201 Package Series Designator Rated Voltage 06 = 6 V 12 = 12 V 15 = 15 V 24 = 24 V 30 = 30 V Tape & Peel Packaging H = 15,000 pcs. per 7-inch Reel
*RoHS Directive 2015/863, Mar 31, 2015 and Annex. Specifications are subject to change without notice. Users should verify actual device performance in their specific applications. The products described herein and this document are subject to specific legal disclaimers as set forth on the last page of this document, and at www.bourns.com/docs/legal/disclaimer.pdf.
## **ChipGuard[®] CG0201MLU Series – ESD Protectors**
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Product Dimensions
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0.62 ± 0.05
(.024 ± .002)
0.32 ± 0.03
(.013 ± .001)
0.165 ± 0.05 0.3 ± 0.05
(.007 ± .002) (.012 ± .002)
MM
DIMENSIONS:
(INCHES)
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Recommended Pad Layout
0.27
(.011)
0.35
(.014)
0.5
(.02)
MM
DIMENSIONS:
(INCHES)
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## ~~**Solder Reflow Recommendations**~~
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300 Preheat Stages 1-3 Soldering Cooling
250
200
150
100
50
0
110 sec. (min.) 30-70 120 sec. (min.)
sec.
Time (seconds)
Temperature (°C)
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|**A**|Stage 1 Preheat|Ambient to Preheating
Temperature|30 s to 60 s|
|---|---|---|---|
|**B**|Stage 2 Preheat|140 °C to 160 °C|60 s to 120 s|
|**C**|Stage 3 Preheat|Preheat to 200 °C|20 s to 40 s|
|**D**|Main Heating|200 °C
210 °C
220 °C
230 °C
240 °C|60 s to 70 s
55 s to 65 s
50 s to 60 s
40 s to 50 s
30 s to 40 s|
|**E**|Cooling|200 °C to 100 °C|1 °C/s to 4 °C/s|
- This product can be damaged by rapid heating, cooling or localized heating.
- Heat shocks should be avoided. Preheating and gradual cooling recommended.
- Excessive solder can damage the device. Print solder thickness of 150 to 200 um recommended.
- Solder gun tip temperature should be kept below 280 °C and should not touch the device directly. Contact should be less than 3 seconds. A solder gun under 30 watts is recommended.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Users should verify actual device performance in their specific applications.
The products described herein and this document are subject to specific legal disclaimers as set forth on the last page of this document, and at www.bourns.com/docs/legal/disclaimer.pdf.
## **ChipGuard[®] CG0201MLU Series – ESD Protectors**
## ~~**Packaging Dimensions**~~
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1.75 ± 0.05 4.00 ± 0.10 1.55 ± 0.05 0.42 ± 0.02
(.069 ± .002) (.157 ± .004) (.061 ± .002) (.017 ± .001)
3.50 ± 0.05
(.138 ± .002) 8.00 ± 0.30
(.315 ± .012)
2.00 ± 0.05 0.37 ± 0.02 0.68 ± 0.02
(.079 ± .002) (.015 ± .001) (.027 ± .001)
2.0 ± 0.5 9.0 ± 0.5
(.079 ± .020) (.354 ± .020)
MM
DIMENSIONS:
(INCHES)
21.0 ± 0.8 13.0 ± 0.5
(.827 ± .031) (.512 ± .020)
62.0 ± 1.5
(2.441 ± .059)
178.0 ± 2.0
(7.008 ± .079)
13.0 ± 1.0
(.512 ± .039)
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REV. A 09/23
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