Revolutionizing Automotive Safety: Littelfuse's New 823A Series Fuse

In a monumental leap toward advancing automotive safety, Littelfuse Inc. unveils the highly anticipated 823A Series Fuse. This cutting-edge AEC-Q200-qualified, surface-mount device (SMD) pioneers a new era in overcurrent protection, specifically tailored for today’s high-voltage automotive applications.
Setting New Standards with Distinctive Features
The 823A Series Fuse arrives on the scene, boasting a suite of innovative features designed to tackle the complexities of modern automotive environments. Its distinctive wire-in-air configuration not only ensures incredible temperature stability but also supports a high interrupting current capacity of 100 A at a striking 1 kV DC. This is complemented by an impressive I²t value, all while maintaining a conveniently compact 5 x 20 mm footprint.
Precision and Reliability for Demanding Environments
True to its AEC-Q200 certification, this fuse is engineered to thrive in demanding conditions. The robust design performs impeccably across a swath of temperature variations, ranging from an icy -40ºC to a sweltering 125ºC. Notably, its 1000 Vdc rating makes it an ideal candidate for mission-critical applications such as Battery Management Systems (BMS) and Battery Disconnect Units (BDU).
Amplifying Design Versatility for Engineers
The potential for enhanced system protection is vast with the Littelfuse 823A Series. Engineers stand to benefit significantly from the fuse’s ability to avert nuisance tripping caused by high inrush or surge currents. Its space-efficient architecture allows for seamless integration into densely packed automotive electronics, optimizing PCB layout while ensuring solid protection in high-voltage scenarios.
Enabling Advanced Applications
Engineered for versatility, the 823A Series transcends mere single-use applications. It’s perfectly poised for deployment in a variety of sectors, including Battery Management Systems, high-voltage DC–DC converters, and automotive fuel cell cooling systems. This positions the fuse as a cornerstone component for next-generation electric vehicles (EVs) and cutting-edge automotive systems.
Driving Innovation in Automotive Safety
As the technological landscape of automotive electronics accelerates, the 823A Series from Littelfuse stands as a beacon for reliable and efficient overcurrent protection. This revolutionary fuse not only meets rigorous safety standards but also simplifies design challenges while enhancing space utilization.
According to Bisinfotech, this innovation marks a new dawn in automotive design, promising greater safety and efficiency for the future of transportation.