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THINKING launches KMC-C series, SMD type polymer PTC resettable fuse (PPTC) for automotive applications. Product sizes of the series are EIA 1206, 1210, and 1812. Its Vmax ranges from 16V to 60V, and its hold current ratings are from 0.05A to 1.25A. In addition, KMC-C series is an AEC-Q 200 qualified product. Although AEC-Q200 is automotive test and certification standard, compliance with this standard indicates robust and reliable quality of a product. Because of that, KMC-C series is recommended for industrial applications, factory automation applications telecommunications systems, and low or medium risk medical device (non-critical medical support medical).

The product offers over-current protection to ensure normal operation of automotive applications, and it is recommended for the applications below.

• ● Electronic modules
• ● Power outputs
• ● Actuators and motors
• ● Harness and junction box protections
• ● Telematics and in-vehicle infotainment systems
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• KMC-C series is a polymer PTC resettable fuse with resettable functionality. One-time fuse is one of the most popular electronic components for automotive applications. KMC-C series has the following benefits while comparing with one-time fuse.

• ● Installation locations for one-time fuse must be accessible for ease of replacements. Resettable feature of KMC-C series not only reduces the frequency of new component replacement but also allows the device to be installed inside or other installation locations of an application, and which increases design flexibility for designers.
• ● KMC-C series has more flexibility for installation locations. Therefore, designers find the best designs to reduce the total wire lengths needed for their applications. Reduced wire lengths not only lower cost but also reduce vehicle weight.
• ● KMC-C series is a SMD device, and the structure saves more space and is more suitable for applications with limited installation space when comparing with leaded type polymer PTC resettable fuse.
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• With the launch of KMC-C series, THINKING completes its product line of SMD type protective components for automotive applications. Catalogues of those products can be found by clicking product series names below. If you need samples or detailed information, please contact THINKING sales representatives and authorized THINKING distributors.

• ● KMC-C Series (Polymer PTC Thermistor)
• ● TPM-C Series (Ceramic PTC Thermistor)
• ● TSM-C Series (NTC Thermistor)
• ● TVM-C Series (Metal Oxide Varistor)