PTC thermistors for

overcurrent protection

Leaded disks, coated, 230 V

Series/Type: B598**
Date: February 2018

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Overcurrent protection
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Applications Dimensional drawing

Overcurrent protection
Short circuit protection

Features
Lead-free terminals
Marking: Type, manufacturer's logo,
reference temperature in °C and date code
YYWW (no date code for types with
wmax = 4 mm)
Short response times
UL approval for Tref = 130 °C to UL 1434 with
Vmax = 220 V and VR = 220 V
(file number E69802)
UL approval for Tref = 120 °C to UL 1434 with Dimensions (mm)
Vmax = 230 V and VR = 220 V Type Tref wmax hmax lmin ∅d
(file number E69802) °C
UL approval for Tref = 80 °C to UL 1434 with C810 130 22.0 25.5 35 0.8
Vmax = 165 V and VR = 145 V C830 120 22.0 25.5 35 0.6
(file number E69802) C830 130 17.5 21.0 35 0.8
VDE approval for selected types C840 80 17.5 21.0 35 0.6
(license number 104843) C840 120 17.5 21.0 35 0.6
IECQ certificate for selected types C840 130 13.5 17.0 35 0.6
(file number 101-QA-2) C850 80 13.5 17.0 25 0.6
RoHS-compatible C850 120 13.5 17.0 25 0.6
C850 130 11.0 14.5 25 0.6
Options C860 80 11.0 14.5 25 0.6
Thermistors with diameter w ≤11.0 mm are C860 120 11.0 14.5 35 0.6
also available on tape (to IEC 60286-2) C860 130 9.0 12.5 25 0.6
C870 80 9.0 12.5 25 0.6
Delivery mode C870 120 9.0 12.5 25 0.6
Cardboard strips (standard) C870 130 6.5 10.0 25 0.6
Cardboard tape reeled or in Ammo pack on C872 120 9.0 12.5 25 0.6
request C873 120 9.0 12.5 25 0.6
C874 120 9.0 12.5 25 0.6
C875 120 9.0 12.5 25 0.6
C880 80 6.5 10.0 35 0.6
C880 120 6.5 10.0 25 0.6
C880 130 4.0 7.5 25 0.6
C883 120 6.5 10.0 25 0.6
C890 80 4.0 7.5 25 0.5
C890 120 4.0 7.5 25 0.5

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General technical data

Max. operating voltage (TA = 60 °C) Vmax 265 V DC or V AC

Rated voltage VR 230 V DC or V AC
Switching cycles N 100
Tolerance of RR (Tref = 80 °C or 120 °C) ∆RR ±25 %
Tolerance of RR (Tref = 130 °C) ∆RR ±20 %
Operating temperature range (V = 0) Top 40/+125 °C
Operating temperature range (V = Vmax) Top 0/+60 °C

Electrical specifications and ordering codes

Type IR IS ISmax Ir Tref RR Rmin Approvals Ordering code

(V = Vmax) (typ.) (typ.)
(V = Vmax)
mA mA A mA °C Ω Ω IECQ
C810 650 980 7.0 20 130 3.5 2.3 X  B59810C0130A070
C830 460 920 7.0 20 120 3.7 2.4 X  B59830C0120A070
C830 450 680 4.1 15 130 5 3.3 X  B59830C0130A070
C840 330 660 4.1 15 120 6 3.8 X  B59840C0120A070
C840 330 500 2.2 13 130 9 5.9 X  B59840C0130A070
C850 200 400 2.2 13 120 10 6.4 X  B59850C0120A070
C850 200 320 1.5 10 130 13 8.6 X  B59850C0130A070
C840 170 350 4.1 10 80 6 3.6 X X B59840C0080A070
C860 140 280 1.5 10 120 15 9 X  B59860C0120A070
C860 140 230 1.0 9 130 25 16.5 X  B59860C0130A070
C850 110 230 2.2 8 80 10 6 X X B59850C0080A070
C870 100 200 1.0 9 120 25 15 X  B59870C0120A070
C870 100 150 0.4 6 130 50 33 X X B59870C0130A070
C860 90 180 1.5 6 80 15 7.8 X X B59860C0080A070
C872 80 160 1.0 9 120 35 21 X  B59872C0120A070
C873 70 140 1.0 9 120 45 27 X  B59873C0120A070
C870 60 130 1.0 5 80 25 13 X X B59870C0080A070
C874 60 125 1.0 9 120 55 31 X  B59874C0120A070
C875 55 110 1.0 9 120 65 36 X  B59875C0120A070
C880 55 110 0.4 6 120 70 39 X X B59880C0120A070
C880 55 90 0.2 5 130 160 106 X X B59880C0130A070
C883 35 70 0.4 5 120 120 67 X X B59883C0120A070
C880 30 70 0.4 4 80 70 36.7 X X B59880C0080A070
C890 30 60 0.2 5 120 150 84 X X B59890C0120A070
C890 15 40 0.2 3 80 150 78.7 X X B59890C0080A070

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Reliability data

Test Standard Test conditions ∆R25/R25

Electrical endurance, IEC 60738-1 Room temperature, ISmax; Vmax < 25%
cycling Number of cycles: 100
Electrical endurance, IEC 60738-1 Storage at Vmax and Top,max (@ Vmax) < 25%
constant Test duration: 1000 h
Damp heat IEC 60738-1 Temperature of air: 40 °C < 10%
Relative humidity of air: 93%
Duration: 56 days
Test according to IEC 60068-2-78
Rapid change IEC 60738-1 T1 = Top,min (0 V), T2 = Top,max (0 V) < 10%
of temperature Number of cycles: 5
Test duration: 30 min
Test according to IEC 60068-2-14, test Na
Vibration IEC 60738-1 Frequency range: 10 to 55 Hz < 5%
Displacement amplitude: 0.75 mm
Test duration: 3 × 2 h
Test according to IEC 60068-2-6, test Fc
Shock IEC 60738-1 Acceleration: 500 m/s2 < 5%
Pulse duration: 11 ms; 6 × 3 pulses
Climatic sequence IEC 60738-1 Dry heat: T = Top,max (0 V) < 10%
Test duration: 16 h
Damp heat first cycle
Cold: T = Top,min (0 V)
Test duration: 2 h
Damp heat 5 cycles
Tests performed according to
IEC 60068-2-30

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Characteristics (typical) for Tref = 80 °C

PTC resistance RPTC versus PTC current IPTC versus PTC voltage VPTC
PTC temperature TPTC (measured at 25 °C in still air)
(measured at low signal voltage)

Switching time tS versus switching current IS Rated current IR versus ambient temperature TA
(measured at 25 °C in still air) (measured in still air)

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Characteristics (typical) for Tref = 80 °C

PTC resistance RPTC versus PTC current IPTC versus PTC voltage VPTC
PTC temperature TPTC (measured at 25 °C in still air)
(measured at low signal voltage)

Switching time tS versus switching current IS Rated current IR versus ambient temperature TA
(measured at 25 °C in still air) (measured in still air)

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Characteristics (typical) for Tref = 120 °C

PTC resistance RPTC versus PTC current IPTC versus PTC voltage VPTC
PTC temperature TPTC (measured at 25 °C in still air)
(measured at low signal voltage)

Switching time tS versus switching current IS Rated current IR versus ambient temperature TA
(measured at 25 °C in still air) (measured in still air)

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Characteristics (typical) for Tref = 120 °C

PTC resistance RPTC versus PTC current IPTC versus PTC voltage VPTC
PTC temperature TPTC (measured at 25 °C in still air)
(measured at low signal voltage)

Switching time tS versus switching current IS Rated current IR versus ambient temperature TA
(measured at 25 °C in still air) (measured in still air)

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Characteristics (typical) for Tref = 120 °C

PTC resistance RPTC versus PTC current IPTC versus PTC voltage VPTC
PTC temperature TPTC (measured at 25 °C in still air)
(measured at low signal voltage)

Switching time tS versus switching current IS Rated current IR versus ambient temperature TA
(measured at 25 °C in still air) (measured in still air)

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Characteristics (typical) for Tref = 130 °C

PTC resistance RPTC versus PTC current IPTC versus PTC voltage VPTC
PTC temperature TPTC (measured at 25 °C in still air)
(measured at low signal voltage)

Switching time tS versus switching current IS Rated current IR versus ambient temperature TA
(measured at 25 °C in still air) (measured in still air)

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Characteristics (typical) for Tref = 130 °C

PTC resistance RPTC versus PTC current IPTC versus PTC voltage VPTC
PTC temperature TPTC (measured at 25 °C in still air)
(measured at low signal voltage)

Switching time tS versus switching current IS Rated current IR versus ambient temperature TA
(measured at 25 °C in still air) (measured in still air)

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Cautions and warnings

General
EPCOS thermistors are designed for specific applications and should not be used for purposes
not identified in our specifications, application notes and data books unless otherwise agreed
with EPCOS during the design-in-phase.
Ensure suitability of thermistor through reliability testing during the design-in phase. The ther-
mistors should be evaluated taking into consideration worst-case conditions.

Storage
Store thermistors only in original packaging. Do not open the package prior to processing.
Storage conditions in original packaging: storage temperature 25 °C ... +45 °C, relative hu-
midity ≤75% annual mean, maximum 95%, dew precipitation is inadmissible.
Avoid contamination of thermistors surface during storage, handling and processing.
Avoid storage of thermistor in harmful environment with effect on function on long-term opera-
tion (examples given under operation precautions).
Use thermistor within the following period after delivery:
 Through-hole devices (housed and leaded PTCs): 24 months
 Motor protection sensors, glass-encapsulated sensors and probe assemblies: 24 months
 Telecom pair and quattro protectors (TPP, TQP): 24 months
 Leadless PTC thermistors for pressure contacting: 12 months
 Leadless PTC thermistors for soldering: 6 months
 SMDs in EIA sizes 3225 and 4032, and for PTCs with metal tags: 24 months
 SMDs in EIA sizes 1210 and smaller: 12 months

Handling
PTCs must not be dropped. Chip-offs must not be caused during handling of PTCs.
The ceramic and metallization of the components must not be touched with bare hands. Gloves
are recommended.
Avoid contamination of thermistor surface during handling.

Soldering (where applicable)

Use rosin-type flux or non-activated flux.
Insufficient preheating may cause ceramic cracks.
Rapid cooling by dipping in solvent is not recommended.
Complete removal of flux is recommended.
Standard PTC heaters are not suitable for soldering.

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Mounting
Electrode must not be scratched before/during/after the mounting process.
Contacts and housing used for assembly with thermistor have to be clean before mounting. Es-
pecially grease or oil must be removed.
When PTC thermistors are encapsulated with sealing material, the precautions given in chapter
"Mounting instructions", "Sealing and potting" must be observed.
When the thermistor is mounted, there must not be any foreign body between the electrode of
the thermistor and the clamping contact.
The minimum force and pressure of the clamping contacts pressing against the PTC must be
10 N and 50 kPa, respectively. In case the assembly is exposed to mechanical shock and/ or
vibration this force should be higher in order to avoid movement of the PTC during operation.
During operation, the thermistor’s surface temperature can be very high. Ensure that adjacent
components are placed at a sufficient distance from the thermistor to allow for proper cooling at
the thermistors.
Ensure that adjacent materials are designed for operation at temperatures comparable to the
surface temperature of thermistor. Be sure that surrounding parts and materials can withstand
this temperature.
Avoid contamination of thermistor surface during processing.

Operation
Use thermistors only within the specified temperature operating range.
Use thermistors only within the specified voltage and current ranges.
Environmental conditions must not harm the thermistors. Use thermistors only in normal at-
mospheric conditions. Avoid use in deoxidizing gases (chlorine gas, hydrogen sulfide gas, am-
monia gas, sulfuric acid gas etc), corrosive agents, humid or salty conditions. Contact with any
liquids and solvents should be prevented.
Be sure to provide an appropriate fail-safe function to prevent secondary product damage
caused by abnormal function (e.g. use VDR for limitation of overvoltage condition).

This listing does not claim to be complete, but merely reflects the experience of EPCOS AG.

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Symbols and terms

Symbol Term
A Area
C Capacitance
Cth Heat capacity
f Frequency
I Current
Imax Maximum current
IR Rated current
Ires Residual current
IPTC PTC current
Ir Residual currrent
Ir,oil Residual currrent in oil (for level sensors)
Ir,air Residual currrent in air (for level sensors)
IRMS Root-mean-square value of current
IS Switching current
ISmax Maximum switching current
LCT Lower category temperature
N Number (integer)
Nc Operating cycles at Vmax, charging of capacitor
Nf Switching cycles at Vmax, failure mode
P Power
P25 Maximum power at 25 °C
Pel Electrical power
Pdiss Dissipation power
RG Generator internal resistance
Rmin Minimum resistance
RR Rated resistance @ rated temperature TR
∆RR Tolerance of RR
RP Parallel resistance
RPTC PTC resistance
Rref Reference resistance
RS Series resistance
R25 Resistance at 25 °C
R25,match Resistance matching per reel/ packing unit at 25 °C
∆R25 Tolerance of R25

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T Temperature
t Time
TA Ambient temperature
ta Thermal threshold time
TC Ferroelectric Curie temperature
tE Settling time (for level sensors)
TR Rated temperature @ 25 °C or otherwise specified in the data sheet
Tsense Sensing temperature
Top Operating temperature
TPTC PTC temperature
tR Response time
Tref Reference temperature
TRmin Temperature at minimum resistance
tS Switching time
Tsurf Surface temperature
UCT Upper category temperature
V or Vel Voltage (with subscript only for distinction from volume)
Vc(max) Maximum DC charge voltage of the surge generator
VF,max Maximum voltage applied at fault conditions in protection mode
VRMS Root-mean-square value of voltage
VBD Breakdown voltage
Vins Insulation test voltage
Vlink,max Maximum link voltage
Vmax Maximum operating voltage
Vmax,dyn Maximum dynamic (short-time) operating voltage
Vmeas Measuring voltage
Vmeas,max Maximum measuring voltage
VR Rated voltage
VPTC Voltage drop across a PTC thermistor
α Temperature coefficient
∆ Tolerance, change
δth Dissipation factor
τth Thermal cooling time constant
λ Failure rate
Lead spacing (in mm)

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