Product Catalog & Design Guide: Gas Discharge Tube (GDT) Products

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Gas Discharge Tube (GDT)

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Gas Discharge Tubes
TABLE OF CONTENTS
GDT Characteristics, Terms and Consideration Factors
Legal Disclaimers
Mounting Options
DC
RoHS Compliant
Breakover Max AC Peak Pulse Operating
Cartridge Clip
Series Max
Radial Lead
# Terminals
Voltage Surge Current Temperature
Axial Lead
Lead Free
Mini Tube
Name1 Capacitance
Surface
Range Rating (8x20s) Range
(Nom VBO)
High Voltage GDTs

AC 285 - 600 5000A 1.5pF 2
NA -40C to +90C
CG3 1000 - 7500 5000A 1.5pF 2
Low to Medium Surge GDTs

CG5 90 - 600 5A 5000A 1.5pF 2
SL0902A 90 - 600 5A 5000A 1.5pF 2
SL1002A 75 - 600 5A 5000A 1.2pF 2

-40C to +90C
SL1003A 90 - 500 10A* 10,000A 1.5pF 3
SL1010A 75 to 470 5000A 1.5pF 3
SL1011A 75 - 600 5A 5000A 1.5pF 2
Medium to High Surge GDTs

SL1122A 90 - 260 10A* 10000A* 100-270pF 3
SL1021A 75 - 600 10A* 20000A* 1.5pF 3

-40C to +90C
SL1411A 75 - 600 10A 10000A 1.5pF 2
CG/CG2 75 - 1000 20A 20000A 1.5pF 2
Very High Surge GDTs
SL1021B 75 - 600 10A* 20000A* 1.5pF 3

-40C to +90C
SL1026 275 - 700 10A* 40000A* 3
Squared GDTs
SE 140 to 500 0.5KA 0.5pF 2
-40C to +90C
SG 75 to 600 1KA / 2KA 1pF 2
(1) Please refer to product data in our datasheets for detailed information by part number.
* Total current through center (ground) terminal
2015
2015 Littelfuse,
Littelfuse, Inc.
Specifications are
Specifications, subject toand
descriptions change without
illustrative notice.in this literature are
material
as accurate
Revised: as known at the time of publication, but are subject to change
12/18/15
without notice. Visit www.littelfuse.com for more information.
Gas Discharge Tubes
GDT Characteristics, Terms and Consideration Factors
Surge Arresters A Comparison of Surge Arrester Technologies

Littelfuse gas discharge tube (GDT) surge arrester devices In todays world of sensitive electronics, an increasingly
protect personnel and electrical equipment from damaging important topic has become the protection of electronic
high voltage transients induced by lightning, inductive components from overvoltage surges. There is a multitude
switching, or electrostatic discharge. Depending upon the of devices on the market for this purpose but what are
application, Littelfuse offers a variety of two and three the differences between them and which is best for
electrode GDTs for protecting telecommunication, test, what application? The following describes, analyzes, and
computer, power supply, medical, and cable television compares these devices in detail.
equipment. Along with protecting circuits, GDTs can also
be used as switches to create a discharge voltage in circuits Basically there are two types of surge protection
used for medical, gas ignition, and HID lighting applications. classifications with each consisting of its own group of
devices:
Why Use Surge Protection? CROWBAR
Air Gap
Surge protectors protect personnel and equipment from
Carbon Block
damaging high-voltage surges from lightning, inductive
Gas Discharge Tube (GDT)
switching, nuclear electromagnetic pulse, electrostatic
Silicon Controlled Rectifier (SCR)
discharge, or interference from power supply lines. From
a design point of view, protection circuits only cost money CLAMP
and, if customer requirements or regulatory agencies do not Zener (Avalanche) Diode
require them, they will easily be forgotten. Yet, appropriate Metal Oxide Varistor (MOV)
surge protection is beneficial. Protected equipment will not
be affected by the highvoltage surges listed above. This will ------------------------------------------------------
result in:
CROWBAR PROTECTION: A crowbar device limits
Reduced field failures the energy delivered to the protected circuit by abruptly
Improved product quality and reliability changing from a high impedance state to a low impedance
Reduced cost of quality state in response to an elevated voltage level. Having been
subjected to a sufficient voltage level the crowbar begins to
The figure below illustrates the cost effectiveness of adding conduct. While conducting, the voltage across the crowbar
surge protection by demonstrating the unit repair cost to remains quite low (typically less than 15 volts for gas
break even over a range of return rates for added protection discharge tubes usually higher for the air gap and carbon
costs of $0.50/unit and $1.00/unit. block protectors) and thus, the majority of the transients
power is dissipated in the circuits resistive elements and
Cost Effectiveness not in the protected circuit nor the crowbar itself. This
2.0% allows the crowbar to be able to withstand and protect loads
Protection
Cost/Unit from higher voltage and/or higher current levels for a greater
(Breakeven) duration of time than clamping devices.
1.5%
$1.00
Return Rate
$0.50 AIR GAP PROTECTOR: An air gap protector consists

1.0% of two conductive surfaces with a spacing between them
that will permit an arc when a specified potential is placed
0.5% across the surfaces. The air gap is not a sealed device and
therefore it must operate at atmospheric pressure and
under the effects of the environment. Since the electrodes
0.0% are exposed to the environment, they will often experience
0 50 100 150 200 250 300 350 400 450
oxidation and corrosion which is not a problem common to a
Unit Repair Cost ($) gas tube such as Littelfuses GDT. These factors contribute
to the air gaps high nominal breakdown voltage, wide
Through ongoing research and engineering improvements,
breakdown voltage tolerance, and poor impulse response.
Littelfuse has developed a family of Surge Protection
Often an air gap is placed in parallel with a gas discharge
Products that offer impressive characteristics for a variety of
tube or carbon block protector to provide back up protection
applications. Four differentiating characteristics are found in
in the event that the primary protection fails.
every Littelfuse Surge Protection Product:
High surge current rating

Long life
Fast response
Rugged construction
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Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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GDT Characteristics, Terms and Consideration Factors (continued)
CARBON BLOCK PROTECTOR: A carbon block Comgap Gas Discharge Tube

protector consists of a pair of carbon elements separated Voltage vs. Current Characteristics
by a 0.003-0.004 inch air gap. When a specified potential is
placed across the carbon surfaces an arc will be initiated.
Like the air gap protector, the carbon block is an unsealed
device and its performance suffers in the same manner
Breakdown
Voltage (V)
as the air gap. Carbon block protectors are used mainly for
Voltage
telephone line protection but are being replaced, in most
installations, with the more reliable and consistent gas
discharge tubes.
GDT GAS DISCHARGE TUBE: 15

Littelfuses GDT, a hermetically sealed gas filled ceramic
tube with metal electrodes, is recognized for: .00001
Stable electrical parameters Current (A)

High insulation resistance
The GDTs breakdown voltage is determined by electrode
Low capacitance
spacing, gas type (usually neon and/or argon), gas pressure
High current capability
(less than atmospheric), and the rate of rise of the transient.
Low leakage current
Breakdown voltage is defined as that voltage at which
Low arc voltages
a crowbar type of surge arrester changes from a high
For a gas tube to begin conduction, an electron within the impedance state to a low impedance state. The GDT series
sealed device must gain sufficient energy to initiate the is categorized by the breakdown voltage of each gas tube
ionization of the gas. Complete ionization of the gas takes when a slowly rising transient is applied. For example:
place through electron collision. The events leading up to Littelfuses CG2-230L gas tube will breakdown at 230V
this phenomenon occur when a gas tube is subjected to a (+/- 15% to 20%) when subjected to a ramp with a rate of
rising voltage potential. Once the gas is ionized, breakdown rise of 100V/second. The breakdown voltage response of a
occurs and the gas tube changes from a high impedance crowbar to transients with ramp rates of 1V/microsecond or
state to a virtual short circuit and thus, any transient will less is referred to as the DC breakdown voltage level. Due
be diverted from and will not reach the protected circuit. to the nature of gas discharge tubes, the same gas tube will
The arc voltage (the voltage across the gas tube while the experience breakdown at a higher voltage as a transients
gas tube is conducting) will typically be 15 volts. After the ramp rate increases. For example: At 100V/microsecond, the
transient has passed, the GDT will extinguish and again CG2-230L gas tube will breakdown at 600V maximum. The
appear as an open circuit. In order to insure gas tube turn breakdown voltage response of a crowbar to transients with
off at the zero crossing in AC applications, the current ramp rates greater than 1V/microsecond is referred to as the
through the GDT once the transient has passed, must impulse breakdown voltage level.
be less than the follow-on current rating of the gas tube.
Due to the GDTs rugged construction, it can handle currents
The follow-on current requirement can easily be met by
that far surpass other transient suppressors capabilities
placing a resistor in series with the gas tube. Littelfuses AC
- greater than 10 pulses of a 20,000 peak amperes pulse
series gas discharge tube surge arresters were developed
having a rise time of 8 microseconds decaying to half value
specifically to protect AC power lines and normally will not
in 20 microseconds (also referred to as an 8/20 wave form).
require additional components to limit follow-on current. In
The surge life of the GDT is at least 1000 shots of a 500
DC applications, the gas discharge tube will extinguish as
amperes peak 10/1000 pulse. GDT is the practical device
long as the device is operated within the specified holdover
for the protection of telephone circuits, AC power lines,
conditions. Holdover conditions involve the maximum bias
modems, power supplies, CATV and almost any application
voltage that can appear across a gas discharge tube under
where protection from large and/or unpredictable transients
specified current conditions and still allow the gas discharge
is desired.
tube to turn off. Under normal operating conditions, the GDT
shunted across a circuit, will act like an open switch with a
high insulation resistance.

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SCR
Voltage vs. Current Characteristics
SILICON CONTROLLED RECTIFIER (SCR): voltage. The zener is a good protector for circuits operating
Unlike the crowbar devices discussed above, the SCR is at low voltages. Caution is advised when designing the
a semiconductor. Like the GDT, the SCR will have a very device into RF circuits due to the diodes high capacitance.
low voltage drop across it while conducting. The SCR does
require a trigger signal when a surge is present before it Also available are silcon avalanche suppressers which are
Voltage (V)
can begin to conduct. This trigger signal is usually supplied referred to as transient voltage suppressers (TVS) diodes.
through the use of a zener diode. Packages that combine These diodes consist of fairlyBreakdown
large junction zeners which
the SCR and zener diode are now available. These packages have been designed specifically Voltage
for surge protection. The
TVS diodes are rated for higher current surges than zener
are monolithic devices and often contain an SCR-type Zener
thyristor with a gate region that acts like the avalanche diodes and they Voltage
can carry these currents for periods of 2-10
diode. Once triggered, the SCR begins to conduct, dropping microseconds.
the voltage across the zener diode to a value below the
130 are required. These
For use in AC signal lines, two zeners
zeners operating voltage and thus causing the zener to stop
are available as packagedCurrent
devices. Avalanche diodes are
(mA)
conducting. The SCR will conduct until the applied voltage
often used to protect ICs from static discharge and other
drops to zero (zero crossing of AC) or until the current falls
forms of transients in power supplies computer buses, and
below a specified value (sometimes referred to as a holding
data lines.
current).
SCR Avalanche Diode
Voltage vs. Current Characteristics Voltage vs. Current Characteristics
Leakage
Region
Clamping
Voltage (V)
Voltage (V)
Voltage
Breakdown
Voltage
Zener
Voltage
130 .001
Current (mA) Current (A)
Although typically having a faster response time than a MOV (METAL OXIDE VARISTOR): As its name
GDT, the SCR package is subject to higher leakage current suggests, the MOV is a voltage variable resistor made
Avalanche
and capacitance. The Diode
SCR package can handle currents from sintered metal oxides. The grains produced in the
Voltage
of several vs.amperes
hundred CurrentofCharacteristics
an 8/20 wave form and sintered metal oxide material of the MOV can be thought
packages are available that offer bi-directional protection. of as a network of series and parallel diodes. As the voltage
potential across the MOV increases, some of the diodes
CLAMPING PROTECTION: A clamping device actually experience avalanche breakdown and begin to conduct and
limits the voltage transient to a specified level by varying
Leakage
as a result, reduce the net resistance of the MOV.

Region
its internal resistance in response to the applied voltage.

Clamping
Voltage (V)
A clamping device must Voltage

absorb the transients energy The MOV can handle current pulses of higher peak values
and therefore, cannot withstand very high current levels. and for a longer duration than a diode, but the MOV can
Although these devices have quick response times, they are experience cumulative degradation and performance
subject to leakage currents and their capacitance values are changes after it is exposed to large current pulses when
higher than those found in the GDT. not properly selected. The high peak current surges
tend to fuse the oxide grains and thus alter the MOVs
ZENER (AVALANCHE) DIODE: The zener diode performance. Some engineers recommend that a fuse be
comes closest to.001 modeling the ideal constant voltage clamp.
used with an MOV as a large current surge could damage
It responds quickly to aCurrent (A) voltage potential and is
fast rising
the grain structure, fuse the grains together and result in the
available for a fairly wide range of clamping voltages (from
protected circuit being shorted out.
less than 10 volts up
The MOV is available in a wide range of voltages and
to several hundred volts). The zener is placed in parallel with
experiences a quick turn on time when subjected to a fast
the circuit to be protected and will not operate until a surge
rising surge. The MOV is subject to leakage current and high
exceeds the zeners breakdown voltage. The surge, causing
capacitance (10s to 1000s of picofarads). When designing
the zener to conduct will be clamped to the zeners rated
with a MOV it is necessary to remember that as the current
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through the device increases, the voltage which the MOV plating and the final seal is made in a gasfilled vacuum
clamps at is greatly increased. furnace using braze preforms made of copper-silver eutectic.
The electrodes used for GDTs are either copper or a nickel-
MOV iron alloy, often with a coating to lower the work function
Voltage vs. Current Characteristics and/or add gettering capability. Stripes or bands of semi-
conductive material are applied to the inner surfaces of the
ceramic to improve stability and high-speed response.
Region
Upturn
In contrast, most devices in Littelfuses High Energy Devices
Leakage
Region
Voltage (V)
product line are glass-to-metal units. This allows greater

flexibility in configuration and is ideal for the production of
Clamping standard and custom parts in more limited quantities. The
Voltage
electrodes of High Energy Devices are usually made of
refractory metals such as tungsten or molybdenum to meet
more extreme life and surge capacity requirements.
Gas Discharge Tube

.001 1000 Typical Operating Characteristics
Current (A)
A B C D E F G
GDT and MOV PROTECTION: In summary, there

is no one ideal surge arrester device type that meets all VB
Volts
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Maximum Surge Current 20,000 AMPS 500 AMPS 200 AMPS 50 AMPS
(8/20 sec wave form)
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CONSTRUCTION: Gas Discharge Tube (GDT) surge

arresters commonly employ hermetically-sealed enclosures
utilizing either ceramic-to-metal or glass-to-metal seals. The
many advantages of ceramic-to-metal units have made them
the norm for gas discharge tube surge arresters such as
Littelfuses GDTs. Along with being low cost, they offer high
product uniformity capable of handling extreme levels of
shock, vibration, and temperature.
The ceramic for GDTs is alumina ranging from 94- 98%

Al2O3. The ceramic-to-metal seals are prepared by moly-
manganese or tungsten metallizing processes with nickel

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THEORY
The basic operation of gas tube surge arrestors such as
Littelfuses GDTs is best understood by referring to the
schematic form of the voltage-current (V-i) relationship of a
generic gas discharge device such as the one depicted in
Figure 1.
A For voltages below the breakdown voltage, the gas

provides a good insulator. Very low leakage currents (10-
12A) occasionally encountered result from ionization by
cosmic rays, high energy photons, etc; and is, therefore,
subject to statistical fluctuations. A1 The current is
higher due to supplementary electron sources such as
photoemission.
B The discharge is self-sustaining due to gas ionization if

external agents such as those mentioned for regions
A and A1 are removed, the current will not change
(Townsend discharge). This occurs at the breakdown
voltage of the device.
C The transition region. As the electric field increases,

more secondary electrons are generated,decreasing the
voltage drop until the glow voltage (region D) is reached.
Stable operation can only be maintained with active
current regulation because of the negative slope of the
V-i characteristic.
D The glow region (or normal glow region). In this region,

the glow voltage is roughly constant with respect to
small changes in current.
E The abnormal glow region. In contrast to the normal

glow region, the glow voltage begins to increase as the
current is increased.
F The glow-to-arc transition region.
G The arc region. In this region, the arc voltage will quickly
drop and the arc current will quickly increase within the
limitations of the drive energy and impedance.
If the current through the gas discharge device is adjusted

over the range of values of 10-18 to 102 amps, the voltage
across the device will also vary. When a gas discharge
device is operated as a transient voltage protector, the
modes of operation of greatest significance are in regions
A, F, and G. The applied voltage is normally less than the
breakdown voltage of the device, VBD, at which time the
current through the device is in the A region. The charged
carriers of electric current in this mode originate from
the cathode by photon emission and within the fill gas by
collisions of gas particles with cosmic rays (or radioactive
decay particles if an isotope is used in the device).
As soon as the applied voltage across the device exceeds

the breakdown voltage, the current through the device
increases rapidly to values of several amps or greater. The
rate of current rise and the level reached is limited by the
source capacity and the series impedance of the circuit. The
voltage across the device at this time is very low with typical
values of 20V or less.
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AC and CG3 Series
AC and CG3 Series RoHS
Description
Littelfuse AC series two-electrode line protectors

provide a high degree of surge protection in AC line
applications. The two models, AC120 and AC240
are designed for use with 120VAC and 240VAC lines
respectively. They are able to extinguish AC follow-on
currents of at least 200A.
Littelfuse CG3 two electrode high voltage (1.0 - 7.5

KV) devices are designed for surge protection and
high isolation applications, and for applications
for which bias voltages or signal levels of several
hundred volts are normally present.
Agency Approvals
Features
AGENCY AGENCY FILE NUMBER
Rugged ceramic-metal Available in tape-and-
E320116* construction reel packaging
Low capacitance (<1.5 Available with or
*NOTE: CG3 7.5 product UL approval is currently pending
pF) without leads
2 Electrode GDT Graphical Symbol

Applications
AC Series:
Long branch circuits Power supplies
(AC wall outlet) Test equipment
Short branch circuits Submersible pumps
(at breaker box,
Medical electronics
Additional Information computer, etc)
CG3 Series:
CRT terminals Power supplies
CATV equipment Medical electronics
Datasheet Resources Samples
AC Series AC Series AC Series Antennas

CG3 Series CG3 Series CG3 Series

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AC and CG3 Series
Electrical Characteristics
Device Specifications (at 25C) Life Ratings

Device Dimension Type
DC Breakdown Impulse Impulse Insulation Capaci- Arc Max Nominal AC Nominal Max
in Volts Break- Break- Resistance tance Voltage Follow AC Discharge Impulse Surge
(@100V/s) down down In (@1MHz) (on state On Discharge Current Discharge Current5
in Volts Volts Voltage) Current3 Current (1 x 50Hz Current4 (@8/20s)
@1Amp Min (10x1sec 9 cycles)
(@100V/s) (@1 Kv/sec) (@8/20s)
@50-60Hz)
Part
Number MIN TYP MAX MAX MIN MAX TYP
AC1201 A 230 285 340 500 550 10 G 200 10 shots 1 shot
<1.5 pf ~ 25 V 5A 65 A
AC2401 A 480 600 720 1100 1200 (at 100V) Amps 5kA 10kA
CG3 1.01 A 800 1000 1200 1400 1500
CG3 1.11 A 880 1100 1320 1600 1700
CG3 1.21 A 960 1200 1440 1700 1800
CG3 1.31 A 1040 1300 1560 1800 1900
CG3 1.51 A 1200 1500 1800 1800 2000
CG3 2.01 A 1600 2000 2400 2500 2750
CG3 2.51 A 2000 2500 3000 3200 3500
CG3 2.71 A 2160 2700 3240 3600 4000 10 G 200 10 shots 1 shot
<1.5 pf ~ 25 V N/A N/A
CG3 3.01 A 2400 3000 3600 4000 4200 (at 100V) Amps 5kA 10kA
CG3 3.31 A 2640 3300 3960 4600 4700
CG3 4.0 2
B 3200 4000 4800 5800 6000
CG3 4.52 B 3600 4500 5400 6150 6500
CG3 5.02 B 4000 5000 6000 7500 8000
CG3 6.22,7 B 4960 6200 7440 8100 9500
CG3 6.52,7 B 5200 6500 7800 9500 10000
CG3 7.52,6,7 B 6000 7500 9000 10000 10600
NOTES:
1. Refer to Production Dimensions section, outline A devices
2. Refer to Production Dimensions section, outline B devices Product Characteristics
3. Tested to UL1449 -- 120V r.ms. for AC120, 230V r.m.s. all others.
Conducted with suitable MOV connected in series.
4. 10 x [5(+) and 5(-)] applications 5kA @ 8/20s Core Outline A & B items:
5. 1 x [1(+) and 1(-)] application 10kA @ 8/20s Device: Tin Plated 17.512.5 Microns
6. CG3 7.5 product UL approval is currently pending Materials
Axial Outline A & B items:
7. When ordering this item, use suffix code D004 when entering the part number.
The older product version without D004 suffix code has been discontinued.
Device & Wire: Tin Plated 17.512.5 Microns
Refer to Part Numbering System section for additional information.
LF Logo, Voltage and date code;
Product Marking
Black ink positive print
Glow to arc
< 0.5Amps
transition current
Glow Voltage ~ 140 Volts
Storage and
Operational -40 to +90
Temperature

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AC and CG3 Series
Soldering Parameters - Reflow Soldering (Surface Mount Devices)
Reflow Condition Pb Free assembly tP

TP
Critical Zone
Ramp-up TL to TP
- Temperature Min (Ts(min)) 150C
TL
Pre Heat - Temperature Max (Ts(max)) 200C tL
TS(max)
Temperature
- Time (Min to Max) (ts) 60 180 secs
Ramp-down
Average ramp up rate (Liquidus Temp
3C/second max Preheat
(TL) to peak TS(min)
tS
TS(max) to TL - Ramp-up Rate 5C/second max
- Temperature (TL) (Liquidus) 217C 25
Reflow
- Temperature (tL) 60 150 seconds time to peak temperature
(t 25C to peak) Time
Peak Temperature (TP) 260+0/-5 C
Time within 5C of actual peak
10 30 seconds
Temperature (tp)
Ramp-down Rate 6C/second max
Time 25C to peak Temperature (TP) 8 minutes Max.
Do not exceed 260C
Soldering Parameters - Wave Soldering (Thru-Hole Devices)
300 Recommended Process Parameters:

280
Temperature (C) - Measured on bottom side of board
260 Wave Parameter Lead-Free Recommendation

240
Preheat:
220
(Depends on Flux Activation Temperature) (Typical Industry Recommendation)
200
180
Temperature Minimum: 100 C
160 Temperature Maximum: 150 C
140
Preheat Time: 60-180 seconds
120
100
Solder Pot Temperature: 280 C Maximum
80
60 Solder Dwell Time: 2-5 seconds

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Time (Seconds)
Preheat Time Cooling Time

Dwell Time
Soldering Parameters - Hand Soldering
Solder Iron Temperature: 350 C +/- 5C

Heating Time: 5 seconds max.

Revised: 11/06/15
Gas Discharge Tubes
AC and CG3 Series
Device Dimensions Part Numbering System and Ordering Information
Axial PROFILE VIEW TOP VIEW AC XXX XXX CG3 X.X XXX D004
Series Series
0.80DIA. TYP. CG3
[0.031] AC Line Voltage Breakdown Voltage
120 = 120V
A 8.0 0.2
[0.314 0.008]
240 = 240V
1.0 = 1000V
1.1 = 1100V
1.2 = 1200V
Lead / Packaging Option 1.3 = 1300V
= Core (no leads) / Bulk pack, 400 pcs per bag 1.5 = 1500V
L = Leaded / Bulk pack, 50 pcs per tray 2.0 = 2000V
6.0 0.2 LTR = Leaded / Tape & Reel, 500 pcs per reel 2.5 = 2500V
[0.236 0.008]
2.7 = 2700V
62 2 3.0 = 3000V
[2.441 0.079] 3.3 = 3300V
4.0 = 4000V
4.5 = 4500V
7.9 0.3
[0.311 0.012] 5.0 = 5000V
6.2 = 6200V
6.5 = 6500V
7.5 = 7500V
8.0 0.2
B [0.314 0.008] Lead / Packaging Option
= Core (no leads) / Bulk pack, 400 pcs per bag
0.80DIA. TYP. L = Leaded / Bulk pack, 50 pcs per tray
[0.031] LTR = Leaded / Tape & Reel, 500 pcs per reel
<1.2 Max. Lead Bend
Special Suffix Code
SEMIPROFILE VIEW Enter this D004 special suffix code when placing orders
for CG36.2, CG36.5 and CG37.5 only
Core PROFILE VIEW TOP VIEW
A 8.0 0.2
[0.314 0.008]
<0.8 Max
52.4
6.0 0.2 [2.063]
[0.236 0.008]
22.8
[0.898]
B 8.0 0.2
[0.314 0.008]
6.4
[0.252]
7.9 0.3 5.0 Pitch
[0.311 0.012]
[0.197]
Packaging Dimensions
For 'LTR' Option Code Axial Lead Items <1.2 Max. Lead Bend
254.0 - 356.0
[10.0 - 14.0]
<0.8 Max
52.4 Direction of Feed

80.0
[2.063]
[3.15]
22.8
[0.898]
6.4
[0.252]
5.0 Pitch
[0.197]
254.0 - 356.0
[10.0 - 14.0]
2015 Littelfuse, Inc. 80.0 Direction of Feed
Specifications are subject

[3.15] to change without notice.
Revised: 11/06/15
Gas Discharge Tubes
CG5 and SL0902A Series
CG5 and SL0902A Series RoHS
Description
Littelfuse Broadband Optimized SL0902A Series offers

high surge ratings in a miniature package. Special design
features provide high levels of protection against fast
rising transients in the 100V/s to 1kV/s range usually
caused by lightning disturbances. Low insertion loss is
perfectly suited to broadband equipment applications.
The capacitance does not vary with voltage, and will
not cause operational problems with ADSL2+, where
capacitance variation across Tip and Ring is undesirable.
These devices are extremely robust and are able to
divert a 2500A pulse without destruction. For AC
Power Cross of long duration, overcurrent protection is
Agency Approvals recommended.

Littelfuse CG5 MS mini surge arresters are specifically
designed for protection of electrical and communication
E128662 (exception: CG550) equipment against over voltage transients in surface
mount assembly applications. This series offers the most
cutting edge protection using non-radioactive elements.
Features
RoHS compliant and Ultra small devices

Lead-free offered in a variety of
GHz working frequency mounting lead forms
Excellent stability on Non-Radioactive
multiple pulse duty cycle Low capacitance (<1pF)
Additional Information Excellent response to Voltage Ranges 90V to
fast rising transients. 600V
Ultra Low Insertion Loss UL recognized
5KA surge capability Conforms to ITU-T K12,
CG5 Series CG5 Series CG5 Series tested with 8/20S IEC 1000-4-5
pulse as defined by IEC
61000-4-5

SL0902A SL0902A SL0902A Applications
Communication Broadband equipment

equipment ADSL equipment,
CATV equipment including ADSL2+
Test equipment XDSL equipment
Data lines Satellite and CATV
Power supplies equipment
Telecom SLIC General telecom
protection equipment

Revised: 11/06/15
Gas Discharge Tubes

DC Breakdown Impulse Impulse Insulation Capaci- Surge Nominal Nominal AC Max
in Volts Breakdown Breakdown Resistance tance Life Impulse AC Dischage Impulse
(@100V/s) in Volts In Volts (@1MHz) (10/1000s) Discharge Discharge Current Discharge
(@100V/s) (@1 Kv/sec) Current Current (9 cycle @50Hz) Current
(10x1sec
(8/20s) (1 Application
@50-60Hz)
@ 10/350s)
Part Number MIN TYP MAX MAX MIN MAX
SL0902A090 10
10
72 90 108 550 700
CG590 (at 50V)
CG5145 116 145 174 550 650
CG5150 120 150 180 550
SL0902A230
184 230 276 550 650
CG5230
CG5250 200 250 300 600
300 shots 10 shots
CG5270 216 270 324 650 1010 1.5 pf 5A 10 A 0.5kA
(@100A) (@5kA)
SL0902A350 (at 100V)
280 350 420 800 900
CG5350
CG5400 320 400 480 900
SL0902A420 336 420 504 900 1000
CG5470 376 470 564 1000 1200
SL0902A600
480 600 720 1350 1500
CG5600
Product Characteristics
CG5xxxLS (Outline 500), CG5xxxxLTR Product Marking LF Logo, Voltage and date code
& CG5350L-03TR (Outline 502), and
CG5xxxL-02 (Outline 503): Device Glow to arc
< 0.5Amps
Nickel Plated 25 Microns Wire Tin Plated transition current
17.512.5 Microns Construction Ceramic
Materials
Insulator. Glow Voltage 140 Volts
CG5xxx (Outline 501), and CG5xxxMS
& SL0902AxxxSM (Outline 505): Storage and
Device Tin Plated 17.512.5 Microns Operational -40 to +90
Construction Ceramic Insulator. Temperature
Voltage vs. Time Characteristic Typical Insertion Loss
@ 1.0 GHz = 0.01 dB

Max dynamic breakover
voltage @ 1.4GHz = 0.1 dB
@ 1.8 GHz = 0.53 dB
@ 2.1 GHz = 0.81 dB
Voltage
@ 2.45 GHz= 1 dB
(V)
@ 2.8 GHz = 1.2 dB

Hold-over voltage
@ 3.1 GHz = 1.5 dB
On-State voltage @ 3.5 GHz = 2.1 dB
0 200 400 600 800 1000 1200

Time (ns)

Revised: 11/06/15
Gas Discharge Tubes
Device Dimensions
Outline 500 - CG5xxxLS Outline 503 - CG5xxxL-02 (except CG5600L-02, see Outline 502)
PROFILE VIEW TOP VIEW PROFILE VIEW TOP VIEW
5.00 0.20 5.00 0.20

[0.197 0.008] [0.197 0.008]
5.0 0.2
[0.197 0.008]
40 3
5.30 0.30
[0.209 0.012]
3.0 0.3 5.0 0.2
[0.118 0.008] [0.197 0.008]
0.80
0.004 5.30 0.30 [0.031] 0.80DIA. TYP.
2 Surfaces 0.40 0.03 [0.209 0.012] 6.3 0.2 [0.031]
[0.016 0.0012] [2.480 0.079]
8.00 0.30
[0.315 0.012]
9.30 0.30
[0.366 0.012]
Outline 505 - CG5xxxMS and SL0902AxxxSM
SOLDER PAD LAYOUT
PROFILE VIEW TOP VIEW
8.00
[0.315] 6.6 0.2
[0.260 0.008]
5.50
[0.216]
5.4 0.15
[0.212 0.006]
1.80
[0.071]
0.5 0.1
9.80 [0.02 0.004 ] 3.8
[0.386] [0.15]
5.0 0.2 5.4 0.15
[0.197 0.008] [0.212 0.006]
Outline 501 - CG5xxx SOLDER PAD LAYOUT

4.50
[0.18]
5.10
5.0 0.15 [0.2]
[0.197 0.006]
0.70
[0.028]
5.0 0.2
[0.197 0.008]
Outline 502 - CG5xxxLTR (also CG5350L-03TR, CG5600L-02)
0.80 DIA. TYP. 5.0 0.2

[0.024] [0.197 0.008]
5.0 0.2
[0.197 0.008]
62 2
[2.441 0.079]

Revised: 11/06/15
Gas Discharge Tubes

TP
Critical Zone
Ramp-up TL to TP
TL
TS(max)
Temperature
Ramp-down
tS
Reflow
10 30 seconds
Temperature (tp) Soldering Parameters - Hand Soldering
Time 25C to peak Temperature (TP) 8 minutes Max. Heating Time: 5 seconds max.
Do not exceed 260C

280

240
Preheat:
220
200
180
140
120
100
80

40
20 Note: These devices are not recommended for IR

0
or Convection Reflow process.
100
110
120
130
140
150
160
170
180
190
200
210
220
230
240
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
0
Time (Seconds)

Dwell Time

Revised: 11/06/15
Gas Discharge Tubes
Part Numbering System and Ordering Information
CG5 xxx L TR SL0902A xxx SM

Series Series
CG5 SL0902A
Breakdown Voltage Breakdown Voltage

090 = 90V
90 = 90V
230 = 230V
230 = 230V 350 = 350V
350 = 350V 420 = 420V
600 = 600V
Lead Option Code
Lead Option Code
SM = Surface Mount
(Blank) = Core Device (No Leads)
L = Straight Leads (Packaging Option Code is not applicable for SL0902A)
LS = Shaped Leads
MS = Surface Mount
Packaging Option Code

(Blank) = Bulk (Applies to Core Devices Only)
TR = Tape & Reel
Packaging
Device Dimensions Quantity and Packaging

Part Number and Device Type
Reference Description
CG5xxx Core Outline 501 1000pcs/bag in bulk packaging
CG5xxxLS Shaped Leads Outline 500 900pcs/reel in carrier and tape*
CG5xxxLTR
Straight Axial Leads Outline 502 1000pcs/reel in tape and reel*
CG5xxxL-03TR**
CG5xxxL-02** Bent Radial Leads Outline 503 50pcs/tray in tray and cover
CG5xxxMS
Surface mount Outline 505 900pcs/reel in carrier and tape*
SL0902AxxxSM
* For tape specifications and dimensions, please contact factory.
** Special order items not available for general sale. Please contact Littelfuse for details.

Revised: 11/06/15
Gas Discharge Tubes
SL1002A Series
SL1002A Series RoHS
Description
The Broadband Optimized SL1002A series has
been especially developed for use in broadband
equipment. Special design features provide high
levels of protection against fast rising transients
in the 100V/s to 1kV/s range usually caused by
lightning disturbances. These devices have ultra low
capacitance (typically 1.2pF or less) and present
insignicant signal losses up to 1.5GHz. These
devices are extremely robust and are able to divert
a 5000A pulse without destruction. For AC Power
Cross of long duration, overcurrent protection is
recommended.
Agency Approvals
Features
RoHS compliant/Lead- 10/700 6kV capability,
E128662 free as per ITU-T Rec. K.21,
Ultra low insertion loss enhanced test level
2 Electrode GDT Graphical Symbol Surface mountable 2000 A 2/10s surge
rating
5kA surge capability
tested with 8/20S Meet FCC part 68
Pulse as dened by IEC 10/160s waveform,
61000-4-5 200A test and 10/560s
waveform 100A test
Excellent response to
fast rising transients Halogen-free
Additional Information Can be used to meet

Telcordia GR1089
without series
resistance
Datasheet Resources Samples Applications
Broadband equipment Satellite and CATV

ADSL equipment equipment
XDSL equipment General telecom
equipment

Revised: 11/06/15
Gas Discharge Tubes
SL1002A Series

DC Breakdown Impulse Impulse Insulation Capaci- Arc Surge Nominal Nominal DC Max Impulse Discharge
in Volts1,2 Breakdown Breakdown Resistance tance Voltage Life Impulse AC Holdover Current
Part Number (@100V/s) in Volts3,4 in Volts3,4 (@1MHz (on state Discharge Discharge Voltage5 (1 Application)
(@100A
voltage) Current Current
(@100V/s) (@1kV/s) 0V Bias) 10/1000s)
@1Amp Min (10x1s
(8/20s)
@50-60Hz)
MIN TYP MAX MAX MIN MAX TYP TYP @ 2/10 s @ 10/350 s
SL1002A075 60 75 90 109
400 650 50 V
SL1002A090 72 90 108 (at 50V)
SL1002A230 184 230 276
SL1002A250 200 250 300 600 700
SL1002A260 210 260 310 109 300 10 shots7
1.2 pF ~15 V 5A 2 kA 1.5 kA
SL1002A350 280 350 420 800 900 (at 100V) shots6 (@ 5kA)
135 V
SL1002A470 376 470 564 900 1000
SL1002A600 480 600 720 1100 1200
109
SL1002A600SP 570 600 780 1200 1300
(at 500V)
Notes:
1. At delivery AQL 0.65 level II, DIN ISO 2859
2. In ionized mode
3. In ionized mode, tested according to ITU-T Rec. K.12
4. Comparable to the silicon measurement Switching Voltage (Vs)
5. Reference REA PE-80, 0.2A. Tested to ITU-T Rec. K.12 and REA PE-80 < 150 msecs.
6. 300 Applications [150(+) & 150(-)]
7. 10x[5x (+) & 5x (-)] Applications
Construction = Ceramic Insulator Glow to Arc

< 0.5 Amps
Materials Device Finish = Dull Tin-plated 17.5 +/-12.5 Transition Current
microns
Glow Voltage ~60 - 140 Volts
Littelfuse 'LF' Mark, voltage and date
Product Marking
code Storage and
Operational -40 to +90C
Temperature
Voltage vs. Time Characteristics
Max dynamic
breakover voltage
Voltage
(V)
Hold-over voltage
On-State voltage
0 200 400 600 800 1000 1200

Time (ns)

Revised: 11/06/15
Gas Discharge Tubes
SL1002A Series
Insertion Loss Characteristics
Typical Insertion Loss Characteristics (90V) Typical Insertion Loss Characteristics (600V)
2 2
0 0
-2
-2
-4
-4
-6
S21 [dB]
S21 [dB]
-6
-8
-8
-10
-10
-12
-12
-14
-16 -14
-18 -16
1.E+07 1.E+08 1.E+09 1.E+10 1.E+11 1.E+07 1.E+08 1.E+09 1.E+10 1.E+11
Frequency [Hz] Frequency [Hz]
Device Dimensions
'C' Type Core Devices 'SM' Type Surface Mount Devices

Dimensions are in millimeters [and inches] Dimensions are in millimeters [and inches]
TOP VIEW PROFILE VIEW SEMIPROFILE VIEW

6.0 0.15
4.1 0.2 6.2 0.15
[0.236 0.0059]
[0.161 0.0079] 3.9 Ref 3.6 0.2
3.6 0.2 [0.154 Ref] [0.142 0.0079]
[0.142 0.0079] 4.1 0.2
[0.161 0.0079]
6.0 0.15
6.2 0.15
0.50
7.
0.50
5

0.
2
SOLDER PAD LAYOUT
1.30 [0.051]
5.00 [0.197]
3.50 [0.138]

Revised: 11/06/15
Gas Discharge Tubes
SL1002A Series
Reflow Condition Pb-free assembly tP

TP
Critical Zone
Ramp-up TL to TP
TL
TS(max)
Temperature
- Time (Min to Max) (ts) 60 180 seconds
Ramp-down
Average Ramp-up Rate (Liquidus Temp
3C/second max. Preheat
(TL) to peak) TS(min)
tS
TS(max) to TL - Ramp-up Rate 5C/second max.
Reflow
Time within 5C of Actual Peak
10 30 seconds
Temperature (tp)
Ramp-down Rate 6C/second max.
Time 25C to Peak Temperature (TP) 8 minutes max.
Do not exceed 260C

280

240
Preheat:
220
200
180 Temperature Minimum: 100 C

160
Temperature Maximum: 150 C
140
120
100
80

40
20
0
100
110
120
130
140
150
160
170
180
190
200
210
220
230
240
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
0
Time (Seconds)

Dwell Time


Revised: 11/06/15
Gas Discharge Tubes
SL1002A Series
Packaging
C Type Core Items: Package bulk pack in polybag, 1000 pcs/bag
'SM' Type Surface Mount Items: Packaged tape and reel carrier, 1000 pcs/reel (specifications below)
6.5 0.1
275.0
1.50 +0.10 [0.256 0.004] [10.83]
0
0.40
[0.059 +0.004 ] [0.016] 100.0
0
[3.94]
3
76.0
[0.256 0.004]
[2.99]
[0.630 0.012]
25.0
6.5 0.1
16 0.3
[0.98]
[0.295 0.004]
7.5 0.1
R0.30 max.
[0.012] 17.7
[0.697]
1.50 2 0.1 8 0.1 [0.069 0.004]
1.75 0.1
Direction of Feed
[0.059] [0.079 0.004] [0.315 0.004]
10x4=40 0.2 4 0.1
[10x0.157=1.575 0.008] [0.157 0.004]
SL1002 A XXX XX
Surge Capability
Voltage
Pin Configuration
C = Core (Packed in polybag, 1000pcs/bag)
SM = Surface Mount (Packed in carrier and tape, 1000pcs/reel)

Revised: 11/06/15
Gas Discharge Tubes
SL1003A Series
SL1003A Series RoHS
Description
The SL1003A series has been especially developed
for Broadband equipment. Special design features
provide high levels of protection against fast rising
transients in the 100V/s to 1kV/s range usually
caused by lightning disturbances.
These devices have ultra low capacitance 1.5pF and

present insignicant signal losses up to 1.5GHz.
divert a 5000A pulse without destruction. For AC
Power Cross of long duration, over-current protection
is recommended.
Agency Approvals
Features
AGENCY AGENCY FILE NUMBER RoHS compliant Can be used to meet

Low insertion loss Telcordia GR1089
E128662 without series
Surface mountable
resistance
5kA surge capability
10/700 6kV capability,
3 Electrode GDT Graphical Symbol tested with 8/20/s
as per ITU-Tk.21,
pulse as dened by IEC
enhanced test level
61000-4-5
2000 Amp 2/10s surge
GHz working frequency
rating
fast rising transients
Additional Information Applications

ADSL equipment equipment
equipment

Revised: 11/06/15
Gas Discharge Tubes
SL1003A Series

DC Breakdown Impulse Impulse Insulation Capaci- Arc Surge Nominal Nominal AC DC Max Impulse
in Volts1,2,3 Breakdown Breakdown Resistance tance Voltage Life Impulse AC Discharge Holdover Discharge
Part Number (@100V/s) in Volts2,3 In Volts2,3 (@1MHz (on state Discharge Discharge Current Voltage4 Current
(@200A
Voltage) Current Current (9 Cycles @
(@100V/s) (@1kV/s) 0V Bias) 10/1000s) (1 Application)
@1Amp Min (10x1s 50Hz)
(8/20s)
@50Hz)
MIN TYP MAX MAX MIN MAX TYP TYP @ 10/350s
109
SL1003A090 72 90 108
700 (at 50V) 50 V
SL1003A230 184 230 276 600
SL1003A250 200 250 300
750
SL1003A260 210 260 310 ~10 to 300 10 shots
1.5 pF 10 A 30 A 2 kA
SL1003A300 240 300 360 750 850 109 35 V shots (@10kA)
SL1003A350 280 350 420 800 900 (at 100V) 135 V
SL1003A400 320 400 480 850 950
SL1003A450 360 450 540 900 1000
SL1003A500 400 500 600 1100 1400
Notes:
4. Reference REA PE-80, 0.2A. Tested to ITU-T Rec. K.12 and REA PE-80 < 150 msecs.
Leaded Device: Glow to Arc

~1 Amp
Materials Tin-plated copper wire Transition Current
Core and Surface Mount: Dull Tin-plated
Glow Voltage ~60 to 200 Volts
Product Marking
code Storage and
Temperature

Revised: 11/06/15
Gas Discharge Tubes
SL1003A Series
Device Dimensions
For SL1003A series: Dimensions are in millimeters [and inches]
'R' Type Radial Lead Devices (SL1003AxxxR-001) 'C' Type Core Devices
12.2 - 0.2 6.0 0.1

[0.480 - 0.079] [0.236 0.039]
8.1 0.2
[0.236 0.039]
8.1 0.2 6.0 0.1
[0.319 0.0079] [0.236 0.0039]
4.3 + 1.5 6.0 0.5

[0.169 + 0.059] [0.236 0.020]
4.4 0.3 4.4 0.3 0.8 DIA.

[0.173 0.012] [0.173 0.012] [0.031]
'R' Type Radial Lead Devices (SL1003AxxxR and SL1003AxxxRF) 'SM' Type Surface Mount Devices
TOP VIEW
12.2 - 2 6.0 0.1 PROFILE VIEW
[0.480 - 0.079] [0.236 0.039]
6.0 0.1 8.1 0.2
8.1 0.2
3.20 [0.319 0.0079]
[0.236 0.039] [0.126] 2.8 2.8
[0.110] [0.110]
6.0 0.1 1.5

[0.059]
4.3 + 1.5 6.0 0.5

[0.169 + 0.059] [0.236 0.020]
0.5
[0.019]

6.
8

0.
3.9 0.3 3.9 0.3 0.8 DIA.

1
[0.154 0.012] [0.154 0.012] [0.031]

TOP VIEW
2.20
[0.087]
1.20 1.20
[0.04] [0.047]
12.2 - 2 6.0 0.1
[0.480 - 0.079] [0.236 0.039]
1.2 Max 8.1 0.2 7.00
[0.047] [0.236 0.039]
[0.275]
6.000 allow space
[0.236] for product
clearance
6.7 0.5
[0.263 0.020]
2.10 2.10
[0.083] [0.083]
6.40
4.3 + 1.5 6.0 0.5 [0.252]
[0.169 + 0.059] [0.236 0.020]
7.60
[0.299]
3.9 0.3 3.9 0.3 0.8 DIA.

8.80
[0.154 0.012] [0.154 0.012] [0.031] [0.346]

Revised: 11/06/15
Gas Discharge Tubes
SL1003A Series

TP
Critical Zone
Ramp-up TL to TP
TL
TS(max)
Temperature
Ramp-down
tS
Reflow
10 30 seconds
Temperature (tp)
Do not exceed 260C

280

240
Preheat:
220
200

160
140
120
100
80

40
20
0
100
110
120
130
140
150
160
170
180
190
200
210
220
230
240
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
0
Time (Seconds)

Dwell Time


Revised: 11/06/15
Gas Discharge Tubes
SL1003A Series
Packaging
'C' Type Core Items: Package bulk pack in polybag, 500 pcs/bag
'R' and RF Type Radial Lead Items: Packed in tray, 100 pcs/tray
[0.069 0.0039]
10x4 0.1 = 40 0.2 1.5 +0.1

[10x0.157 0.004 = 1.575 0.008] [0.059 +0.0039]
0.4 0.05 1.5 +0.1 4 0.1 2 0.1
1.75 0.1
[0.059 +0.0039] [0.157 0.0039] [0.079 0.0039] 275.0

[0.016 0.0020] [10.83]
3 [0.118] 100.0
ax
[3.94]
m
76.0
20
[0.453 0.0039]
[2.99] 25.0
11.5 0.1
[0.98]
[ 0.945 0.012]
[0.339 0.0039]
24 0.3
14 [0.551]
4 [0.157]
8.6 0.1
17.7
[0.697]
Direction of Feed
5 m
7.4 0.1 12 0.1

[0.291 0.0039] [0.472 0.0039] 3 9
a x
[0.118] [0.354]
6.1 0.1
R0.3 typical [0.240 0.0039]
[0.012]
SMD-tape according to IEC 60286-3
SL1003 A XXX XX
Type 3 Pole Arrestor

Voltage
Pin Configuration
C = Core type (Packed in polybag, 500pcs/bag)
R = Radial Lead without Failsafe (Packed in tray, 100pcs/tray)
RF = Radial Lead with Failsafe (Packed in tray, 100pcs/tray)

Revised: 11/06/15
Gas Discharge Tubes
SL1010A Series
SL1010A Series RoHS
Description
The SL1010A Series Gas Discharge Tube (GDT) offers
a compact, three-terminal, surface mount component
thats just 5mm in diameter. It is rated for 10 hits
(5 repetitions) of a 5kA 8/20s surge event with a
low off-state capacitance of 1.5pF. Its low arc voltage
parameter of 10V reduces thermal accumulation
during long-term power fault events.
Agency Approvals
Features
AGENCY AGENCY FILE NUMBER 5mm diameter size High current rating
Low insertion loss Stable performance
E128662
Fast response time over lifetime
Single component Lead-free and RoHS
3 Electrode GDT Graphical Symbol balanced protector compliant
(T-grd & R-grd) UL Recognized
Applications
Data lines General telecom

Broadband interfaces equipment
Additional Information such as ADSL2/VDSL2 Industrial automation
xDSL equipment Home gateway
Satellite and CATV
equipment

Revised: 11/06/15
Gas Discharge Tubes
SL1010A Series
Device Specifications (at 25C)

DC Breakdown Impulse Impulse Insulation Capacitance Arc Nominal Impulse Nominal Impulse
in Volts1,2,3 Breakdown in Breakdown In Resistance (@1MHz 0V Bias) Voltage Discharge Discharge Current
Part Number Volts2,3 (on state Voltage) Current
(@100V/s) Volts2,3 (@100V/s) (x1@10/350s)
@1Amp Min
(@1kV/s) (x10@8/20s)
MIN TYP MAX MAX MIN MAX
SL1010A075 60 75 90 450 600

SL1010A090 72 90 108
550 700 >1G
SL1010A170 136 170 204 (at 50VDC) <1.5 pF ~10 V 5kA 1kA
SL1010A230 184 230 276 580 750
SL1010A350 280 350 420 850 1000
SL1010A470 376 470 564 800 950
Notes:
4. Total current through center electrode at 10kA, through side electrode respectively at 5kA
Construction: Ceramic Insulator Glow to Arc Transition Current ~1 Amp

Materials Device Finish: Dull Tin-plated
17.5 +/- 12.5 microns Glow Voltage ~60 Volts
Product Marking Littelfuse 'LF' Mark, voltage and date code Storage and Operational Temperature -40 to +90C
Device Dimensions
For SL1010A series: Dimensions are in millimeters [and inches]
7,6 0,2 8,2
5 0,2 1,6 0,1 0,4 0,05 1 2,2 1

0,1
0,2
4,7
2
0,
6
tin-plated recommended pad outline
For SL1010A series failsafe version:

Revised: 11/06/15
Gas Discharge Tubes
SL1010A Series

TP
Critical Zone
Ramp-up TL to TP
TL
TS(max)
Temperature
Ramp-down
tS
Reflow
Peak Temperature (TP) 260 +0/-5
C
10 30 seconds
Temperature (tp)
Do not exceed 260C

Packaging
275.0
[10.83]
100.0
[3.94]
76.0
[2.99] 25.0
[0.98]
17.7
[0.697]
Direction of Feed

SL1010A XXX XX
SL1010A Series
Voltage
Pin Configuration
F = with Failsafe (Packed in carrier and tape, 900pcs/reel)
SMF = Surface Mount with Failsafe (Packed in carrier and tape, 900pcs/reel)

Revised: 11/06/15
Gas Discharge Tubes
SL1011A and SL1411A Series
SL1011A and SL1411A Series RoHS
Description
The SL1011A and SL1411A series provides high levels
of protection against fast rising transients in the
100V/s to 1kV/s range usually caused by lightning
disturbances.
The SL1011A and SL1411A series offers low

capacitance (< 1.5pf) which provides low insertion
loss at high frequencies.
SL1011A offers 5kA protection without destruction

whereas the SL1411A offer 10kA surge protection
without destruction (maximum single surge of 12kA
@ 8/20s).
Agency Approvals
Features
RoHS compliant 5kA (SL1011A) or
E128662 10kA (SL1411A) surge
Low insertion loss
capability tested with
2 Electrode GDT Graphical Symbol 8/20s
pulse as defined by
Ultra low capacitance IEC 61000-4-5
Applications

Additional Information equipment
ADSL equipment
equipment

SL1011A SL1011A SL1011A
SL1011A

SL1411A SL1411A SL1411A
SL1411A

Revised: 11/06/15
Gas Discharge Tubes

DC Breakdown Impulse Impulse Insulation Capaci- Arc Surge Nominal Nominal AC DC Max Impulse
in Volts1,2 Breakdown Breakdown Resistance tance Voltage Life Impulse AC Dischage Holdover Discharge Current
Part Number (@100V/s) in Volts3 In Volts (@1MHz) (on state Discharge Discharge Current Voltage4 (1 Application)
(@100A
Voltage) Current (9 Cycles @
(@100V/s) (@1kV/s) 10/1000s) Current
@1Amp Min (10x1s 50Hz)
(8/20s)
@50-60Hz)
MIN TYP MAX MAX MIN MAX TYP TYP @ 8/20s @ 10/350s
SL1011A075
60 75 90 500 700
SL1411A075 1010
SL1011A090 (at 50V)
72 90 108 500 600
SL1411A090 50 V
SL1011A145 116 145 174 500 650
SL1011A150
120 150 180 500 650
SL1411A150
SL1011A:
SL1011A230
184 230 276 550 700 10 shots SL1011A: SL1011A:
SL1411A230 (@5kA) 5A 20 A
300 SL1411A:
SL1011A250 1.5 pF ~20 V 1 kA
200 250 300 600 800 shots 12 kA
SL1411A250 SL1411A: SL1411A: SL1411A:
10
10
10 shots 10 A 65 A
SL1011A260 210 260 310 600 800 (at 100V)
(@10kA)
SL1011A350
280 350 420 800 900 135 V
SL1411A350
SL1011A470
376 470 564 1000 1100
SL1411A470
SL1011A500 400 500 600 1100 1200
SL1011A600
480 600 720 1200 1400
SL1411A600
Notes:
2. In ionized mode
4. Tested according to ITU-T Rec. K.12 < 150 msecs.
Leaded Device: Nickel-plated with Tin- Glow to Arc

< 0.5 Amps
Materials plated wires Transition Current
Core and Surface Mount: Dull Tin-plated
Glow Voltage ~60 Volts
Product Marking
code Storage and
Temperature

Revised: 11/06/15
Gas Discharge Tubes
Device Dimensions
For SL1011A Series:
'A' Type Axial Lead Devices 'C' Type Core Devices

8.0 0.2
[0.315 0.0079]
6.05 0.2
0.8 [0.238 0.0079]
[0.031]
8.0 0.2
[0.315 0.0079]
8.0 0.2
6.05 0.2
[0.238 0.0079]
62 2
For SL1411A series:
'A' Type Axial Lead Devices 'SM' Type Surface Mount Devices
PROFILE VIEW TOP VIEW TOP VIEW PROFILE VIEW SEMIPROFILE VIEW
8.3 0.1
1.0 4 [0.157]
[0.039] 5.55 [0.219]
+ 0.10 6.05 0.2
8.0 0.30
[0.238 0.0079]
[0.315 + 0.0039
0.0118 ]
8.3 0.15
6.05 0.2
[0.238 0.0079]
62 2

9.
0.5 0.1
30

0.
SOLDER PAD LAYOUT

2
1.30 [0.051]
'C' Type Core Devices
7.00 [0.276]

+ 0.10
8.00 0.30 + 0.20
6.05 0.15
[0.315 + 0.0039
0.0118 ]
5.40 [0.213]
[0.238 + 0.0079
0.0059 ]
+ 0.10
8.00 0.30

Revised: 11/06/15
Gas Discharge Tubes

TP
Critical Zone
Ramp-up TL to TP
TL
TS(max)
Temperature
Ramp-down
tS
Reflow
10 30 seconds
Temperature (tp)
Do not exceed 260C

280

240
Preheat:
220
200

160
140
120
100
80

40
20
0
100
110
120
130
140
150
160
170
180
190
200
210
220
230
240
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
0
Time (Seconds)

Dwell Time


Revised: 11/06/15
Gas Discharge Tubes < 0.7 Max.
SL1011A and SL1411A Series 52.4 +2

1
+0.079
[2.063 0.039 ]
22.8
[0.898]
61
[0.236 0.039]
10 0.5 Pitch
[0.394 0.020]
For Axial Lead Items

< 1.2 Max. Lead Bend
254.0 - 356.0
[10.0 - 14.0]
< 0.7 Max. Direction of Feed

77.0 Max.
[3.03]
52.4 +2
1
[2.063 +0.079
0.039 ]
22.8
[0.898]
61
[0.236 0.039]
10 0.5 Pitch
[0.394 0.020]
For 'SM' Type Surface Mount Items (SL1411A series only)

275.0
254.0 - 356.0 [10.83]
[10.0 - 14.0]
10x4 0.1 = 40 0.2 100.0
[10x0.157 0.004 = 1.575 0.008] [3.94]
1.75 0.1
0.4 0.05 [0.069 0.004] 1.5 DIA. MAX. 4 0.1 76.0
[0.016 0.002] [0.059] [0.157 0.004] [2.99] 25.0
[0.98]
7.5 0.1
[0.295 0.004] Direction of Feed
77.0 Max.
8.5 0.1
[0.335 0.004] [3.03] 16 +0.3 / -0.1 17.7
[0.630 +0.012 / -0.004] [0.697]
Direction of Feed
1.5 DIA. MAX.

8.6 0.1 [0.059] 12 0.1
[0.339 0.004] [0.472 0.004]
For 'C' Type Core Items: Packed in plastic bag (500 pcs)

Revised: 11/06/15
SL1011B XXX X
Gas Discharge Tubes
Voltage
Pin Configuration
A = Axial Lead
C = Core
Remarks: Formed leads are available on request
For SL1011A series: For SL1411A series:

SL1011A XXX X SL1411 A XXX XX
Voltage Surge Capability
Pin Configuration Voltage
A = Axial Lead
C = Core
Pin Configuration
A = Axial Lead
C = Core
SM = Surface Mount
For SL1011B series:
SL1011B XXX X
Voltage
Pin Configuration
A = Axial Lead
C = Core
For SL1411A series:

SL1411 A XXX XX
Surge Capability
Voltage
Pin Configuration
A = Axial Lead
C = Core
SM = Surface Mount

Revised: 11/06/15
Gas Discharge Tubes
SL1122A Series
SL1122A Series Hybrid RoHS
Description
The SL1122A series Hybrid features a high

performance Alpha Gas Plasma Tube in conjunction
with a MOV. These devices are matched so that high
speed pulses are initially clamped by the MOV, then
as the current rises, the transient energy is switched
through the gas tube. The Hybrid offers high levels of
performance on fast rising transients in the domain
of 100V/s to 10 kV/s, so eliminates the dv/dt
switching delay normally exhibited by standard GDTs.
divert a 10,000 Amp pulse without destruction.
Agency Approvals
Features
AGENCY AGENCY FILE NUMBER RoHs Compliant 10kA surge capability

Excellent response to tested with 8/20s
E128662 pulse as dened by IEC
61000-4-5
Flat response up to
2 Electrode GDT Graphical Symbol 10kV/s Thermal failsafe
Applications
a b
MDF protection Alarm panels
(centre electrode)
ADSL equipment General telecom
XDSL equipment equipment
e
Additional Information
DC Breakdown Capacitance Arc Voltage Surge Life1 Surge Current1 ACNominal

Discharge DCVoltage
Holdover
DC Voltage2 Insulation
Part Number in Volts1, 2 (@1MHz, 0V bias, (on state voltage) (10/1000s
(1kV/s Ignition Time) Resistance (8/20s x 10) Current1
(@100V/s) 1V oscillation) @1Amp Min 300x +/-) (<150msecs.)
(10x1s@50Hz)
MIN TYP MAX MIN MAX TYP TYP
SL1122A090 72 90 108 200 (< 10s) > 108 (at 50V) 270 pF 50 V
~10 to 35
SL1122A230 184 230 276 350 (< 10s) 200 A 10 kA 10 A
> 108 (at 100V) 100 pF Volts 135 V
SL1122A260 210 260 310 400 (< 10s)
Tested in accordance with ITU-T Rec K.12
Notes:
1. Total current through centre electrode
2. Maximum Peak Break Over Voltage

Revised: 11/06/15
Gas Discharge Tubes
SL1122A Series
Electrode Base: Copper Glow to Arc

~1 Amp
Materials Electrode Plating: Bright Tin Transition Current
Body: Ceramic
Glow Voltage ~60 to 200 Volts
Product Marking
code. Red. Storage and
Temperature
Transverse
< 0.2 Sec.
Voltage
(Tested to ITU-T Rec.K.12)
(Delay Time)
Device Dimensions Packaging Dimensions
Radial Lead Devices For Radial Lead Items: Packed in tray (100 pcs)
PROFILE VIEW Dimensions are in millimeters [and inches]
TOP VIEW
14.3 0.3 8.3 0.3

[0.562 0.012] [0.327 0.012]
SL1122A XXX X
Voltage
1.5 Min
[0.059]
10.5 Max
[0.413] Pin Configuration
15.0 1.0
[0.591 0.039]
4.40 0.3 4.40 0.3

[0.173 0.012] [0.173 0.012] 1.0
[0.039]

Revised: 11/06/15
Gas Discharge Tubes
SL1122A Series
Soldering Parameters - Reflow Soldering

TP
Critical Zone
Ramp-up TL to TP
TL
TS(max)
Temperature
Ramp-down
tS
Reflow
Time within 5C of Actual Peak * Devices that are soldered require inspection before use.
10 30 seconds
Temperature (tp)
Do not exceed 260C

280

240
Preheat:
220
200

160
140
120
100
80

40
20
0
100
110
120
130
140
150
160
170
180
190
200
210
220
230
240
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
0
Time (Seconds)

Dwell Time


Revised: 11/06/15
Gas Discharge Tubes
SL1021A/B Series
SL1021A/B Series RoHS
Description
GDT circuit protection devices dissipate electrical

surge energy safely within a contained plasma gas.
Commonly used to help protect sensitive telecom
and networking equipment and lines, GDTs protect
from damage that may result from lightning strikes
and equipment switching operations.
The Littelfuse GDT series described in this document
are available in a variety of leaded and surface mount
forms and offered with and without optional fail-safe
clip. Please refer to the electrical specifications,
dimension and packaging options section of this
document for additional information.
Agency Approvals SL1021A/B Series:
SL1021A/B series GDTs are designed to offer high
levels of performance on fast rising transients in the
E128662 range of 100V/S to 1KV/S, which are those most
likely created by induced lightning disturbances.
These devices feature ultra low capacitance (typically
3 Electrode GDT Graphical Symbol 1.5pF or less) and are extremely robust with SL1021A
devices able to divert a 10,000 Amp pulse without
destruction, and SL1021B suffix devices able to divert
a b a = TIP a 20,000 Amp pulse without destruction.
b = RING
e = GROUND These series offer optimized internal geometry which
(center electrode) provide low insertion loss at high frequencies, ideal
for the protection of broadband and other high speed
e transmission equipment.
Features Product Characteristics
RoHS compliant 10KA (A suffix devices) /

Dull Tin Plate 17.5 12.5 Microns.
20KA (B suffix devices) Materials
Low insertion loss with ceramic insulator
surge capability tested
Excellent response to LF mark, voltage& date code:
with 8/20s pulse as Product Marking SL1021A - Red/White text
defined by IEC 61000-4-5 SL1021B - Blue/White text
Ultra low capacitance
Available with thermal Glow to arc
~ 1Amp
failsafe option (add F transition current
suffix to part number) Glow Voltage ~60-200 Volts
Storage and Operation
-40 to +90C
Applications Temperature
SL1021: Telecom network Transverse Voltage

< 0.2Sec (Tested to ITU-T Rec. K.12)
(Delay Time)
Broadband equipment interfaces
Arc Voltage ~10 to 35 Volts
ADSL equipment Telephone line cards
Repeaters Holdover Voltage <150mS (Tested to ITU-T Rec. K.12)
XDSL equipment
Satellite and CATV Modems
equipment Line test equipment
Splitters
General telecom
equipment

Revised: 11/06/15
Gas Discharge Tubes
SL1021A/B Series
DC Voltage DC DC Insulation AC Surge Max

Capaci- Max Single Surge Life
Part 100V/Sec. Voltage Voltage Resistance Current Current Single
tance Surge 10/1000
Number 100 V/ 1kV/ 50Hz 8/20Sec Surge
(@1Mhz) 10/350Sec1 Secx3001
MIN TYP MAX Sec. Sec. MIN 1Sec.x101 x101 8/20Sec1
SL1021B075 60 75 90
650 >1010 4kA2
SL1021A090 (at 50V) 5kA3
SL1021B090
72 90 108
SL1021A145
SL1021B145
116 145 174
500
SL1021A150 600
SL1021B150
120 150 180
SL1021A200 150 200 250

SL1021A230
SL1021B230
184 230 276 450
650
SL1021A250
SL1021B250
200 250 300 500
SL1021A260 10kA2 15kA2

SL1021B260
210 260 310 550 700 <1.5pF 10Amps 200Amps
20kA3 25kA3
SL1021A300 >10
10
2.5kA 2
SL1021B300
240 300 360 650 850
(at 100V) 5kA3
SL1021A350
SL1021B350
280 350 420 700 900
SL1021A400
SL1021B400
320 400 480
850 950
SL1021A420
SL1021B420
345 420 500
SL1021A450
SL1021B450
360 450 540 900 1000
SL1021A500
SL1021B500
400 500 600 950 1100
SL1021A600 480 600 720 1000 1200

NOTES:
1. Total current through centre electrode, tested in accordance with ITU-T Rec K.12
2. SL1021A series
3. SL1021B series
Additional Information

SL1021A SL1021A SL1021A

SL1021B SL1021B SL1021B

Revised: 11/06/15
Gas Discharge Tubes
SL1021A/B Series
Time vs. Current for Failsafe Voltage vs. Time Characteristic
60 Max dynamic breakover

SL102xA with Failsafe voltage
30 SL102xB or PMT8 500 Volt Higher Melting Point Solder
SL102xB or PMT8 350 Volt Higher Melting Point Solder
20 SL102xB or PMT8 90 Volt Higher Melting Point Solder
15
14
Voltage
13
12
(V)
11
10
9
8 Hold-over voltage
7
6
5
4
On-State voltage
3
2
1
0 200 400 600 800 1000 1200
0.5 1 2 5 10 15 30
Time (ns)

TP
Critical Zone
Ramp-up TL to TP
TL
TS(max)
Temperature

Ramp-down
tS
Reflow
C
10 30 seconds
Temperature (tp) Soldering Parameters - Hand Soldering
Ramp-down Rate 6C/second max Solder Iron Temperature: 350 C +/- 5C
Time 25C to peak Temperature (TP) 8 minutes Max. Heating Time: 5 seconds max.
Do not exceed 260C

280

240
Preheat:
220
200
180
140
120
100
80

40
Note: Surge Arrestors with a Failsafe mechanism should be
20
0
individually examined after soldering
100
110
120
130
140
150
160
170
180
190
200
210
220
230
240
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
0
Time (Seconds)

Dwell Time
Revised: 11/06/15
Type 04 / R 11.8
[0.464]
9.0
[0.354]
Type 01 / C [0.354]
10.10
[0.398] 8.1
10.10 8.1. [0.319]
Gas Discharge Tubes

[0.398] [0.319]
0.3mm
Minimum
0.3mm Gap
SL1021A/B Series
Minimum
Gap
9.9
9.9
[0.354]
[0.354]
15
[0.590]
16.8 1.0 DIA.

[0.661] [0.039]
4.4 10.0 0.3
[0.173] [0.394 0.019]
Type 60 7.7 0.3
7.0 0.1
[0.303 0.019]
[0.275 0.004]
4.4 0.3 4.4 0.3
Device Dimensions [0.173 0.12] [0.173 0.12]
NOTE: Failsafe option dimensions shown in green. 8.3 +0.3/-0.0 8.0 +0.3/-0.1
12.4 1 [0.327 [0.315
[0.488 0.039] Mounting Area +0.019/-0.00] +0.019/-0.004]
Shaped
Type 05Radial
/P Leaded Devices:
11.8 9.0 Core Devices:
[0.464] [0.354]
12.4
10.10 1 8.1. Mounting Area
[0.488 12.4
[0.398] 0.039]
1 [0.319] Area PROFILE VIEW 11.8 SIDE VIEW TOP VIEW
Mounting Mounting
9.0 Area
[0.488 0.039] [0.464]
11.8
Type 04 / R 11.8 Mounting
9.0 Area Type 01 / C [0.464]
[0.354]9.0
Type0.3mm
04 / R 12.4
[0.464]
[0.488
1
11.8
0.039]
[0.464]
[0.354]9.0
[0.354]Area
Type 01 / C 10.10
11.8
2.2 0.0 [0.354]Area
Mounting
8.1
Minimum 10.10 Mounting
8.1. [0.398]
10.10 [0.087 0.000] 9.0
[0.464] [0.319]
8.1
Type 04 /R
Gap [0.398]11.8
10.10
[0.464]
[0.319]9.0
8.1.
[0.354]
Type 01 / C 1.2 0.0
0.3mm [0.047 0.000]
[0.398] 1.2 0.0 [0.354]
[0.047 0.000] [0.319]
[0.398] 9.9 [0.319] 10.10
[0.354] Minimum
0.3mm [0.398] 8.1
10.10 8.1. Gap
Minimum [0.319]
0.3mm [0.398] [0.319]
Minimum
0.3mm Gap
0.3mm
Gap
Minimum Minimum 9.9
15
Gap 9.9 Gap 6.0 0.0 [0.354] 8.5 0.0
0.3mm
[0.590] [0.236 0.000] 9.9 [0.335 0.000]
Minimum [0.354]
9.9 [0.354]
Gap [0.354] 9.9
16.8 9.9 1.0 DIA. [0.354]
[0.661] [0.354] [0.039]
4.4 15
[0.590] 15
[0.173]
[0.590] 10.75 0.0 Overall Product Space
[0.423 0.000] DO NOT ENCROACH
15
[0.590] 16.8 1.0 DIA.
[0.661] [0.039]
4.4 5.5 0.3 5.5 0.3 16.8 1.0 DIA. SOLDERING PAD LAYOUT
10.0 0.3
[0.216 [0.661] [0.039]
[0.173] 4.40.12] [0.216 0.12] [0.394 10.0
0.019]
0.3
[0.173] 16.8 1.0 DIA. Type 60 7.7 0.3 [0.394 0.019]
4.4
[0.661] [0.039]
Type 60 [0.303 0.019]
7.7 0.3 7.0 0.1
[0.27510.0
7.0 0.3
0.004]0.1
[0.173] [0.303 0.019] [0.394
[0.275 0.019]
4.4 0.3
[0.173 0.12]
4.4 0.3
4.4 0.3
[0.173
4.40.12]
0.3 Straight Radial Leaded Devices:
Type 60 7.7 0.3
0.004]
7.0 0.1
[0.173 0.12] [0.173 0.12] [0.303 0.019]
[0.275 0.004]
4.4 0.3 4.4 0.3
[0.173 0.12] [0.173 0.12] 8.3 +0.3/-0.0 14.7 8.0 +0.3/-0.1
12.4 1 [0.327
8.3 +0.3/-0.0 [0.579] [0.315
8.0 +0.3/-0.1
Type 14 / X
[0.488 12.4
0.039]
1
[0.488 0.039]
Mounting Area Type 06 / Y
+0.019/-0.00]
[0.327
+0.019/-0.00] 11.8
+0.019/-0.004]
Mounting Area [0.315
Type 05 / P 11.8
50 3 [0.464]
Mounting
9.0 Area 8.3 +0.3/-0.0
[0.464] 9.0 +0.019/-0.004]
8.0 +0.3/-0.1
Type 05 / P 12.4
[1.968 0.118[0.488
] [0.464]
1
11.8
0.039]
[0.354]9.0 [0.327
+0.019/-0.00]
[0.354] [0.315
Mounting [0.354]Area
Mounting
Area 10.10 +0.019/-0.004]
10.10 8.1. 8.1 DIA. MAX.
Type 05 / P 11.8
[0.464]
[0.398]11.8
10.10 9.0
[0.319]9.0
8.1. PROFILE VIEW [0.398] SIDE VIEW TOP VIEW [0.319]
[0.464]
[0.398] [0.354] [0.354]
[0.319] PROFILE VIEW SIDE VIEW TOP VIEW
10.10 10.10 8.1.
0.3mm [0.398] 8.1 DIA. MAX. 0.3mm PROFILE VIEW
2.2 0.0
[0.398] [0.319] SIDE VIEW
[0.087
2.20.000]
0.0 TOP VIEW
Minimum
0.3mm [0.319] Minimum
Gap
Minimum Gap 1.2 0.0 [0.087 1.20.000]
0.0
Gap 9.9 [0.047 0.000]
1.2 0.0 2.29.9 [0.047
0.0 1.20.000]
0.0
0.3mm 0.3mm [0.047 0.000]
Minimum Minimum [0.354]
9.9 [0.047 0.000] [0.354]
[0.087 0.000]
Gap Gap [0.354] 1.2 0.0 1.2 0.0
9.9 [0.047 0.000] [0.047 0.000]
15 [0.354] 15 6.0 0.0 8.5 0.0
[0.590] 15 [0.590]
[0.236 0.000]
6.0 0.0 [0.335
8.50.000]
0.0
[0.590] [0.236 0.000] [0.335 0.000]
15 6.0 0.0 8.51.0 DIA.
0.0
[0.590] 16.8 23.8 1.0 DIA. [0.236 0.000]
16.8
[0.039]
[0.335 0.000]
[0.937]
[0.661] [0.661]
16.8 [0.039]
1.0 DIA.
22 4.4 [0.661] [0.039]
[0.173] 4.4
[0.866] 10.75 0.0
[0.173] 16.8 1.0 DIA..1.0 DIA. Overall Product Space
[0.42310.75
0.000]
0.0 DO NOT ENCROACH
[0.661] [0.039] [0.039] Overall Product Space
4.4 [0.423 0.000] DO NOT ENCROACH
[0.173] SOLDERING 10.75
PADLAYOUT
0.0
5.5 0.3 5.5 0.3 6.35 0.5 6.35 0.5 Overall Product Space
[0.423 PAD
SOLDERING 0.000]
LAYOUT DO NOT ENCROACH
[0.216 0.12]
5.5 0.3 [0.216
5.50.12]
0.3 [0.25 0.25] [0.25 0.25]
[0.216 0.12] [0.216 0.12]
5.5 0.3 5.5 0.3 SOLDERING PAD LAYOUT
[0.216 0.12] [0.216 0.12]
14.7
[0.579]
14.7
Straight
Type 14"T"
/ XLeaded Devices: Type 06 / Y [0.579] Mounting Area
Type 14 / X 50 3
Type 06 / Y 11.814.7
[0.464]
11.8
Mounting
9.0 Area
[0.579] [0.354]9.0
[1.968 50
0.118
3] [0.464]
Type 14 / X [1.968 0.118 ] Mounting Area Type 06 / Y 10.10
11.8 8.1 DIA.
[0.354]Area
Mounting
MAX.
11.8 Mounting
9.0 Area [0.398]
10.10 9.0 MAX.
50
[0.464] 3
11.8 [0.464] [0.319]
8.1 DIA.
[0.354]9.0 [0.398] [0.354]
[0.319]
[1.968 0.118 ]
[0.464]
10.10 [0.354]Area
Mounting 10.10
11.8 0.3mm 8.1 DIA. MAX.
[0.398]
10.10 8.1 DIA. MAX.
9.0 [0.398] [0.319]
[0.464]
[0.398] [0.319]
8.1 [0.354]
DIA. MAX. Minimum
0.3mm
[0.319] Gap
Minimum
10.10 Gap 9.9
0.3mm [0.398] 8.1 DIA. MAX. 0.3mm
Minimum
0.3mm Minimum [0.354]
9.9
[0.319] [0.354]
Gap
Minimum Gap
Gap
0.3mm 9.9
Minimum 15 [0.354]
Gap [0.590] 15
[0.590]
23.8 15 1.0 DIA.
[0.590] 16.8
[0.937]
23.8 [0.661] [0.039]
1.0 DIA.
16.8
[0.937] [0.661] [0.039]
22
[0.866] 22 23.8 16.8 1.0 DIA.
[0.866] [0.937] 1.0 DIA.. [0.661] [0.039]
[0.039]
1.0 DIA..
22 [0.039]
[0.866] 6.35 0.5
1.0 DIA.. 6.35 0.5
[0.039] [0.25 6.35
0.25]
0.5 [0.256.35
0.25]
0.5
[0.25 0.25] [0.25 0.25]
6.35 0.5 6.35 0.5
[0.25 0.25] [0.25 0.25]
Type R is available for SL1021B075 device only.

Revised: 11/06/15
Gas Discharge Tubes ~2
58
SL1021A/B Series
Box (Cardboard)
~58
Tray (PET)
for 50 Pcs.
Sponge (PE Form)
~135
Part Numbering System and Ordering Information Packaging
SL102x x xxx x x PMT8 xxx x x For 'SL1021A/B' device type C, R, P, Y packing
Series Series
SL1021 PMT8
SL1024
Surge Capability
A = 10kA 35
B = 20kA ~2
Breakdown Voltage Breakdown Voltage
090 = 90V 300 = 300V 090 = 90V
145 = 145V 350 = 350V 230 = 230V
150 = 150V 400 = 400V 250 = 250V Box (Cardboard)
200 = 200V 420 = 420V 350 = 350V
230 = 230V 450 = 450V 400 = 400V
250 = 250V 500 = 500V
260 = 260V 600 = 600V Tray, Cover (PET)
~55
Configuration Code Configuration Code
(See Device Dimensions section) (See Device Dimensions section)
Tray, Bottom (PET)
C Y 01 10
R X
for 100 Pcs.
04 14
P 05 60
06 PE Form
Option Code Option Code
Blank = No failsafe Blank = No Failsafe
F or G = With Failsafe F = With Failsafe
For 'SL1021A/B' device type X packing
58
~2
Box (Cardboard)
~58
Tray (PET)
for 50 Pcs.
Sponge (PE Form)
~135
Device~2Type
35 Description Quantity
Type C 100pcs/tray x 5 trays per carton 500

Box (Cardboard)
Type R 100pcs/tray x 5 trays per carton 500

Tray, Cover (PET)
Type P 100pcs/tray x 5 trays per carton 500

~55
Tray, Bottom (PET)

Type Y 100pcs/tray x 5 traysforper carton
100 Pcs.
500
PE Form
Type X 50pcs/tray x 5 trays per carton 250
* Please contact the factory for further packaging information.

Revised: 11/06/15
Gas Discharge Tubes
CG/CG2 Series
CG/CG2 Series RoHS
Description
Littelfuse highly reliable CG/CG2 Series GDTs provide

a high degree of surge protection in a small size ideal
for board level circuit protection.
GDTs function as switches which dissipate a

minimum amount of energy and therefore handle
currents that far surpass other types of transient
voltage protection. Their gas-filled, rugged ceramic
metal construction make them well suited to adverse
environments.
The CG/CG2 series comes in a variety of forms

including surface mount, core, straight and shaped
Agency Approvals
leads, to serve a variety of mounting methods.
AGENCY AGENCY FILE NUMBER The CG Series (75V-110V) is ideal for protection
of test and communication equipment and other
E1286621 devices in which low voltage limits and extremely
low arc voltages are required.
E3201162
NOTES: The CG2 Series (145V-1000V) is ideal for protecting
1. Certified to UL 497B.
2. Only CG2300, CG2470, CG2600, CG2800 and CG221000. Certified to UL 1449.
equipment where higher voltage limits and holdover
voltages are necessary.
Features
RoHS and Lead-free Meets REA PE-80

compliant Available in surface
Rugged Ceramic-Metal mount, and a variety of
construction lead options options
Additional Information Low Capacitance
(<1.5pf)
Applications
CG/CG2 CG/CG2 CG/CG2 Communication lines Instrumentation circuits
and equipment Medical electronics
CATV equipment ADSL equipment
Test equipment Telecom SLIC
Data lines protection
Power supplies

Revised: 11/06/15
Gas Discharge Tubes
CG/CG2 Series

DC Breakdown Impulse Impulse Insulation Capaci- Arc Surge Nominal Nominal AC DC Max
in Volts Break- Break- Resistance tance Voltage Life Impulse AC Dischage Holdover Impulse
(@100V/s) down down In (@1MHz) (on state
(@500A
Discharge Discharge Current Voltage2 Discharge
in Volts Volts Voltage) Current Current (9 cycle Current
10/1000s)
@1Amp (10x1sec @50Hz)
(@100V/s) (@1 Kv/sec) (8/20s) (1 Application
Part Min @50-60Hz)
@ 10/350s)
Number MIN TYP MAX MAX MIN MAX TYP TYP
CG75 60 75 90 400 650
CG90 72 90 108 400 600 1010 52 V 4kA
CG90 SN 72 90 108 400 600 (at 50V)
CG110 88 110 132 450 600
CG2145 116 145 174 500 600 80 V
CG2145 SN 120 145 174 500 600
CG22301 195 230 265 600 700
CG2230 SN1 184 230 276 600 700
CG2250 213 250 288 625 725
10 shots
CG2250 SN 200 250 300 625 725 20 A
400 (@20kA)3 100 A
CG2300 255 300 345 700 800 1.5 pf 15 V
shots
CG2300 SN 240 300 360 700 800 1010 2.5kA
CG2350 297 350 403 750 900 (at 100V)
CG2350 SN 280 350 420 750 900 135 V
CG2420 357 420 483 800 1000
CG24701 400 470 540 850 1200
CG2470 SN1 376 470 564 850 1200
CG26001 510 600 690 1000 1400
CG2600 SN1 480 600 720 1000 1400
CG28001 680 800 920 1200 1500 10 shots
10 A
CG21000 1
850 1000 1150 1500 1600 (@10kA) 65 A
NOTES:
1. Certified to UL 1449.
2. Reference REA PE-80, 0.2A. Tested to ITU-T Rec K.12 and REA PE 80 < 150 mSec.
3. 5 x [5 (+) or 5 (-)] applications 20kA 8/20Sec. (75 to 600 volt devices.)
10 x [5 (+) and 5 (-)] applications 10kA 8/20Sec. (800 and 100 volt devices.)
LS, Axial: Glow to arc

< 0.5Amps
Device: Tin Plated 25 Microns transition current
Lead Wires: Tin Plated 17.5 12.5 Microns
Construction: Ceramic Insulator Glow Voltage 60-160 Volts
Core:
Materials Storage and
Device: Tin Plated 17.5 12.5 Microns.
Construction: Ceramic Insulator Operational -40 to +90
MS: Temperature
Device: Dull Tin Plated 79 Microns
Maximum Follow 230 Volts r.m.s, 200 Amps.
Construction: Ceramic Insulator
On Current1 (800V and 1000V devices tested to UL1449 3rd edition)
LF Logo, Voltage and date code; Black in

Product Marking
positive print

Revised: 11/06/15
unt (MS) Dimensions
Gas Discharge Tubes
CG/CG2 Series
PROFILE VIEW SEMIPROFILE VIEW SOLDER PAD LAYOUT
2.29 [0.090]
5.58 [0.232]
6.05 0.2
[0.268 0.0080]
8.300.1
8.71 [0.343]
Device Dimensions
5.89 [0.232]
0.47 0.1
Leaded 'L' Type Straight Axial Devices Leaded 'LS' Type Shaped Lead Devices

6.07 0.3 8.10 Max.
[0.239 0.012] [0.319 DIA Max.]
0.81DIA. TYP.
[0.032]
8.10DIA. MAX.
[0.319]
8.40 0.3
[0.331 0.012]
6.07 0.15
[0.239 0.006]
0.80
0.004 8.4 0.3 [0.032]
62 2 [0.331 0.012]
2 Surfaces 0.40 0.03
[0.0157 0.0012]
9.85 0.30
[0.388 0.012]
FILE VIEW TOP VIEW SOLDER PAD LAYOUT
11.15 0.30
6.07 0.30 8.10 Max. [0.439 0.012]
239 0.012] [0.319 DIA Max.]
SOLDER PAD LAYOUT
Core Devices 9.85 [0.388]
9.85
[0.388]
8.40 0.3 8.66 [0.341]
[0.331 0.012]
TOP VIEW PROFILE VIEW SEMIPROFILE VIEW 8.60
[0.339]
8.10 Max.
[0.032 Max.]
6.07 0.15 1.77 [0.070]
[0.239 0.81
0.0059]
0.004 8.4 0.3 [0.032]
5.89 [0.232] 1.80
2 Surfaces 0.40 0.03 [0.331 0.012] 11.68 [0.460] [0.071]
[0.0157 0.0012]
11.65
9.85 0.30 [0.459]
8.10 Max.
0.388 0.012]
11.15 0.30
0.439 0.012]
0.47 0.1 'MS' Type Devices

[0.019 0.0039]
mm
DIMENSIONS [inches]
TOP VIEW
PROFILE VIEW SEMIPROFILE VIEW
Littelfuse 16 Voltage Rating 8.30 0.1
Trademark 250G Current Rating[0.327 0.0039]
XXXX Date Code
4 0.2
(Contact Littelfuse
4.00 Shaped Lead for additional
[0.157 0.0079] 5.58 [0.220]
information)
R5.29 [R0.208] 6.05 0.2
1.75 [0.238 0.0079]
8.300.1
[0
9. 6
11.50
.3
30 0
6
.00
0. 7
2 9]
16 16 16 16 16 0.47 0.1
250G 250G 250G 250G 250G
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX [0.019 0.0039]
24.00
SOLDER PAD LAYOUT
2.29 [0.090]
16.00
12.99 8.71 [0.343]

(330.0)
0.512 (13.0) Arbor
Hole Dia.
5.89 [0.232]
1.01
(25.7)
Direction of Feed

Revised: 11/06/15
Gas Discharge Tubes
CG/CG2 Series

TP
Critical Zone
Ramp-up TL to TP
TL
TS(max)
Temperature
Ramp-down
tS
Reflow
C
10 30 seconds
Temperature (tp)
Do not exceed 260C

280

240
Preheat:
220
200
180
140
120
100
80

40
20
0
100
110
120
130
140
150
160
170
180
190
200
210
220
230
240
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
0
Time (Seconds)

Dwell Time


Revised: 11/06/15
<0.8 Max
Gas Discharge Tubes

52.4
[2.063]
CG/CG2 Series 22.8

[0.898]
6.4
[0.252]
5.0 Pitch
[0.197]
For 'L' Type Axial Lead Items

<1.2 Max. Lead Bend
254.0 - 356.0
[10.0 - 14.0]
<0.8 Max
Direction of Feed
80.0
52.4 [3.15]
[2.063]
22.8
[0.898]
6.4
[0.252]
5.0 Pitch
[0.197]
Core and 'MS' Type Items
275.0
[10.83]
10x4 0.1 = 40 0.2 100.0
254.0 - 356.0 [10 x 0.157 0.004 = 1.575 0.008] [3.94]
[10.01.75 0.1
- 14.0]
0.4 0.05 [0.069 0.004] 1.5 DIA. MAX. 4 0.1 76.0
[0.016 0.002] [0.059] [0.157 0.004] [2.99] 25.0
[0.98]
7.5 0.1
[0.295 0.004]
8.5 0.1
[0.335 0.004] 16 +0.3 / -0.1 17.7
[0.630 +0.012 / -0.004] Direction of Feed [0.697]
80.0
[3.15] Direction of Feed
1.5 DIA. MAX.

8.6 0.1 [0.059] 12 0.1
[0.339 0.004] [0.472 0.004]
For 'LS' Type Shaped Lead Items
10x4 0.1 = 40 0.2

[10x.157 0.004 = 1.575 0.008] 275.0
[10.82]
1.75 0.1
0.5 0.05 [0.069 0.004] 1.5 DIA. MAX. 4 0.1 100.0
[3.93]
[0.020 0.002] [0.059] [0.157 0.004] 76.0

[2.99] 25.0
[0.98]
1.9
[0.075] 25.7
[1.01]
11.5 0.1 Direction of Feed
[0.453 0.004]
11.75 0.1 8 0.1 24 +0.3 / -0.1

[0.463 0.004] [0.315 0.004] [0.945 +0.019 / -0.004]
0.5 0.01
[0.020 0.004]
1.5 DIA. MAX.
9 0.1 [0.059] 16 0.1
[0.354 0.004] [0.630 0.004]

Revised: 11/06/15
Gas Discharge Tubes
CG/CG2 Series
CG2 XXX XX * XX
Series Examples:
CG -- for 75, 90, or 110V
CG2 -- for 145V to 1000V CG75 -- A non-leaded 75V device
Breakdown Voltage CG2230L -- A leaded 230V device

75 300 CG2800LTR -- A leaded 800V device, tape-and-reel (per EIA standard RS-296-D)
90 350
110 470
145 600 Notes:
230 800
CG/CG2 devices with other breakdown voltages in the 75-1000 V range are available upon request.
250 1000
Lead Option Code
(Blank) = No Leads / Core
L = Straight Leads
LS = Shaped Leads
MS = Surface Mount
Option Code*
SN = may have different DC Breakover
Voltage Limit. Please refer to Electrical
Characteristics table for additional
information.
Packaging Option Code
(Blank) = No Leads / Core, Bulk Bag - 400 pcs
L(Blank) = Straight Lead, Tray - 50 pcs
LTR = Straight Lead, Tape & Reel per EIA RS-296-E - 500 per reel
LS(Blank) = Shaped Lead (see LS dimensions), Tape & Reel - 500 per reel

Revised: 11/06/15
Gas Discharge Tubes
SL1026 Series
SL1026 Series RoHS
Description
The SL1026 Series is a heavy-duty transient
suppresser using Gas Plasma technology. In
response to transients that exceed the device's
breakover voltage, the device changes from a very
high impedance state to a low impedance state to
conduct harmful current away from the protected
system. The SL1026 is designed to protect electrical
and electronic equipment such as communications,
control and railway systems. Carefully designed
geometry ensures against short circuiting if a failure
occurs due to conditions and events beyond the
design criteria. Optional electrical mounting clip (part
3 Electrode GDT Graphical Symbol SL1053 ) is available to aid mounting and connection.
a = TIP Features
a b b = RING RoHS compliant Will protect against
e = GROUND capacitor discharge
(centre electrode) 55 kA surge capability
(single shot) tested with voltage transient
8/20S pulse as defined waveforms as specified
e in RIA 12.
by IEC 61000-4-5
40 kA surge capability Will protect against
Additional Information double exponential
(repetitive)
voltage transient
Will protect against
waveforms as specified
Trapezoidal waveforms
in IEC 571.
as specified in RIA 12.
Applications
Signaling equipment. Trackside cabinets.

Communication Cell phone base
equipment stations
Control gear.
DC Voltage 1
AC 1
AC 1
Surge Max
1,2
100 V/sec Max Single

1
DC Current Current Current Single 1
150(+) and 150(-)
Surge
Part Number* Voltage 9 cycles 50Hz 8/20Sec Surge 10/1000Sec
10/350Sec
MIN MAX 1kV/s @50-60Hz 1 sec x10 x 10 8/20Sec (Amps)
(kAmps)
(Amps) (Amps) (kAmps) (kAmps)
SL1026-275 200 350 800 200 10 20 40 8 200
SL1026-400 300 500 900 200 10 20 40 8 200
SL1026-700 560 840 1300 200 10 20 40 8 200
NOTES:
End of life limits
-- DC: 50% of minimum initial DC breakdown voltage limit to 150% of maximum initial
DC breakdown voltage limit.
-- Impulse: less that 150% of initial impulse breakdown voltage limit.
1. Total current through center electrode, tested using SL1053B-NL holder
2. Exceeds capability of SL1053B-NL holder

Revised: 11/06/15
Gas Discharge Tubes
SL1026 Series
Voltage vs. Time Characteristic Product Dimensions
SL1026 GDT Series Profile

Max dynamic breakover
45.0 Max
voltage 22.0 Ref
8.7 9.1
Max Max
Voltage
(V)
Type 1053 Holder Profile

Hold-over voltage
On-State voltage
0 200 400 600 800 1000 1200

Time (ns)
Electrical Specifications
Insulation
> 10G at 100 Volts
Resistance
Capacitance: <=2.5pf, 1MHz 0 Volts Bias

All dimensions in mm
<150mS, tested at 130 volts according to
Holdover Voltage:
ITU-T Rec. K.12 & REA PE 80 Part Numbering System
~35 Volts, On State Voltage at 1 Amp
Arc Voltage:
(Depending on Voltage Type) SL 1026
Glow to Arc
Transition Current:
~1 Amp Voltage
> 150 Volts, depending on Voltage
Glow Voltage:
Type
Packaging
Physical Specifications GDT devices are provided as bulk pack in poly bag --
20 pieces per bag and 5 bags per carton.
Weight: 11g (0.388 oz.)
Electrode Base: Nickel Iron Alloy

Materials: Electrode Plating: Nickel
Body: Ceramic
Color coded body
SL1026-275: Black/Black
Part Marking:
SL1026-400: Black/Yellow
SL1026-700: Black/Red
Storage and
Operating -40C to +90C
Temperature:

Revised: 11/06/15
Gas Discharge Tubes
SE Series
SE Series RoHS
Description
Littelfuse SE series GDT offers high surge ratings

in a miniature package. Its designed for surface
mounting on PCB with small size 3.2x1.6x1.6mm.
Low insertion loss is perfectly suited to broadband
equipment applications. The capacitance does not vary
with voltage, and will not cause operational problems
with ADSL2+, where capacitance variation across Tip
and Ring is undesirable. These devices are extremely
robust and are able to divert a 500A-600A pulse in a
miniature package 1206 without destruction.
Features
Agency Approvals RoHS compliant and Ultra small devices

E128662 Excellent stability on Non-Radioactive
multiple pulse duty cycle Low capacitance
Excellent response to (<0.5pF)
2 Electrode GDT Graphical Symbol fast rising transients. Voltage Ranges 140V to
Ultra Low Insertion Loss 500V
0.5-0.6KA surge UL recognized
capability tested with Conforms to ITU-T K12,
8/20S pulse as defined IEC 1000-4-5
by IEC 61000-4-5 Square Outline

Datasheet CATV equipment including ADSL2+
Resources Samples

Revised: 11/06/15
Gas Discharge Tubes
SE Series

DC Breakdown Impulse Impulse Insulation Capacitance Arc Glow Glow Nominal Nominal
in Volts Breakdown Breakdown Resistance (@1MHz) Voltage to Arc Voltage Impulse Impulse
(@100V/s) in Volts In Volts (@1A) Transition Discharge Discharge
(@100V/s) (@1 Kv/sec) Current Current Current
Part
(x10 @8/20s) (x10 @5/320s)
Number MIN TYP MAX MAX MIN MAX
SE140 98 140 182 800 900 <0.5 pf <1.0 A
SE200 140 200 260 700 1100 <0.3 pf <1.0 A
0.5 kA
SE230 172 230 276 600 800 >1G (at <0.5 pf <1.0 A
~10 V ~60 V 150 A
SE350 265 350 495 900 1150 100VDC) <0.5 pf <1.0 A
SE470 329 470 611 1050 1200 <0.3 pf <1.0 A 0.5 kA
SE500 400 500 600 1050 1200 <0.3 pf <1.0 A 0.5 kA
Product Characteristics Tape and Reel Dimensions (IEC 60286-3, dimension in mm)
2.1 0.1 5
Device Tin Plated 17.512.5 Microns Tape Specifications
Materials Tape Specifications
IEC 60286-3 section
Construction Ceramic Insulator. IEC 60286-3 in mm
Dimensions section
B-B
5
Dimensions in mm B-B
Storage and
Operational -40 to +90 C
1.75 0.1
section
section 2 0.1 4 0.1
1.75 0.1
A-A
A-A
Temperature 0.4 0.05
0.4 0.05 2 0.1 A4 0.10 1.55 1.5 1.6 0.1
0.05
0.05
A
12 - 0.15.5 0.1
5
4.9 0.1 5
+0.3
5.5 0.1
0
Voltage vs. Time Characteristic
12
+0.3
B B
3 0.1
A 3.65 0.1 8 0.1
3.7 0.1
R0.5 typical
B B
Max dynamic breakover SMD-Tape has to withstand
voltage 1.9 0.1 1.1 0.1 4 0.1 a minimum Force of

SMD-Tape has to withstand
F > 20 N / pocket Force of
a minimum
A 2 Kg / pocket
F > 20 N / pocket
minimum 2vertical load
Kg / pocket
(minimum checking
minimum
quantity:10 vertical load
pockets)
(minimum checking
quantity:10 pockets)
Voltage
(V)
Hold-over voltage
Reel Specifications
On-State voltage
Reel
IEC Specifications
60286-3
Dimensions
IEC 60286-3in mm
Dimensions in mm
0 200 400 600 800 1000 1200

Time (ns)
1.5 min.
1.5 min.
min. max.
20.2 min.
100 min.
12.8 min.
330 max.
20.2 min.
100330
R0.75
12.8 min.
18.4 max.
R0.75
18.4 max.
12.4 +2/-0
12.4 +2/-0
11.9 min.
11.9 min.
Revised: 11/06/15
Gas Discharge Tubes
SE Series

TP
Critical Zone
Ramp-up TL to TP
TL
TS(max)
Temperature
Ramp-down
tS
Reflow
C
10 30 seconds
Temperature (tp)
Do not exceed 260C
Device Dimensions Part Numbering System and Ordering Information
SE xxx
Dimensions in mm and inch [...]
[0.126 +/- 0.012] [0.063+/- 0.008] Series
3.2+/-0.3 1.6+/- 0.2 1206 Square GDT
Breakdown Voltage
[0.063+/- 0.008]
1.6+/- 0.2
140 = 140V
200 = 200V
230 = 230V
350 = 350V
[0.157]
470 = 470V
4 500 = 500V
[0.047] [0.063]
[0.094]
1.2 1.6 Packaging

2.4
Part Number Packaging Option Quantity
Recommended Pad Layout SE140 Tape and Reel 3,000
SE200 Tape and Reel 3,000

Revised: 11/06/15
Gas Discharge Tubes
SG Series
SG Series RoHS
Description
Littelfuse SG series GDT offers high surge ratings

in a miniature package. Its designed for surface
mounting on PCB with small size 4.5x3.2x2.7mm.
Low insertion loss is perfectly suited to broadband
equipment applications. The capacitance does not vary
with voltage, and will not cause operational problems
with ADSL2+, where capacitance variation across Tip
and Ring is undesirable. These devices are extremely
robust and are able to divert a 1000A pulse without
destruction.
Features
Agency Approvals RoHS compliant and Ultra small devices

E128662 Excellent stability on Non-Radioactive
multiple pulse duty cycle Low capacitance (<1pF)
Excellent response to Voltage Ranges 75V to
2 Electrode GDT Graphical Symbol fast rising transients. 600V
Ultra Low Insertion Loss UL recognized
1-2KA surge capability Conforms to ITU-T K12,
tested with 8/20S IEC 1000-4-5
pulse as defined by IEC Square Outline
61000-4-5

Datasheet Resources Samples CATV equipment including ADSL2+

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Gas Discharge Tubes
SG Series

DC Breakdown Impulse Impulse Insulation Capaci- Arc Glow Glow Nominal Nominal Nominal
in Volts Breakdown Breakdown Resistance tance Voltage to Arc Voltage AC Impulse Impulse
(@100V/s) in Volts In Volts (@1MHz) (@1A) Transition Discharge Discharge Discharge
(@100V/s) (@1 Kv/sec) Current Current Current Current
Part (x10 @50Hz) (x10 @8/20s) (10/1000s
Number MIN TYP MAX MAX MIN MAX 100 cycles)
SG75 52 75 98 500 650
>1G
SG90 63 90 117 500 600 2A 2kA
(at 50VDC)
SG150 105 150 195 500 600
~10 V ~1.0 A ~60 V
>1G
SG200 140 200 260 550 700 <1 pf 2.5 A
(at 100VDC)
SG230 172 230 288 650 800
2A
SG300 225 300 375 700 850 ~12 V ~0.5 A ~90 V
SG300Q 210 300 390 580 650 ~20 V ~0.8 A ~140 V NA*
10 A
SG350 263 350 437 750 900 >1G ~90 V 2A
SG350Q 263 350 437 600 700 (at 50VDC) <0.8 pf ~12 V ~0.5 A ~140 V NA*
1kA
SG400 300 400 500 800 950 ~90 V 2A
SG420 315 420 525 800 1000 ~10 V ~60 V 2A
SG420Q 315 420 525 650 750 <1 pf ~20 V <1.0 A NA*
SG450Q 370 450 500 680 750 ~20 V 1A
>1G ~140 V
SG500Q 400 500 600 950 1050 <0.5 pf ~16 V ~0.1 A
(at 100VDC) 2A
SG600Q 450 600 750 1100 1200 <1 pf ~20 V <0.5 A
* Specification is not applicable for quick response (SGxxxQ) version of product
Product Characteristics Voltage vs. Time Characteristic
Device Tin Plated 17.512.5 Microns

Materials Max dynamic breakover
Construction Ceramic Insulator. voltage
Storage and
Operational -40 to +90 C
Temperature
Voltage
(V)
Typical Insertion Loss

Hold-over voltage
@ 1.0 GHz = 0.01 dB On-State voltage

@ 1.4GHz = 0.1 dB
@ 1.8 GHz = 0.53 dB 0 200 400 600 800 1000 1200
Time (ns)
@ 2.1 GHz = 0.81 dB
@ 2.45 GHz= 1 dB
@ 2.8 GHz = 1.2 dB
@ 3.1 GHz = 1.5 dB
@ 3.5 GHz = 2.1 dB

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Gas Discharge Tubes
SG Series

TP
Critical Zone
Ramp-up TL to TP
TL
TS(max)
Temperature
Ramp-down
tS
Reflow
10 30 seconds
Temperature (tp)
Do not exceed 260C
Device Dimensions Device Marking
Type Production
Dimensions in Millimeters. Code Year Code
(last digit)
3.2 +/- 0.3 A3A

Production
0.5 +/- 0.1 Month Code
2.7 +/- 0.3
4.5 +/- 0.3
Type Code Month Code
A SG75 A January
B SG90 B February
5.2
C SG150 C March
2.8 4 D SG230 D April
E SG300 E May
F SG300Q F June
G SG350 G July
H SG350Q H August
Recommended Soldering Pad Layout
I SG400 I September
J SG420 J October
K SG420Q K November
L SG450Q L December
M SG500Q
N SG600Q
O SG200

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Gas Discharge Tubes
SG Series
Tape and Reel Dimensions (IEC 60286-3, dimension in mm) Part Numbering System and Ordering Information
Tape Specifications SG xxx Q

IEC 60286-3
section 5
Dimensions in mm B-B
Series
Square GDT
section
1.75 0.1
A-A
2 0.1 4 0.10 1.55 0.05 1.6
Breakdown Voltage
0.4 0.05 0.1
A 75 = 75V
90 = 90V
150 = 150V
5.5 0.1
4.9 0.1 5
+0.3
200 = 200V
12 0
230 = 230V
B B 300 = 300V
3 0.1 350 = 350V
R0.5 typical A 3.65 0.1 8 0.1
400 = 400V
420 = 420V
SMD-Tape has to withstand
a minimum Force of 450 = 450V (Not available without Q suffix)
F > 20 N / pocket 500 = 500V (Not available without Q suffix)
2 Kg / pocket
minimum vertical load 600 = 600V (Not available without Q suffix)
(minimum checking
quantity:10 pockets) Device Option Code
(Blank) = Standard device
Q = Quick Response Version
(300V, 350V, 420V, 450V,
500V, 600V only)
Reel Specifications Packaging

IEC 60286-3
Dimensions in mm
Quantity and Packaging

Part Number and Device Type
Description
SGxxx Surface mount 2000pcs/reel in tape and reel
1.5 min.
330 max.
20.2 min.
100 min.
12.8 min.
R0.75
18.4 max.
12.4 +2/-0
11.9 min.

Revised: 11/06/15
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PRODUCT

Gas Discharge Tube (GDT)

High Voltage GDTs

Low to Medium Surge GDTs

SL0902A 90 - 600 5A 5000A 1.5pF 2

SL1002A 75 - 600 5A 5000A 1.2pF 2

SL1010A 75 to 470 5000A 1.5pF 3

SL1011A 75 - 600 5A 5000A 1.5pF 2

Medium to High Surge GDTs

SL1021A 75 - 600 10A* 20000A* 1.5pF 3

CG/CG2 75 - 1000 20A 20000A 1.5pF 2

Very High Surge GDTs

SL1021B 75 - 600 10A* 20000A* 1.5pF 3

GDT Characteristics, Terms and Consideration Factors

Surge Arresters A Comparison of Surge Arrester Technologies

$0.50 AIR GAP PROTECTOR: An air gap protector consists

High surge current rating

GDT Characteristics, Terms and Consideration Factors (continued)

CARBON BLOCK PROTECTOR: A carbon block Comgap Gas Discharge Tube

GDT GAS DISCHARGE TUBE: 15

Stable electrical parameters Current (A)

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GDT Characteristics, Terms and Consideration Factors (continued)

Current (mA) Current (A)

as a result, reduce the net resistance of the MOV.

its internal resistance in response to the applied voltage.

A clamping device must Voltage

GDT Characteristics, Terms and Consideration Factors (continued)

product line are glass-to-metal units. This allows greater

Gas Discharge Tube

GDT and MOV PROTECTION: In summary, there

MOV quickly clamps a fast rising voltage surge while the 10

Relative Cost $1.00 $1.50 $0.50 $1.50

CONSTRUCTION: Gas Discharge Tube (GDT) surge

The ceramic for GDTs is alumina ranging from 94- 98%

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GDT Characteristics, Terms and Consideration Factors (continued)

A For voltages below the breakdown voltage, the gas

B The discharge is self-sustaining due to gas ionization if

C The transition region. As the electric field increases,

D The glow region (or normal glow region). In this region,

E The abnormal glow region. In contrast to the normal

F The glow-to-arc transition region.

If the current through the gas discharge device is adjusted

As soon as the applied voltage across the device exceeds

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Not Intended for Use in Life Support or Life Saving

The products shown herein are not designed for use

No license, express or implied, by estoppel or otherwise,

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AC and CG3 Series RoHS

Littelfuse AC series two-electrode line protectors

Littelfuse CG3 two electrode high voltage (1.0 - 7.5

2 Electrode GDT Graphical Symbol

Datasheet Resources Samples

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Device Specifications (at 25C) Life Ratings

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Soldering Parameters - Reflow Soldering (Surface Mount Devices)

A For voltages below the breakdown voltage, the gas

B The discharge is self-sustaining due to gas ionization if

C The transition region. As the electric field increases,

D The glow region (or normal glow region). In this region,

E The abnormal glow region. In contrast to the normal

F The glow-to-arc transition region.