Littelfuse, Inc.
Overcurrent protection by depletion mode MOSFET and bi-metallic temperature sensing switch
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Abstract:
Circuits for providing overcurrent and overvoltage protection are disclosed herein. The circuits feature a depletion mode MOSFET (D MOSFET) as a current limiter, the D MOSFET being connected to a bi-metallic switch, where the bi-metallic switch acts as a temperature sensing circuit breaker. In combination, the D MOSFET and bi-metallic switch are able to limit current to downstream circuit components, thus protecting the components from damage.
Status:
Grant
Type:
Utility
Filling date:
11 Sep 2020
Issue date:
14 Jun 2022