Product Overview
The Cantherm Thermal Motor Protector is a temperature limiter and thermal cut-out designed for reliable protection of motors, transformers, coils, and electronic components. These devices offer small dimensions, are tested for shock and vibration resistance, and are available in leadframe versions suitable for audio and video applications, compliant with EN 60065. They provide automatic action and are tested for use in protection category I and II, with various insulation and housing options available to suit specific application needs.
Product Attributes
- Brand: Cantherm (Div. of Microtherm International Cooperation)
- Origin: Canada (Marking: C)
- Certifications: VDE / ENEC, UL, cUL, CQC
- Testing: Shock and vibration tested (similar to EN 50155), Tested for audio, video applications (EN 60065)
- Resistances: Tight against ordinary resins and lacquers
- Degrees of Protection: IP00
- Protection Categories: I, II
Technical Specifications
| Model/Version | Control Type | Rated Current at 250 V (50/60 Hz, PF 0.95 / 0.6) | Switching Cycles (Rated Current) | Max. Current (Failure Condition at 250 V, PF 0.95) | Switching Cycles (Max. Current) | Temperature Rating (Ta) | Tolerance | Contact Resistance (incl. 100mm wire) | Hysteresis | Dielectric Strength (Standard Insulation) | Shock/Vibration Testing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| F13A / E | Normally Closed | 2.0 A / 1.6 A | 7,000 | 4.0 A | 3,000 | 70 C ... 190 C | 5 K | < 50 m | 30 K 15 K | 2 kV | 400 m/s sine half wave / 100 m/s 5 Hz ... 2,000 Hz sine |
| F20A / E | Normally Closed | 3.0 A / 2.5 A | 10,000 | 5.0 A | 3,000 | 70 C ... 185 C | 5 K | < 50 m | 30 K 15 K | 2 kV | 400 m/s sine half wave / 100 m/s 5 Hz ... 2,000 Hz sine |
| F23A / E | Normally Closed | 3.0 A / 3.0 A | 10,000 | 4.0 A | 3,000 | 70 C ... 185 C | 5 K | < 50 m | 30 K 15 K | 2 kV | 400 m/s sine half wave / 100 m/s 5 Hz ... 2,000 Hz sine |
| F20B / G | Normally Open | 2.0 A / 1.6 A | 7,000 | 4.0 A | 3,000 | 70 C ... 185 C | 5 K | < 50 m | 30 K 15 K | 2 kV | 400 m/s sine half wave / 100 m/s 5 Hz ... 2,000 Hz sine |
| Feature of Automatic Action: 1.B, 2.B.M, 1.C (for F13A/E), 2.B, 1.C (for F20A/E, F23A/E) | |||||||||||
| Standard Wire: Length 100 10 mm, stripped 6 1 mm | |||||||||||
| Approvals: VDE / ENEC, UL File Number E46827, cUL C22.2 No. 77 / C22.2 No. 24, CQC GB14536.1-1998 / GB14536.10-1996 | |||||||||||
| Cantherm Code | Max. Operating Voltage | Max. Diameter | Insulation Cross Section | UL Style | Temperature | Color |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACFA | 300 V | 1.57 mm | AWG24 / 0.24 mm | 3266/3398 | 150 C | Black |
| AEFC | 300 V | 1.80 mm | AWG20 / 0.48 mm | 3266/3398 | 150 C | Yellow |
| KCFA | 600 V | 1.2 mm | AWG24 / 0.25 mm | 10086 | 200 C | Black |
| KEFA | 600 V | 1.6 mm | AWG20 / 0.50 mm | 10086 | 200 C | Black |
| ASFA | 300 V | 1.65 mm | AWG20 / 0.81 mm | 3266/3398 | 150 C | Black |
| DCFB | 300 V | 1.21 mm | AWG24 / 0.51 mm | 1180 | 200 C | White |
| DEFB | 300 V | 1.51 mm | AWG20 / 0.81 mm | 1180 | 200 C | White |
| Model | Insulation | Housing | Leads | Grid Dimension | Approvals |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| F13 A | None | 0 (not insulated), Potted | A, B | U112 | L (different dimensions) | 5.08 mm | VDE, UL, cUL |
| F20, F23 A | None | 0 (not insulated), Potted | A, B | U112 | L (different dimensions) | 5.08 mm | VDE, UL, cUL, CSA |
| F20, F23 A | Coated | A, B | U112 | L (different dimensions) | 5.08 mm | VDE, UL, cUL, CSA |
| F13 | Potted | G410 | 6 (PPS housing), A150 | 36, U112 | L (different dimensions) | Leadframe leads | 5.08 mm | VDE, UL, cUL |
| F20, F23 A | Potted | G410 | 6 (PPS housing), A150 | 36, U112 | L (different dimensions) | Leadframe leads | 5.08 mm | VDE, UL, cUL, CSA |
| F20, F23 A | Potted | G700 | B (aluminum housing, thread M4x6, Ta max. 150 C) | Leads | - | VDE, UL, cUL, CSA |
| F13 | Potted | G410 | 6 (PPS housing) | ACFA (lead wire) | - | VDE, UL, cUL |
| F20, F23 A | Potted | G410 | 6 (PPS housing) | ACFA (lead wire) | - | VDE, UL, cUL, CSA |
| F13 | Potted | - | U102 | B, U106 | F (different dimensions for F20, F23) | - | VDE, UL, cUL |
| F13 A | Potted | - | U198 (different dimensions for F20, F23) | - | VDE, UL, cUL |
| F20, F23 A | Potted | U185 (cap of PPS) | - | - | VDE, UL, cUL |
Marking Example
F20A (Type F20 nc) 12005 (Response Temperature 120C, Tolerance 5K) 049D (Date of Manufacture April 2009, Country D=Germany)
Ordering Example (Microtherm)
F20 A 120 05 L310 100 U254
Ordering Example (Cantherm)
[ F20A12005ACFA06E ]
F20A (Type) 120 (Temp. 120C) 05 (Tolerance +/-5C) ACF (Wire leads UL3398 24 AWG) A (Color Black) 0 (No insulation) 6 (Lead length 6") E (Strip .25")
Marking: F20A (type F20 nc) 12005 (response temperature 120C, tolerance 5K) 065C (date of manufacture June 2015, country C = Canada)
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