Axial Lead & Cartridge Fuses
2AG > Fast-Acting > 208 Series
208 Series Lead-Free 2AG, Fast-Acting Fuse
Description
RoHS
Pb
PS
E
Littelfuse 208 Series (2AG) 350V Fast-Acting Fuses are
available in cartridge form or with axial leads. This series
provides the same performance characteristics as its 3AG
counterpart, while occupying one-third the space. Sleeved
fuses are available.
Features
• In accordance
with Underwriter’s
Laboratories Standard
UL 248-14
Agency Approvals
Agency
Agency File Number
Ampere Range
various lead forming
dimensions
• RoHS compliant and
Lead-free
• Available in cartridge and
axial lead form and with
E10480
0.375A - 10A
1A
1.5A - 3.5A
4A - 5A
6A - 10A
0.375A - 10A
Applications
• Electrical ballasts used in fluorescent lighting and other
applications
NBK200405-E10480A/B
PS
E
NBK200405-E10480C/D
NBK110512-E10480A/B
NBK210405-E10480E/F
Electrical Characteristics for Series
% of Ampere
Rating
100%
135%
200%
Opening Time
4 Hours,
Min.
1 Hour,
Max.
1 Second,
Max.
Additional Information
Datasheet
Resources
Samples
Accessories
For recommended fuse accessories for this product series,
see ‘Recommended
Accessories’
section.
Electrical Characteristic Specifications by Item
Voltage
Rating
350
350
350
350
350
350
350
350
350
350
350
350
350
350
350
100A @
350V AC
Interrupting
Rating
Nominal Cold
Resistance
(Ohms)
0.395
0.265
0.152
0.103
0.0712
0.0497
0.0372
0.0317
0.0265
0.0240
0.0186
0.0154
0.0130
0.0107
0.0075
Nominal
Melting
I
2
t (A
2
sec)
0.171
0.365
1.050
2.220
0.800
2.169
2.68
4.62
6.70
9.40
17
.00
22.10
40
56
116
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Agency Approvals
PS
E
Amp Code
.375
.500
.750
001.
01.5
002.
02.5
003.
03.5
004.
005.
006.
007
.
008.
010.
Amp Rating
0.375
0.500
0.750
1.0
1.5
2.0
2.5
3.0
3.5
4
5
6
7
8
10
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
© 2016 Littelfuse, Inc.
Specifications are subject to change without notice. Application testing is strongly recommended.
Revised: 06/23/16
Axial Lead & Cartridge Fuses
2AG > Fast-Acting > 208 Series
Temperature Re-rating Curve
Average Time Current Curves
100
10
TIME IN SECONDS
1
0.1
Note:
Rerating depicted in this curve is in addition to the standard derating of 25%
for continuous operation.
0.01
0.001
0.1
1
10
100
CURRENT IN AMPERES
1000
Soldering Parameters - Wave Soldering
300
280
260
240
220
200
180
160
140
120
100
80
60
40
20
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
0
Temperature (°C) - Measured on bottom side of board
Recommended Process Parameters:
Wave Parameter
Preheat:
(Depends on Flux Activation Temperature)
(Typical Industry Recommendation)
Temperature Minimum:
Temperature Maximum:
Preheat Time:
Solder Pot Temperature:
Solder Dwell Time:
Recommended Hand-Solder Parameters:
Solder Iron Temperature: 350°C +/- 5°C
Heating Time: 5 seconds max.
Note: These devices are not recommended for IR or
Convection Reflow process.
Time (Seconds)
Preheat Time
Dwell Time
Cooling Time
3/8A
1/2A
3/4A
1A
1 1/2A
2A
2 1/2A
3A
4A
5A
6A
7A
8A
10A
Lead-Free Recommendation
100
°
C
150
°
C
60-180 seconds
260
°
C Maximum
2-5 seconds
© 2016 Littelfuse, Inc.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Revised: 06/23/16
Axial Lead & Cartridge Fuses
2AG > Fast-Acting > 208 Series
Product Characteristics
Materials
Terminal Strength
Solderability
Product Marking
Body : Glass
Cap : Nickel–plated brass
Leads: Tin–plated Copper
MIL-STD-202, Method 211,
Test Condition A
MIL-STD-202 method 208
Cap1 : Brand logo, current and voltage
ratings
Cap2 : Series and agency approval marks
Operating
Temperature:
Thermal
Shock:
Vibration
Humidity
–55ºC to 125ºC.
MIL
-STD-202, Method 107 Test Condition B (5
,
Cycles -65ºC to +125ºC).
MIL
-STD-202, Method 201
MIL
-STD-202, Method 103, Test Condition A:
High RH (95%) and elevated temp (40ºC) for
240 hours
MIL
-STD-202, Method 101, Test Condition B
Salt Spray
Dimensions
Part Numbering System
208 000P Series
4.2 - 4.8
(.16" - .19”)
4.2 - 4.8
(.16" - .19”)
14.1 - 14.9
(.56" - .59”)
208 000EP Series
.635 ± .06
(.025" ± .002”)
14.1 - 14.9
(.56" - .59”)
38.1 ± 1
(1.50" ± .04”) TYP.
0208 xxxx M X E P
Series
Current Rating Code
Refer to Amp Code column of
Electrical Characteristics Table
Quantity Code
M = 1000
Packaging Code
X = Loose Pack
Option Codes
Blank = Cartridge Type Fuse
E = Axial Leaded Fuse
Lead-free
Packaging
Packaging Option
208 Series
Bulk
Bulk
Reel and Tape
N/A
N/A
EIA 296-E
1000
1000
1500
MX
MXE
DRT1
N/A
N/A
T1=53mm (2.087”)
Packaging Specification
Quantity
Quantity & Packaging
Code
Taping Width
Recommended Accessories
Accessory
Type
Holder
Block
Clip
Series
150
286
254
111
Description
In-Line Fuseholder
Panel Mount Flip-Top Shock-Safe Fuseholder
OMNI-BLOK
®
Fuse Block
PC Board Mount Fuse Clip
Max
Application
Voltage
350
250
400
250
Max
Application
Amperage
10
10
10
10
Notes:
1. Do not use in applications above rating.
2. Please refer to fuseholder data sheet for specific re-rating information.
3. Please contact factory for applications greater than the max voltage and amperage shown.
© 2016 Littelfuse, Inc.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Revised: 06/23/16