Axial Lead & Cartridge Fuses
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®
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251/253 Series, PICO
®
II Very Fast-Acting Fuse
Description
PS
E
QPL
The PICO
®
II Very Fast-Acting Fuse is designed to meet an
extensive array of performance characteristics in a
space-saving subminiature package.
Features
• Very fast-acting
• Halogen-free available
• Small size
• Wide operating
temperature range
• Wide current rating range
(0.062A- 15A)
• Low temperature re-rating
Agency Approvals
Agency File Number
Agency
253 Series
251 Series
Ampere Range
Applications
Secondary protection for space constrained applications
• Flat–panel display TV
• LCD monitor
0.062A - 15A
0.062A - 15A
1A - 5A
0.500A - 10A
0.062A - 15A
0.500A, 1A, 2A,
2.5A, 3A, 4A, 5A
• Power supply
• Audio/Video system
• Lighting system
• Medical equipment
E10480
29862
PS
E
• LCD backlight inverter
• Office machines
PSE_NBK200416-JP1021
J50158379
Electrical Characteristics for Series
% of Ampere
Rating
100%
200%
Ampere Rating
0.062A - 15A
0.062A - 7A
10A
12 - 15A
275%
400%
1000%
0.500A, 1A, 2A,
2.5A, 3A, 4A, 5A,
7A, 10A
0.5A, 1A, 2A, 2.5A,
3A, 4A, 5A, 7A, 10A
0.500A, 1A, 2A,
2.5A, 3A, 4A, 5A,
7A, 10A
Opening Time
4 Hours, Min.
1 Second, Max.
3 Seconds, Max.
10 Seconds, Max.
300 msecs., Max.
30 msecs., Max.
4 msecs., Max.
FM10
N/A
2009010207366577
Note: See Electrical Specifications by Item table for specific approved ratings.
Additional Information
Datasheet
251 Series
Resources
251 Series
Samples
251 Series
Datasheet
253 Series
Resources
253 Series
Samples
253 Series
© 2018 Littelfuse, Inc.
Application testing is strongly recommended. Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Revised: 05/31/18
Axial Lead & Cartridge Fuses
PICO
®
ll > Very Fast-Acting Fuse > 251/253 Series
Temperature Re-rating Curve
Average Time Current Curves
.250A
.375A
.500A
.630A
.750A
1A
1.25A
1.5A
2A
2.5A
3A
3.5A
4A
5A
7A
10A
12A
15A
1
10
CURRENT IN AMPERES
100
.062A
.125A
100
10
TIME IN SECONDS
Note:
1. Re-rating depicted in this curve is in addition to the standard derating of 25% for
continuous operation.
1
0.1
0.01
Soldering Parameters
Recommended Process Parameters:
Wave Parameter
Preheat:
(Depends on Flux Activation Temperature)
(Typical Industry Recommendation)
0.001
0.05 0.1
1000
Lead-Free Recommendation
for 251 Series only
Temperature Minimum:
Temperature Maximum:
Preheat Time:
Solder Pot Temperature:
Solder Dwell Time:
100
°
C
150
°
C
60-180 seconds
260
°
C Maximum
2-5 seconds
Recommended Hand Soldering 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
© 2018 Littelfuse, Inc.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Revised: 05/31/18
Axial Lead & Cartridge Fuses
PICO
®
ll > Very Fast-Acting Fuse > 251/253 Series
Product Characteristics
Materials
Solderability
Lead Pull Force
Fuses To MIL
SPEC
Operating
Temperature
Encapsulated, Epoxy-coated Body
251 Series: Pure tin-coated copper wire leads
253 Series: Solder-coated copper wire leads
MIL-STD-202, Method 208
MIL-STD-202, Method 211, Test Condition A
(will withstand a 7lbs. axial pull test)
For fuses to MIL
-PRF-23419, FM10 change the
series number from
251 to 253
–55ºC to +125ºC (Consider re-rating)
Vibration
MIL
-STD-202, Method 201 (10–55
Hz); Method 204, Test Condition C
(55–2000 Hz at 10 G’s Peak)
MIL
-STD-202, Method 213, Test
Condition I (100 G’s peak for 6
msecs.)
MIL
-STD-202, Method 302,
Test Condition A (10,000 ohms
minimum at 100 volts)
MIL
-STD-202, Method 106
Withstands 60 seconds above 200
O
C
and up to 260ºC, maximum
UL 94V–0
Shock
Insulation Resistance
(After Opening):
Moisture Resistance
Resistance to Soldering
Heat
Flammability Rating
Dimensions
251 Series Markings
(T1 lead length)
62.7 (2.468")
52.4 (2.062")*
7.11 (.280")
Part Numbering System
0251 xxxx N R T1 L
Series
27.78
(1.094")
27.78
(1.094")
251
= Standard type
253
= Military type
1A
6.35 (.25")
tape
5.0 (.197")
F
L
Current Rating
2.80
(.11")
MAX
6.35 (.25")
tape
Refer to Amp Code column of
Electrical Specifications Table
Quantity
N
= 5000
P
= 2000
M
= 1000
H
= 100
1A
F
L
Wire Diameter:
0.64 (.025") for 0.062-10 amp,
0.81 (.032") for 12-15 amp
Type of Packaging
R
= Reel
A
= Ammo Pack
X
= Loose Pack
(T1 lead length)
62.7 (2.468")
52.4 (2.062")*
7.11 (.280")
253 Series Markings
(T3 lead length)
83.31 (3.28")
7.11 (.280")
73.0 (2.874")**
251 Series (Halogen-free Version) Marki
Lead Length
38.1
(1.5")
38.1
(1.5")
F
L
6.35 (.25")
tape
5.0 (.197")
1A
2.61 (.103")
MAX
6.35 (.25")
tape
The default lead length for Ammo pack and
Loose pack is now T1 for 251 series, and
remains T3 for 253 series, therefore:
T1
= 52.4mm (2.062”), 251 series only*
Blank
= 52.4mm (2.062”) for 251 series*
(.197")
5.0
6.35 (.25")
tape
or 73mm (2.874”) for 253 series**
27.78
(1.094")
27.78
(1.094")
F
L
1A
2.80
(.11")
MAX
F
L
Option Codes
L = RoHS + HF
(Only applies to 251 Series)
1A
1A
F
L
Wire Diameter:
0.64 (.025") for 0.062-10 amp,
0.81 (.032") for 15 amp
Wire Diameter:
0.64 (.025") for 0.62-10.0 amp,
0.81 (.032") for 12-15 amp
Packaging
Packaging Option
*T1: 52.4mm (2.062")
Tape and Reel
**T3: 73mm (2.874')
Tape and Reel
Packaging
Specification
EIA 296
EIA 296
Quantity &
Packaging Code
Please refer to
available quantities
above in "Part
Numbering
System”
The default lead length for both ammo pack and loose pack is T1 for 251 and is T3 for 253.
Notes:
* T1 dimension is defined as the length of the component between the two
tapes. The full component length is 62.7mm (2.468").
T1 length is for 251 series only.
** T3 dimension is defined as the length of the component between the two
tapes. The full component length is 83.3.7mm (3.28”).
T3 length is for 253 series only.
Disclaimer Notice
-
Information furnished is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, users should independently evaluate the suitability of and test each
product selected for their own applications. Littelfuse products are not designed for, and may not be used in, all applications. Read complete Disclaimer Notice at:
www.littelfuse.com/disclaimer-electronics.
© 2018 Littelfuse, Inc.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Revised: 05/31/18