Littelfuse V20E460PL2B Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Littelfuse V20E460PL2B is a 750V 10kA disc varistor designed for transient voltage suppression applications. This UltraMOV™ series component operates across -55°C to 85°C and is rated for 460V AC / 615V DC maximum operating conditions. The part is Active status and ROHS3 compliant, making it suitable for modern electronic equipment requiring overvoltage protection. Equivalent substitute parts are identified to support procurement flexibility, inventory management, and supply chain continuity.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Varistor Voltage (Typical)	750 V
Current - Surge	10 kA
Maximum AC Volts	460 V
Maximum DC Volts	615 V
Energy	360 J
Operating Temperature Range	-55°C to 85°C
Package / Case	Disc 20mm
Mounting Type	Through Hole
Number of Circuits	1
Capacitance @ 1 MHz	400 pF

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the V20E460PL2B are classified as parametric equivalents based on identical electrical and mechanical specifications. The substitution criteria are strictly defined by the following parameters:

Varistor voltage range (Min/Typ/Max): 675V / 750V / 825V
Surge current rating: 10 kA
Maximum AC/DC operating voltages: 460V AC / 615V DC
Energy dissipation: 360 J
Package form factor: Disc 20mm through-hole
Operating temperature range: -55°C to 85°C
Series designation: UltraMOV™
Compliance standards: ROHS3, REACH Unaffected

All identified substitutes meet these criteria without deviation, ensuring direct functional interchangeability in circuit applications.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	V20E460PL2B	V20E460P	V20E460PL1B
Varistor Voltage (Min)	675 V	675 V	675 V
Varistor Voltage (Typ)	750 V	750 V	750 V
Varistor Voltage (Max)	825 V	825 V	825 V
Current - Surge	10 kA	10 kA	10 kA
Maximum AC Volts	460 V	460 V	460 V
Maximum DC Volts	615 V	615 V	615 V
Energy	360 J	360 J	360 J
Operating Temperature	-55°C to 85°C	-55°C to 85°C	-55°C to 85°C
Package / Case	Disc 20mm	Disc 20mm	Disc 20mm
Mounting Type	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole
Number of Circuits	1	1	1
Capacitance @ 1 MHz	400 pF	400 pF	400 pF
Series	UltraMOV™	UltraMOV™	UltraMOV™
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant
REACH Status	REACH Unaffected	REACH Unaffected	REACH Unaffected
Product Status	Active	Active	Active

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All three parts—V20E460PL2B, V20E460P, and V20E460PL1B—are Active status components manufactured by Littelfuse Inc. and carry identical electrical and mechanical specifications. Selection between these parts may be based on inventory availability and procurement lead times:

V20E460PL2B: 935 pcs in stock
V20E460P: 1800 pcs in stock
V20E460PL1B: 3026 pcs in stock

All parts maintain ROHS3 compliance and REACH Unaffected status, meeting regulatory requirements for modern electronic equipment. The through-hole disc 20mm package format ensures compatibility with existing PCB layouts designed for the primary part number.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can V20E460P be used as a direct replacement for V20E460PL2B?

A: Yes. Both parts are parametric equivalents with identical electrical ratings (750V typical varistor voltage, 10kA surge current), energy dissipation (360J), operating temperature range (-55°C to 85°C), and physical package (Disc 20mm through-hole). No circuit modifications are required.

Q: What is the difference between V20E460PL2B and V20E460PL1B?

A: These parts are parametric equivalents with no electrical or mechanical differences. The part number suffix variation reflects manufacturing or packaging batch designation only. All specifications, compliance certifications, and performance characteristics are identical.

Q: Are all three parts suitable for the same circuit application?

A: Yes. All three parts meet identical specifications for varistor voltage, surge current rating, maximum operating voltages, energy dissipation, temperature range, and package form factor. They are functionally interchangeable in transient voltage suppression circuits.

Q: Do these parts require any special handling or storage considerations?

A: All parts carry Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL) 1 (Unlimited), indicating no moisture sensitivity restrictions during storage or handling.

Q: What compliance certifications apply to these substitute parts?

A: All parts are ROHS3 compliant and REACH Unaffected, meeting regulatory requirements for electronic equipment in regulated markets.

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