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Download Data Sheet AM03
GENERAL INFORMATION Bimetallic thermal protectors are constructed to protect electrical equipment against sudden and abnormal temperature rises. Their operation is mainly based on the expansion and contraction of the sensing element contained within the housing (bimetallic foil). As the temperature rises, the surface of the foil with the greater coefficient of expansion begins to elongate: however, the natural extension of the foil is hindered by the part of the foil with the lower coefficient of expansion. The two surfaces therefore begin to contract, until the more sensitive part flexes the less sensitive one.
OPENING CONTACTS At this instant, the sensing element quickly flexes (quick snap), opening the contact and interrupting the power supply.
RESTORATION OF CONTACT When the temperature conditions prior to the danger threshold have been restored, the protector, taking advantage of the same principles listed above, but in reverse order, returns to close the contact, allowing the circuit to be energized.
NO CONTACTS (Normally Open) In normally open contact applications, the process is reversed.
AM SERIES AM series thermal protectors are self-resetting thermal switches designed and manufactured to be easily inserted into the coils of electric motors, transformers etc. In fact, the particularly low profile of the housing allows high adaptability to tight spaces.
TYPICAL APPLICATIONS Electric motors, transformers, coils, audio-video amplifiers, home appliances, electronic boards (hard terminals), electrical equipment in general.
