This document provides electrical and mechanical specifications for the SL12 16003 model produced by Ametherm, Inc. The product features a resistance of 16.0Ω, a maximum steady state current of 3.0A, and a recommended energy rating of 40.0J. Additionally, the document provides information on the product's dimensions and materials.
The SL12 16003 is a circuit‑protection thermistor offered by Ametherm. The datasheet lists its mechanical dimensions, lead options, and key electrical parameters such as resistance, current rating, and energy limits.
Ordering options are described: add “-A” for inside kinked leads or “-B” for outside kinked leads (e.g., SL12 16003‑A). Contact information for Ametherm, Inc. and the company website are also included.
| Resistance @ 25 °C | 16.0 QA +20 % |
|---|---|
| Max Steady State Current (up to 65 °C) | 3.0 A |
| Max Recommended Energy Rating | 40.05 J |
| Actual Failure Point of Instantaneous Energy | 105.0 J |
| Body Temperature @ 100 % Current Rating | 142 °C |
| Dissipation Constant | 13.9 mW/°C |
| Thermal Time Constant | 54 seconds |
| Max Recommended Capacitance @ 120 VAC/240 VAC | 2700 UF/690 LF |
| Lead Diameter | 1.0 ± 0.1 mm |
| Body Diameter (D) | 12.0 ± 0.5 mm |
Add “-A” after the part number for inside kinked leads and “-B” for outside kinked leads (e.g., SL12 16003‑A).
The maximum steady‑state current up to 65 °C is 3.0 A.
The resistance at 25 °C is 16.0 QA with a +20 % tolerance.