Fuse Datasheet
251/253 Series
PICO® II Very Fast-Acting Fuse
QPL
PS
E
Description
The PICO® II Very Fast-Acting Fuse is designed to meet an
extensive array of performance characteristics in a space-saving
subminiature package.
Features and Benefits
■ Very fast-acting
■ Halogen-free available
■ Small size
■ Wide operating temperature
range
■ Wide current rating range
(0.062A- 15A)
■ Low temperature re-rating
Applications
Secondary protection for space constrained applications
■ Power supply
■ Flat–panel display TV
Additional Information
Resources
251 Series
Resources
253 Series
Accessories
251 Series
Accessories
253 Series
Samples
251 Series
PS
E
QPL
Agency File/Certificate Number
■ Audio/Video system
■ LCD backlight inverter
■ Lighting system
■ Office machines
■ Medical equipment
Electrical Characteristics for Series
% of Ampere Rating
Ampere Rating
Opening Time
100%
0.062A - 15A
4 Hours, Min.
200%
Samples
253 Series
275%
Agency Approvals
Agency
■ LCD monitor
400%
Ampere Range
253 Series
251 Series
N/A
E10480
0.062A - 15A
N/A
29862
0.062A - 15A
N/A
PSE_NBK200416-JP1021
1A - 5A
N/A
J50158379
0.500A - 10A
FM10
N/A
N/A
2020970207000061
0.062A - 15A
0.500A, 1A, 2A,
2.5A, 3A, 4A, 5A
1000%
0.062A - 7A
1 Second, Max.
10A
3 Seconds, Max.
12 - 15A
10 Seconds, Max.
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
300 msecs., Max.
30 msecs., Max.
4 msecs., Max.
Note: See Electrical Specifications by Item table for specific approved ratings.
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Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Revised: GD.10/11/21
Fuse Datasheet
251/253 Series
PICO® II Very Fast-Acting Fuse
Electrical Specifications by Item
Ampere
Rating
(A)
Amp
Code
Ordering
Number
(Std.)
Ordering
Number
(Mil.)
.062
.125
.200
.250
.375
.500
.630
.750
1.00
1.25
1.50
2.00
2.50
3.00
3.50
4.00
5.00
7.00
10.0
12.0
.062
.125
.200
.250
.375
.500
.630
.750
001.
1.25
01.5
002.
02.5
003.
03.5
004.
005.
007.
010.
012.
251.062
251.125
251.200
251.250
251.375
251.500
251.630
251.750
251001.
2511.25
25101.5
251002.
25102.5
251003.
25103.5
251004.
251005.
251007.
251010.
251012.
253.062
253.125
253.200
253.250
253.375
253.500
15.0
015.
251015.
253015.
253.750
253001.
25301.5
253002.
253003.
253004.
253005.
253007.
253010.
Max
Voltage
Rating
(V)
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
32
32
Interrupting
Rating
300 A @
125VDC
50A@
125VAC
Nominal
Cold
Resistance
(Ohms)
7.000
1.700
0.895
0.665
0.395
0.302
0.205
0.175
0.128
0.100
0.0823
0.0473
0.0360
0.0295
0.0240
0.0204
0.0158
0.0107
0.0072
0.0059
300A@32VDC
&
50A@32VAC 0.00446
Nominal
Melting
2
I t (A2 sec)
0.000113
1.4
0.00174
0.285
0.0048
0.345
0.0116
0.24
0.0296
0.215
0.0598 0.2165
0.08
0.188
0.153
0.176
0.256
0.194
0.390
0.2
0.587
0.21
0.405
0.141
0.721
0.132
1.19
0.131
1.58
0.1205
2.45
0.114
4.14
0.11
10.4
0.102
25.5
0.1
45.2
0.0878
68.8
Agency Approvals
Nom
Voltage
Drop
(V)
0.071
QPL
PS
E
253 Series
Only
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
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
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
x
-
x
x
-
-
x
-
Note: Higher ampere ratings are available. Please contact Littelfuse Technical Support or your Littelfuse products representative for assistance.
.250A
.375A
.500A
.630A
.750A
1A
1.25A
1.5A
2A
2.5A
3A
3.5A
4A
5A
7A
10A
12A
15A
100
.125A
Average Time Current Curves
.062A
Temperature Re-rating Curve
TIME IN SECONDS
10
1
0.1
Note:
1. Re-rating depicted in this curve is in addition to the standard derating of 25% for continuous operation.
0.01
0.001
0.05 0.1
1
10
100
1000
CURRENT IN AMPERES
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Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Revised: GD.10/11/21
Fuse Datasheet
251/253 Series
PICO® II Very Fast-Acting Fuse
Product Characteristics
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
Materials
Solderability
Lead Pull Force
Fuses To MIL SPEC
Operating
Temperature
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
Shock
Condition I (100 G’s peak for 6 msecs.)
MIL-STD-202, Method 302,
Insulation Resistance
Test Condition A (10,000 ohms
(After Opening):
minimum at 100 volts)
Moisture Resistance
MIL-STD-202, Method 106
Withstands 60 seconds above 200OC
Resistance to Soldering Heat
and up to 260ºC, maximum
Flammability Rating
UL 94V–0
Vibration
–55ºC to +125ºC (Consider re-rating)
Soldering Parameters
Recommended Process Parameters:
Packaging
Wave Parameter
Lead-Free Recommendation
for 251 Series only
(Depends on Flux Activation Temperature)
(Typical Industry Recommendation)
Packaging Option
Packaging
Specification
*T1: 52.4mm (2.062")
Tape and Reel
EIA 296
**T3: 73mm (2.874')
Tape and Reel
EIA 296
Preheat:
100°C
Temperature Minimum:
150°C
Temperature Maximum:
Quantity &
Packaging Code
Please refer to
available quantities
above in "Part
Numbering
System”
Preheat Time:
60-180 seconds
Solder Pot Temperature:
260°C Maximum
The default lead length for both ammo pack and loose pack is T1 for 251 and is T3 for 253.
2-5 seconds
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.
Solder Dwell Time:
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
Part Numbering System
Dimensions
251 Series Markings
27.78
(1.094")
(T1 lead length)
62.7 (2.468")
52.4 (2.062")*
7.11 (.280")
1A
6.35 (.25")
tape
LF
5.0 (.197")
1A
0251 xxxx N R T1 L
Series
27.78
(1.094")
251 = Standard type
253 = Military type
Current Rating
2.80
(.11")
MAX
Refer to Amp Code column of
Electrical Specifications Table
6.35 (.25")
tape
Quantity
LF
N = 5000
P = 2000
M = 1000
H = 100
Wire Diameter:
0.64 (.025") for 0.062-10 amp,
0.81 (.032") for 12-15 amp
Type of Packaging
253 Series Markings
38.1
(1.5")
73.0 (2.874")**
7.11 (.280")
LF
6.35 (.25")
tape
LF
38.1
(1.5")
2.61 (.103")
MAX
27.78
(1.094")
(T1 lead length)
62.7 (2.468")
52.4 (2.062")*
7.11 (.280")
27.78
(1.094")
Lead Length
F
The default lead length for Ammo pack and L
Loose pack is now T1 for 251 series, and
5.0
(.197")
6.35
(.25")
remains T3 for 253 series, therefore:
tape 251 series only*
T1 = 52.4mm (2.062”),
Blank = 52.4mm (2.062”) for 251 series* 1 A
or 73mm (2.874”) for 253 series**
1A
5.0 (.197")
251 Series (Halogen-free Version) Markings
R = Reel
A = Ammo Pack
X = Loose Pack
(T3 lead length)
83.31 (3.28")
6.35 (.25")
tape
1A
Option Codes
Wire Diameter:
0.64 (.025") for 0.062-10 amp,
0.81 (.032") for 15 amp
1A
2.80
(.11")
MAX
LF
Wire Diameter:
0.64 (.025") for 0.62-10.0 amp,
0.81 (.032") for 12-15 amp
L = RoHS + HF
(Only applies to 251 Series)
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Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Revised: GD.10/11/21
6.35 (.25")
tape