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Top rated varistors

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  1. Best overall

    Vishay VFR 50V 200A Varistor

    4.7/5 $15-$20

    High voltage rating with low ESR, ideal for protecting high-power electronics.

    • Low ESR
    • High surge rating
    • Compact size
    • Higher cost
  2. Best high-voltage pick

    Vishay VFR 100V 200A Varistor

    4.6/5 $25-$35

    Excellent for industrial circuits requiring 100V tolerance and robust surge protection.

    • High voltage rating
    • Low ESR
    • Durable
    • Bulky packaging
  3. Best for high-voltage applications

    Vishay VFR 200V 200A Varistor

    4.5/5 $40-$55

    Handles 200V systems with impressive current handling and reliability.

    • Very high voltage
    • High surge capacity
    • Reliable
    • Expensive
    • Requires careful installation
  4. Bourns NCP1200 Varistor
    Best budget pick Generic

    Bourns NCP1200 Varistor

    4.4/5 $164.01

    Affordable varistor with solid performance for low-to-mid voltage circuits.

    • Low cost
    • Compact
    • Good performance
    • Limited surge capacity
  5. Bourns NCP2000 Varistor
    Mid-range value Generic

    Bourns NCP2000 Varistor

    4.5/5 $164.01

    Balances cost and performance, suitable for many industrial control systems.

    • Balanced cost/performance
    • Low ESR
    • Versatile
    • Not ultra-high voltage
  6. Bourns NCP5000 Varistor
    High-current protection Generic

    Bourns NCP5000 Varistor

    4.6/5 $164.01

    Ideal for applications demanding higher current handling while maintaining low ESR.

    • High current rating
    • Low ESR
    • Sturdy
    • Higher price
  7. Vishay NTE 1000V Varistor
    Ultra-high voltage protection ezqnirk

    Vishay NTE 1000V Varistor

    4.3/5 $4.39

    Exceptional voltage rating for specialized industrial equipment.

    • Ultra-high voltage
    • High surge rating
    • Durable
    • Size may be large
    • Limited availability

Buying advice

When choosing a varistor, match the device’s voltage rating to slightly exceed the maximum operating voltage of your circuit to avoid nuisance tripping. Ensure the surge current and energy rating meet or exceed the expected fault energy, and consider the varistor’s ESR for heat dissipation. Also, verify the package type (e.g., axial, surface mount) fits your board layout and that the part’s temperature range suits your operating environment.

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