Overview
The CM1213A-04S7 is a part of the CM1213A family of diode arrays designed by onsemi to provide ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) protection for electronic components or subsystems. These devices are optimized for systems requiring minimal capacitive loading, making them ideal for high-speed data and clock rate applications. The CM1213A-04S7 specifically offers protection for up to 4 channels, ensuring robust ESD protection without compromising the performance of high-speed ports.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Channels | 4 | |
| Direction | Unidirectional | |
| Maximum Capacitance (C Max) | 1.2 | pF |
| Breakdown Voltage (VBR Min) | 6 | V |
| Working Voltage (VRWM Max) | 3.3 | V |
| Leakage Current (IR Max) | 0.225 | µA |
| Peak Pulse Power (PPK Max) | 0.4 | W |
| Package Type | SC-88-6 / SC-70-6 / SOT-363-6 | |
| ESD Protection Level | Up to 8 kV (IEC 61000-4-2) | |
| Operating Supply Voltage | 3.3 V |
Key Features
- Low capacitive loading, making it suitable for high-speed data and clock rate applications.
- Each ESD channel consists of a pair of diodes in series, steering positive or negative ESD current pulses to the supply rails.
- Embedded Zener diode between VP and VN, protecting the VCC rail against ESD strikes and eliminating the need for a bypass capacitor.
- Unidirectional protection for up to 4 channels.
- Compact package options such as SC-88-6, SC-70-6, and SOT-363-6.
Applications
- Protection for high-speed ports such as USB 2.0, IEEE1394 (Firewire®, iLink™), Serial ATA, DVI, and HDMI.
- Removable storage devices.
- Digital camcorders and DVD-RW drives.
- Other applications requiring low loading capacitance and robust ESD protection.
Q & A
- What is the primary function of the CM1213A-04S7?
The primary function of the CM1213A-04S7 is to provide ESD protection for electronic components or subsystems, especially those requiring minimal capacitive loading.
- How many channels does the CM1213A-04S7 protect?
The CM1213A-04S7 protects up to 4 channels.
- What is the maximum capacitance of the CM1213A-04S7?
The maximum capacitance (C Max) of the CM1213A-04S7 is 1.2 pF.
- What is the breakdown voltage (VBR Min) of the CM1213A-04S7?
The breakdown voltage (VBR Min) of the CM1213A-04S7 is 6 V.
- What is the ESD protection level of the CM1213A-04S7?
The CM1213A-04S7 provides ESD protection up to 8 kV according to the IEC 61000-4-2 standard.
- What are the typical applications of the CM1213A-04S7?
The CM1213A-04S7 is typically used in high-speed ports such as USB 2.0, IEEE1394, Serial ATA, DVI, and HDMI, as well as in removable storage devices, digital camcorders, and DVD-RW drives.
- What package types are available for the CM1213A-04S7?
The CM1213A-04S7 is available in SC-88-6, SC-70-6, and SOT-363-6 package types.
- What is the operating supply voltage of the CM1213A-04S7?
The operating supply voltage of the CM1213A-04S7 is 3.3 V.
- How does the embedded Zener diode benefit the CM1213A-04S7?
The embedded Zener diode protects the VCC rail against ESD strikes and eliminates the need for a bypass capacitor, which would otherwise be required for absorbing positive ESD strikes to ground.
- What is the leakage current (IR Max) of the CM1213A-04S7?
The leakage current (IR Max) of the CM1213A-04S7 is 0.225 µA.
