Overview
The NUP4201DR2G is a low capacitance surge protection diode array designed and manufactured by onsemi. This component is specifically engineered to protect sensitive electronics from damage caused by Electrostatic Discharge (ESD), Electrical Fast Transients (EFT), and lightning-induced surges. It is particularly suited for high-speed data interfaces and communication lines due to its low capacitance and high surge protection capabilities.
Key Specifications
| Characteristic | Symbol | Min | Typ | Max | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reverse Breakdown Voltage @ It = 1.0 mA | VBR | 6.0 | - | - | V |
| Reverse Leakage Current @ VRWM = 5.0 Volts | IR | - | - | 10 μA | μA |
| Peak Power Dissipation 8 x 20 μs @ TA = 25°C | Ppk | - | - | 500 W | W |
| Junction and Storage Temperature Range | TJ, Tstg | -55 | - | 150 | °C |
| Lead Solder Temperature - Maximum 10 Seconds Duration | TL | - | - | 260 | °C |
| Capacitance Between I/O Pins and Ground @ DC Bias = 0 V, 1.0 MHz | - | - | 5.0 | 10 pF | |
| Capacitance Between I/O Pins and I/O @ DC Bias = 0 V, 1.0 MHz | - | - | 2.5 | 5.0 pF |
Key Features
- Low capacitance design suitable for high-speed data interfaces.
- SO-8 package with Pb-free option available.
- High surge protection capabilities: ESD rating of 15 kV (air) and 8 kV (contact) according to IEC 61000-4-2, EFT rating of 40 A (5/50 ns) according to IEC 61000-4-4, and lightning rating of 25 A (8/20 μs) according to IEC 61000-4-5.
- UL flammability rating of 94 V-0.
- Integrated surge protection diode and steering diodes in a single package.
- Ability to protect up to four data lines against transient overvoltage conditions.
- Configurable protection options including reference to power supply rail or internal surge protection diode.
Applications
- High-speed communication line protection.
- USB power and data line protection.
- Video line protection.
- Base stations.
- HDSL, IDSL secondary IC side protection.
- Microcontroller input protection.
- ESD protection for Ethernet ports (10/100 differential mode).
- T1/E1 transceiver protection.
Q & A
- What is the primary function of the NUP4201DR2G?
The primary function of the NUP4201DR2G is to protect sensitive electronics from damage caused by ESD, EFT, and lightning-induced surges, particularly in high-speed data interfaces.
- What is the package type of the NUP4201DR2G?
The NUP4201DR2G comes in an SO-8 package.
- What are the ESD protection ratings of the NUP4201DR2G?
The NUP4201DR2G has an ESD rating of 15 kV (air) and 8 kV (contact) according to IEC 61000-4-2.
- What is the peak power dissipation capability of the NUP4201DR2G?
The peak power dissipation capability is 500 W for an 8 x 20 μs pulse at TA = 25°C.
- How many data lines can the NUP4201DR2G protect?
The NUP4201DR2G can protect up to four data lines against transient overvoltage conditions.
- What are the typical applications of the NUP4201DR2G?
Typical applications include high-speed communication line protection, USB power and data line protection, video line protection, base stations, HDSL, IDSL secondary IC side protection, and microcontroller input protection.
- How does the NUP4201DR2G reduce signal distortion?
The NUP4201DR2G reduces signal distortion by biasing the steering diodes, which minimizes their capacitance and thus minimizes signal distortion.
- What is the UL flammability rating of the NUP4201DR2G?
The UL flammability rating of the NUP4201DR2G is 94 V-0.
- Can the NUP4201DR2G be used in isolated power supply configurations?
- What are the recommended PCB design considerations for using the NUP4201DR2G?
It is recommended to minimize PCB trace lengths and use a ground plane to reduce ground inductance.
