Overview
The HDMIULC6-4SC6Y is a monolithic, application-specific discrete device designed by STMicroelectronics for ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) protection of HDMI connections. It also provides high-level protection for IEEE 1394a, IEEE 1394b/c, USB 2.0, Ethernet links, and video lines. This device is optimized for automotive and high-speed data applications, ensuring signal integrity and compliance with stringent ESD standards.
Key Specifications
| Symbol | Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| VPP | Peak pulse voltage | ±15 kV (air discharge), ±15 kV (contact discharge), ±25 kV (MIL STD883C-Method 3015-6) | kV |
| Tstg | Storage temperature range | -55 to +150 | °C |
| Tj | Maximum junction temperature | 125 | °C |
| TL | Lead solder temperature (10 seconds duration) | 260 | °C |
| IRM | Leakage current | 0.5 µA (VRM = 5 V) | µA |
| VBR | Breakdown voltage between VBUS and GND | 6 V (IR = 1 mA) | V |
| VCL | Clamping voltage | 12 V (IPP = 1 A, tp = 8/20 µs), 17 V (IPP = 5 A, tp = 8/20 µs) | V |
| Ci/o-GND | Capacitance between I/O and GND | 1 pF (VR = 0 V, F = 1 MHz), 0.6 pF (VR = 0 V, F = 825 MHz) | pF |
| Ci/o-i/o | Capacitance between I/O | 0.42 pF (VR = 0 V, F = 1 MHz), 0.3 pF (VR = 0 V, F = 825 MHz) | pF |
Key Features
- 4-line 15 kV ESD protection
- Protects VBUS when applicable
- Ultrahigh bandwidth - no influence on signal rise and fall times - maximized number of signal harmonics
- Very low leakage current: 0.5 µA max.
- Fast response time compared with varistors
- SOT23-6L package
- RoHS compliant
- Complies with IEC 61000-4-2 level 4 (15 kV air discharge, 8 kV contact discharge)
- AEC-Q101 qualified for automotive applications
- Low PCB space occupation - 9 mm² maximum footprint
- Higher reliability offered by monolithic integration
Applications
- HDMI ports at 1.65 Gb/s and up to 3.2 Gb/s
- IEEE 1394a, b, or c up to 3.2 Gb/s
- USB 2.0 ports up to 480 Mb/s (Hi-Speed)
- Ethernet port: 10/100/1000 Mb/s
- Video line protection
Q & A
- What is the primary function of the HDMIULC6-4SC6Y?
The primary function of the HDMIULC6-4SC6Y is to provide ESD protection for HDMI connections and other high-speed data lines.
- What are the key ESD protection specifications of the HDMIULC6-4SC6Y?
The device offers 15 kV air discharge and 8 kV contact discharge protection, complying with IEC 61000-4-2 level 4.
- What is the maximum leakage current of the HDMIULC6-4SC6Y?
The maximum leakage current is 0.5 µA at VRM = 5 V.
- What is the clamping voltage of the HDMIULC6-4SC6Y?
The clamping voltage is 12 V for IPP = 1 A and 17 V for IPP = 5 A, both with tp = 8/20 µs.
- What package type is the HDMIULC6-4SC6Y available in?
The device is available in a SOT23-6L package.
- Is the HDMIULC6-4SC6Y RoHS compliant?
Yes, the device is RoHS compliant.
- What are the storage and junction temperature ranges for the HDMIULC6-4SC6Y?
The storage temperature range is -55 to +150°C, and the maximum junction temperature is 125°C.
- What are some of the applications for the HDMIULC6-4SC6Y?
Applications include HDMI ports, IEEE 1394a/b/c, USB 2.0, Ethernet ports, and video line protection.
- How does the HDMIULC6-4SC6Y ensure signal integrity?
The device ensures signal integrity through its ultrahigh bandwidth, which does not influence signal rise and fall times, and maximizes the number of signal harmonics.
- What is the footprint of the HDMIULC6-4SC6Y?
The maximum footprint is 9 mm².
