Overview
The ITA6V5B1RL is a bidirectional Transil array designed by STMicroelectronics for high overvoltage protection in electronic circuits. This component is particularly suited to protect voltage-sensitive devices such as MOS technology and low-voltage supplied ICs. It offers instantaneous response to transient overvoltages, making it ideal for various data line protection applications.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Peak Pulse Power (8/20 µs) | 300 | W |
| Peak Pulse Current (8/20 µs) | 40 | A |
| Breakdown Voltage (VBR) | 6.5 | V |
| Clamping Voltage (VCL) | 10 | V |
| Leakage Current (IRM) | 10 µA | |
| Maximum Operating Junction Temperature | 125 | °C |
| Storage Temperature Range | -55 to +150 | °C |
| Package Type | SO-8 | |
| Packing Type | Tape And Reel | |
| RoHS Compliance | Ecopack2 | |
| ESD Protection | Up to 15 kV (air discharge), 8 kV (contact discharge) |
Key Features
- High surge capability with peak pulse power of 300 W (8/20 µs) and peak pulse current of 40 A (8/20 µs).
- Up to 5 bidirectional Transil functions, providing comprehensive protection for data lines.
- Low clamping factor (VCL / VBR) at high current levels, ensuring efficient overvoltage protection.
- Low leakage current to minimize power consumption.
- Compliance with IEC 61000-4-2 level 4 and MIL STD 883G- Method 3015-7 standards for ESD protection.
- Epoxy meets UL94, V0, and is RoHS compliant with Ecopack2 packaging.
Applications
The ITA6V5B1RL is designed for differential data transmission line protection, including:
- RS-232
- RS-423
- RS-422
- RS-485
It is particularly useful in protecting voltage-sensitive devices in various communication and data transmission systems.
Q & A
- What is the primary function of the ITA6V5B1RL? The primary function is to provide high overvoltage protection by clamping action for data lines.
- What is the peak pulse power of the ITA6V5B1RL? The peak pulse power is 300 W (8/20 µs).
- What is the maximum operating junction temperature of the ITA6V5B1RL? The maximum operating junction temperature is 125 °C.
- Is the ITA6V5B1RL RoHS compliant? Yes, it is RoHS compliant with Ecopack2 packaging.
- What are the typical applications of the ITA6V5B1RL? Typical applications include RS-232, RS-423, RS-422, and RS-485 data transmission lines.
- What is the ESD protection level of the ITA6V5B1RL? It provides ESD protection up to 15 kV (air discharge) and 8 kV (contact discharge).
- What is the package type of the ITA6V5B1RL? The package type is SO-8.
- What is the packing type of the ITA6V5B1RL? The packing type is Tape And Reel.
- What is the breakdown voltage (VBR) of the ITA6V5B1RL? The breakdown voltage (VBR) is 6.5 V.
- What is the clamping voltage (VCL) of the ITA6V5B1RL? The clamping voltage (VCL) is 10 V.
