Overview
The SM15T30CA is a high-performance Transient Voltage Suppressor (TVS) diode produced by STMicroelectronics. This component is part of the SM15T series, designed to protect sensitive electronic equipment against electrostatic discharges and electrical overstress. The SM15T30CA is particularly suited for applications requiring protection against surges below 1500 W with a 10/1000 μs waveform. It utilizes planar technology, ensuring compatibility with high-end equipment and Switch-Mode Power Supplies (SMPS) where low leakage current and high junction temperature are critical for reliability and stability.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Peak Pulse Power Dissipation (10/1000 μs) | 1500 | W |
| Stand-Off Voltage (VWM) | 25.6 | V |
| Breakdown Voltage (VBR) | 28.5 - 31.5 | V |
| Maximum Clamping Voltage (VC) at IPPM (10/1000 μs) | 41.5 | V |
| Peak Pulse Current (IPPM) at 10/1000 μs | 36 | A |
| Operating Junction and Storage Temperature Range | -65 to +150 | °C |
| Package Type | SMC (DO-214AB) | |
| RoHS Compliance | Ecopack2 | |
| Packing Type | Tape and Reel |
Key Features
- High Peak Pulse Power Capability: 1500 W with a 10/1000 μs waveform, making it suitable for protecting against lightning-induced transients and switching transients.
- Low Profile Package: SMC (DO-214AB) package, ideal for automated placement and high-density designs.
- Bidirectional Protection: The 'CA' suffix indicates bidirectional protection, ensuring electrical characteristics apply in both directions.
- High Junction Temperature: Operating junction temperature up to 150°C, enhancing reliability in high-temperature environments.
- Low Inductance: Minimizes the impact of high-frequency transients.
- Environmental Compliance: RoHS-compliant and available in ECOPACK packages, meeting various environmental standards.
Applications
- Sensitive Electronics Protection: Protects against voltage transients induced by inductive load switching and lightning in various electronic systems.
- Industrial and Automotive Systems: Used in industrial motors, large coils, and automotive systems to protect against switching transients and electrical overstress.
- Consumer and Telecommunication Devices: Protects signal lines of sensor units, ICs, and MOSFETs in consumer electronics and telecommunication equipment.
- Switch-Mode Power Supplies (SMPS): Suitable for SMPS applications requiring low leakage current and high junction temperature.
Q & A
- What is the peak pulse power dissipation of the SM15T30CA?
The SM15T30CA has a peak pulse power dissipation of 1500 W with a 10/1000 μs waveform.
- What type of package does the SM15T30CA use?
The SM15T30CA is packaged in an SMC (DO-214AB) package.
- Is the SM15T30CA RoHS-compliant?
- What is the operating junction temperature range of the SM15T30CA?
- What types of transients does the SM15T30CA protect against?
- Is the SM15T30CA suitable for high-density designs?
- What is the maximum clamping voltage of the SM15T30CA?
- Can the SM15T30CA be used in automotive applications?
- What is the peak pulse current of the SM15T30CA?
- Is the SM15T30CA bidirectional?
