Overview
The SM6T10CA is a Transient Voltage Suppressor (TVS) diode produced by STMicroelectronics. It is part of the SM6T series, designed to protect sensitive equipment against electrostatic discharges and electrical overstress. This device complies with various international standards, including IEC 61000-4-2, IEC 61000-4-4, and MIL STD 883, method 3015. The SM6T10CA is particularly suited for high-end equipment and Switch-Mode Power Supplies (SMPS) due to its low leakage current and high junction temperature capabilities, ensuring reliability and stability over time.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Peak Pulse Power | 600 W (10/1000 μs), 4 kW (8/20 μs) | W |
| Stand-off Voltage | 8.55 V | V |
| Directionality | Bidirectional | |
| Leakage Current | 0.2 μA at 25 °C, 1 μA at 85 °C | μA |
| Operating Junction Temperature | -55 to +150 °C | °C |
| Maximum Lead Temperature for Soldering | 260 °C | °C |
| Lead Finishing | Matte tin plating | |
| Package | SMB |
Key Features
- High power capability: up to 600 W (10/1000 μs) and 4 kW (8/20 μs)
- Low leakage current: 0.2 μA at 25 °C and 1 μA at 85 °C
- High operating junction temperature: up to 150 °C
- Compliance with IEC 61000-4-2, IEC 61000-4-4, and MIL STD 883, method 3015
- Unidirectional and bidirectional types available
- Lead finishing: matte tin plating
- RoHS compliant and ECOPACK2 certified
Applications
The SM6T10CA is suitable for a variety of applications, including:
- Protection of sensitive equipment against electrostatic discharges and electrical overstress
- High-end equipment requiring low leakage current and high junction temperature stability
- Switch-Mode Power Supplies (SMPS)
- Industrial and automotive systems needing robust surge protection
Q & A
- What is the peak pulse power of the SM6T10CA?
The peak pulse power of the SM6T10CA is 600 W (10/1000 μs) and 4 kW (8/20 μs).
- What is the stand-off voltage of the SM6T10CA?
The stand-off voltage of the SM6T10CA is 8.55 V.
- Is the SM6T10CA unidirectional or bidirectional?
The SM6T10CA is bidirectional.
- What is the leakage current of the SM6T10CA at different temperatures?
The leakage current is 0.2 μA at 25 °C and 1 μA at 85 °C.
- What is the operating junction temperature range of the SM6T10CA?
The operating junction temperature range is -55 to +150 °C.
- What is the maximum lead temperature for soldering the SM6T10CA?
The maximum lead temperature for soldering is 260 °C.
- What type of lead finishing does the SM6T10CA have?
The SM6T10CA has matte tin plating.
- In what package is the SM6T10CA available?
The SM6T10CA is packaged in SMB.
- Is the SM6T10CA RoHS compliant?
Yes, the SM6T10CA is RoHS compliant and ECOPACK2 certified.
- What standards does the SM6T10CA comply with?
The SM6T10CA complies with IEC 61000-4-2, IEC 61000-4-4, and MIL STD 883, method 3015.
