Overview
The SM6T15CA 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 SM6T15CA 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 | 12.8 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 |
| Package | SMB | |
| Lead Finishing | Matte tin plating |
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
- Planar technology for reliability and stability in high-end equipment and SMPS
- UL94, V0 compliant and J-STD-020 MSL level 1 certified
Applications
The SM6T15CA is suitable for a variety of applications, including:
- Protection of sensitive equipment against electrostatic discharges and electrical overstress
- High-end industrial equipment
- Switch-Mode Power Supplies (SMPS)
- Automotive and aerospace systems requiring high reliability and stability
Q & A
- What is the peak pulse power of the SM6T15CA?
The peak pulse power of the SM6T15CA is 600 W (10/1000 μs) and 4 kW (8/20 μs).
- What is the stand-off voltage of the SM6T15CA?
The stand-off voltage of the SM6T15CA is 12.8 V.
- Is the SM6T15CA unidirectional or bidirectional?
The SM6T15CA is bidirectional.
- What is the leakage current of the SM6T15CA 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 SM6T15CA?
The operating junction temperature range is -55 to +150 °C.
- What package type is the SM6T15CA available in?
The SM6T15CA is packaged in SMB.
- What are the compliance standards for the SM6T15CA?
The SM6T15CA complies with IEC 61000-4-2, IEC 61000-4-4, and MIL STD 883, method 3015.
- What is the maximum lead temperature for soldering?
The maximum lead temperature for soldering is 260 °C.
- What is the lead finishing of the SM6T15CA?
The lead finishing is matte tin plating.
- In what types of applications is the SM6T15CA commonly used?
The SM6T15CA is commonly used in high-end industrial equipment, SMPS, and automotive and aerospace systems.
