Overview
The SM6T24CA, produced by STMicroelectronics, is a Transient Voltage Suppressor (TVS) designed to protect sensitive equipment against electrostatic discharges and electrical overstress. This device is part of the SM6T series, which complies with various international standards including IEC 61000-4-2, IEC 61000-4-4, and MIL STD 883, method 3015. The SM6T24CA 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 | 20.5 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 |
| Lead Finishing | Matte tin plating | |
| Package | SMB | |
| Storage Temperature Range | -65 to +150 °C | °C |
| Maximum Lead Temperature for Soldering | 260 °C | °C |
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
- Lead finishing: matte tin plating
- RoHS compliance: Ecopack2
- Planar technology for high reliability and stability
Applications
The SM6T24CA is suitable for various applications requiring protection against electrostatic discharges and electrical overstress, including:
- High-end electronic equipment
- Switch-Mode Power Supplies (SMPS)
- Sensitive electronic circuits in industrial and automotive systems
- Telecommunication and networking equipment
- Consumer electronics requiring high reliability and stability
Q & A
- What is the peak pulse power of the SM6T24CA?
The peak pulse power of the SM6T24CA is 600 W (10/1000 μs) and 4 kW (8/20 μs).
- What is the stand-off voltage of the SM6T24CA?
The stand-off voltage of the SM6T24CA is 20.5 V.
- Is the SM6T24CA unidirectional or bidirectional?
The SM6T24CA is a bidirectional TVS.
- What is the leakage current of the SM6T24CA 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 SM6T24CA?
The operating junction temperature range is -55 to +150 °C.
- What type of package does the SM6T24CA come in?
The SM6T24CA is packaged in SMB.
- Is the SM6T24CA RoHS compliant?
- What are the key standards the SM6T24CA complies with?
The SM6T24CA 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 SM6T24CA?
The maximum lead temperature for soldering is 260 °C.
- What are some common applications for the SM6T24CA?
