Overview
The SM6T6V8CA is a Transil series transient voltage suppressor (TVS) diode produced by STMicroelectronics. This device is designed to protect sensitive equipment against electrostatic discharges (ESD) and electrical overstress (EOS) according to various international standards, including IEC 61000-4-2, IEC 61000-4-4, and MIL STD 883, method 3015. The SM6T6V8CA is particularly suited for 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 | 600 W (10/1000 μs), 4 kW (8/20 μs) | W |
| Stand-off Voltage (VRM) | 5.8 V | V |
| Breakdown Voltage (VBR) | 6.45 - 7.14 V | V |
| Leakage Current | 0.2 μA at 25 °C, 1 μA at 85 °C | μA |
| Operating Junction Temperature (Tj) | -55 °C to 150 °C | °C |
| Directionality | Bidirectional | |
| Package | SMB (DO-214AA) |
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 standards
- Available in unidirectional and bidirectional types
- Planar technology for reliability and stability in high-end equipment and SMPS
- Lead finishing: matte tin plating
Applications
The SM6T6V8CA is suitable for a variety of applications, including:
- Protection of sensitive equipment against electrostatic discharges and electrical overstress
- High-end electronic devices requiring low leakage current and high junction temperature stability
- Switch-mode power supplies (SMPS) and other power management systems
- Automotive and industrial electronics where robust transient voltage protection is necessary
Q & A
- What is the peak pulse power of the SM6T6V8CA?
The peak pulse power of the SM6T6V8CA is 600 W (10/1000 μs) and 4 kW (8/20 μs).
- What is the stand-off voltage of the SM6T6V8CA?
The stand-off voltage (VRM) of the SM6T6V8CA is 5.8 V.
- What are the operating junction temperature limits of the SM6T6V8CA?
The operating junction temperature (Tj) range is from -55 °C to 150 °C.
- Is the SM6T6V8CA available in unidirectional and bidirectional types?
- What is the package type of the SM6T6V8CA?
The SM6T6V8CA is packaged in SMB (DO-214AA).
- What standards does the SM6T6V8CA comply with?
The SM6T6V8CA complies with IEC 61000-4-2, IEC 61000-4-4, and MIL STD 883 standards.
- What is the leakage current of the SM6T6V8CA?
The leakage current is 0.2 μA at 25 °C and 1 μA at 85 °C.
- What are the typical applications of the SM6T6V8CA?
The SM6T6V8CA is typically used in high-end electronic devices, SMPS, and other power management systems, as well as in automotive and industrial electronics.
- What technology is used in the SM6T6V8CA?
The SM6T6V8CA uses planar technology for enhanced reliability and stability.
- What is the lead finishing of the SM6T6V8CA?
The leads are finished with matte tin plating.
