Overview
The TPD1E01B04DPYEVM is an evaluation module from Texas Instruments designed to evaluate the performance of the TPD1E01B04 ESD protection diode. This module is specifically tailored for protecting high-speed interfaces such as USB Type-C, Thunderbolt 3, HDMI 2.0, and USB 3.1 Gen 2. The TPD1E01B04DPYEVM includes six TPD1E01B04DPY devices in various configurations, allowing for comprehensive testing of ESD protection and signal integrity. Five devices are configured for IEC 61000-4-2 ESD rating tests, and one is set up for 2-port s-parameter analysis using a vector network analyzer.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| ESD Protection Level (Contact Discharge) | ±15 kV |
| ESD Protection Level (Air Gap Discharge) | ±17 kV |
| IEC 61000-4-4 EFT Protection | 80 A (5/50 ns) |
| IEC 61000-4-5 Surge Protection | 2.5 A (8/20 μs) |
| IO Capacitance (Typical) | 0.18 to 0.20 pF |
| IO Capacitance (Maximum) | 0.20 to 0.23 pF |
| DC Breakdown Voltage (Typical) | 6.4 V |
| Leakage Current (Maximum) | 10 nA |
| ESD Clamping Voltage | 15 V at 16 A TLP |
| Insertion Loss (–3 dB Bandwidth, DPL) | 26.9 GHz |
| Operating Temperature Range | –40°C to +125°C |
| Package Types | 0201 (DPL), 0402 (DPY) |
Key Features
- IEC 61000-4-2 Level 4 ESD Protection
- Ultra-low IO capacitance (0.18 to 0.20 pF typical) for high-speed interfaces up to 20 Gbps
- Low dynamic resistance and low clamping voltage for system-level protection against transient events
- Supports high-speed interfaces such as USB 3.1 Gen 2, Thunderbolt 3, HDMI 2.0, and DisplayPort 1.3
- Industry-standard 0201 and 0402 footprints for easy integration
- Flow-through routing package for minimal layout modification
- Ultra-low leakage current (10 nA maximum)
Applications
The TPD1E01B04DPYEVM is designed for protecting high-speed signal lines in various applications, including:
- USB Type-C and Thunderbolt 3 interfaces
- HDMI 2.0 and 1.4 interfaces
- USB 3.1 Gen 2 and USB 3.0 interfaces
- DisplayPort 1.3 interfaces
- PCI Express 3 interfaces
- Antenna applications requiring low capacitance and high-frequency signal integrity
Q & A
- What is the primary function of the TPD1E01B04DPYEVM?
The primary function of the TPD1E01B04DPYEVM is to evaluate the performance of the TPD1E01B04 ESD protection diode in protecting high-speed interfaces against electrostatic discharge (ESD) and other transient events.
- What are the ESD protection levels of the TPD1E01B04DPY?
The TPD1E01B04DPY provides ±15 kV contact discharge and ±17 kV air gap discharge protection.
- What is the typical IO capacitance of the TPD1E01B04DPY?
The typical IO capacitance is 0.18 to 0.20 pF.
- What high-speed interfaces does the TPD1E01B04DPY support?
The TPD1E01B04DPY supports interfaces such as USB 3.1 Gen 2, Thunderbolt 3, HDMI 2.0, and DisplayPort 1.3.
- What are the package types available for the TPD1E01B04DPY?
The device is available in 0201 (DPL) and 0402 (DPY) packages.
- What is the operating temperature range of the TPD1E01B04DPY?
The operating temperature range is –40°C to +125°C.
- How does the TPD1E01B04DPY protect against ESD events?
The device diverts ESD events to ground via its internal diode network, ensuring system-level protection against transient events.
- What is the leakage current of the TPD1E01B04DPY?
The maximum leakage current is 10 nA.
- What is the ESD clamping voltage of the TPD1E01B04DPY?
The ESD clamping voltage is 15 V at 16 A TLP.
- How does the flow-through routing package benefit the design process?
The flow-through routing package simplifies the addition of ESD protection to an existing layout, requiring minimal modification.
