Overview
The SM15T36AHM3/H is a surface-mount transient voltage suppressor (TVS) diode from Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division. This component is part of the SM15T series, designed to provide protection against voltage transients in sensitive electronics. It is ideal for use in various applications, including consumer, computer, industrial, automotive, and telecommunication systems.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Symbol | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reverse Stand-Off Voltage (Typ) | VWM | 30.8 | V |
| Breakdown Voltage (Min) | VBR | 34.2 | V |
| Clamping Voltage (Max) @ IPPM | VC | 49.9 | V |
| Peak Pulse Power Dissipation (10/1000 μs waveform) | PPPM | 1500 | W |
| Peak Pulse Current (10/1000 μs waveform) | IPPM | See datasheet for specific values | A |
| Power Dissipation on Infinite Heatsink at TA = 50 °C | PD | 6.5 | W |
| Peak Forward Surge Current (10 ms single half sine-wave) | IFSM | 200 | A |
| Operating Junction and Storage Temperature Range | TJ, TSTG | -65 to +150 | °C |
| Package | SMC (DO-214AB) |
Key Features
- Low profile package ideal for automated placement.
- Glass passivated chip junction.
- Available in unidirectional and bidirectional configurations.
- Low inductance.
- Meets MSL level 1, per J-STD-020, with a maximum peak of 260 °C.
- AEC-Q101 qualified for automotive applications.
- RoHS-compliant and halogen-free options available.
- Excellent clamping capability.
Applications
The SM15T36AHM3/H is used in sensitive electronics to protect against voltage transients induced by inductive load switching and lightning. Typical applications include protection of ICs, MOSFETs, and signal lines of sensor units in consumer, computer, industrial, automotive, and telecommunication systems.
Q & A
- What is the primary function of the SM15T36AHM3/H? The primary function is to protect sensitive electronics against voltage transients.
- What are the typical applications of this component? It is used in consumer, computer, industrial, automotive, and telecommunication systems.
- What is the peak pulse power dissipation of the SM15T36AHM3/H? The peak pulse power dissipation is 1500 W with a 10/1000 μs waveform.
- Is the SM15T36AHM3/H AEC-Q101 qualified? Yes, it is AEC-Q101 qualified for automotive applications.
- What is the operating junction and storage temperature range? The range is -65 to +150 °C.
- What package type does the SM15T36AHM3/H use? It uses the SMC (DO-214AB) package.
- Is the component RoHS-compliant? Yes, it is RoHS-compliant and halogen-free options are available.
- What is the maximum peak forward surge current? The maximum peak forward surge current is 200 A for 10 ms single half sine-wave.
- What is the power dissipation on an infinite heatsink at TA = 50 °C? The power dissipation is 6.5 W.
- Does the component meet any specific industry standards? Yes, it meets MSL level 1, per J-STD-020, and is compliant with JESD 201 class 2 whisker test.
