Overview
The SM6T10AHE3/5B is a surface-mount transient voltage suppressor (TVS) from Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division. This component is part of the SM6T series, known as TRANSZORB® devices, which are designed to protect sensitive electronics from voltage transients. The SM6T10AHE3/5B is particularly suited for applications requiring high reliability and compliance with automotive standards.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Symbol | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peak Pulse Power Dissipation (10/1000 µs waveform) | PPPM | 600 | W |
| Peak Pulse Current (10/1000 µs waveform) | IPPM | 41 A | A |
| Power Dissipation (infinite heatsink, TA = 50 °C) | PD | 5.0 | W |
| Peak Forward Surge Current (10 ms single half sine-wave, unidirectional only) | IFSM | 100 A | A |
| Operating Junction and Storage Temperature Range | TJ, TSTG | -65 to +150 | °C |
| Breakdown Voltage (Minimum) | VBR | 9.5 V | V |
| Clamping Voltage (Maximum) @ Ipp | VC @ Ipp | 14.5 V | V |
| Package | DO-214AA (SMB) | ||
| Qualification | AEC-Q101 qualified |
Key Features
- Low profile package ideal for automated placement
- Glass passivated chip junction
- Available in unidirectional and bidirectional configurations
- 600 W peak pulse power capability with a 10/1000 µs waveform
- Excellent clamping capability and low inductance
- Meets MSL level 1, per J-STD-020, with a maximum peak of 260 °C
- Solder dip 260 °C, 40 s
- RoHS compliant and meets WEEE 2002/96/EC standards
- Matte tin plated leads, solderable per J-STD-002 and JESD22-B102
Applications
The SM6T10AHE3/5B is used in sensitive electronics to protect against voltage transients induced by inductive load switching and lighting. Common applications include:
- Consumer electronics
- Computer systems
- Industrial equipment
- Automotive systems
- Telecommunication devices
- Protection of ICs, MOSFETs, and signal lines of sensor units
Q & A
- What is the peak pulse power dissipation of the SM6T10AHE3/5B?
The peak pulse power dissipation is 600 W with a 10/1000 µs waveform.
- What is the operating temperature range of the SM6T10AHE3/5B?
The operating junction and storage temperature range is -65 °C to +150 °C.
- Is the SM6T10AHE3/5B RoHS compliant?
- What is the package type of the SM6T10AHE3/5B?
The package type is DO-214AA (SMB).
- Is the SM6T10AHE3/5B qualified for automotive applications?
- What is the clamping voltage of the SM6T10AHE3/5B?
The clamping voltage is 14.5 V at the peak pulse current.
- What are the typical applications of the SM6T10AHE3/5B?
Typical applications include protection against voltage transients in consumer electronics, computer systems, industrial equipment, automotive systems, and telecommunication devices.
- What is the peak forward surge current of the SM6T10AHE3/5B?
The peak forward surge current is 100 A for a 10 ms single half sine-wave, unidirectional only.
- Is the SM6T10AHE3/5B available in bidirectional configurations?
- What is the thermal resistance of the SM6T10AHE3/5B?
The thermal resistance, junction to ambient air, is 100 °C/W.
