Overview
The SM6T150A-E3/52 is a surface-mount Transient Voltage Suppressor (TVS) diode from Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division. This component is part of the SM6T series, designed to provide protection against voltage transients in sensitive electronic circuits. The SM6T150A-E3/52 is available in a low-profile SMB (DO-214AA) package, making it ideal for automated placement in various electronic devices.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Symbol | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peak Power Dissipation (10/1000 μs waveform) | PPPM | 600 | 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 | 5.0 | W |
| Peak Forward Surge Current (10 ms single half sine-wave, unidirectional only) | IFSM | 100 | A |
| Operating Junction and Storage Temperature Range | TJ, TSTG | -65 to +150 | °C |
| Reverse Stand-Off Voltage | VWM | 128 | V |
| Breakdown Voltage | VBR | 143 to 158 | V |
| Maximum Reverse Leakage at VWM | ID | 1.0 | μA |
| Maximum Clamping Voltage at IPPM (10/1000 μs) | VC | 207 | V |
| Package | SMB (DO-214AA) |
Key Features
- Low profile package ideal for automated placement.
- Glass passivated chip junction for enhanced reliability.
- Available in unidirectional and bidirectional configurations.
- Low inductance design.
- Meets MSL level 1, per J-STD-020, with a maximum peak of 260 °C.
- AEC-Q101 qualified for automotive applications (with appropriate ordering code).
- RoHS-compliant and halogen-free options available.
- Molding compound meets UL 94 V-0 flammability rating.
- Terminals are matte tin plated and solderable per J-STD-002 and JESD 22-B102.
Applications
The SM6T150A-E3/52 is used in various applications to protect sensitive electronics against voltage transients. These include:
- Consumer electronics
- Computer systems
- Industrial equipment
- Automotive systems
- Telecommunication devices
- Protection of ICs, MOSFETs, and signal lines in sensor units.
Q & A
- What is the peak power dissipation of the SM6T150A-E3/52?
The peak power dissipation is 600 W with a 10/1000 μs waveform.
- What is the operating junction and storage temperature range of this TVS diode?
The operating junction and storage temperature range is -65 to +150 °C.
- Is the SM6T150A-E3/52 RoHS-compliant?
- What package type does the SM6T150A-E3/52 come in?
The SM6T150A-E3/52 comes in an SMB (DO-214AA) package.
- Is the SM6T150A-E3/52 suitable for automotive applications?
- What is the maximum reverse leakage current at VWM for this diode?
The maximum reverse leakage current at VWM is 1.0 μA.
- What are the typical applications of the SM6T150A-E3/52?
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 for the SM6T150A-E3/52?
The peak forward surge current is 100 A for a 10 ms single half sine-wave pulse (unidirectional only).
- Does the SM6T150A-E3/52 meet any specific flammability standards?
- How are the terminals of the SM6T150A-E3/52 plated and solderable?
The terminals are matte tin plated and solderable per J-STD-002 and JESD 22-B102.
