Overview
The SM6T15CA-M3/52 is a surface-mount transient voltage suppressor (TVS) diode produced by Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division. This component is part of the SM6T series, which is designed to provide protection against voltage transients in various electronic systems. The SM6T15CA-M3/52 is particularly suited for applications requiring high reliability and robust protection against transient voltages.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Working Voltage (VWM) | 12.8 | V |
| Breakdown Voltage (VBR) | 14.3 | V |
| Clamping Voltage (VC) | 27.2 | V |
| Maximum Reverse Leakage Current (ID) | 1.0 | μA |
| Peak Pulse Current (IPPM) | 600 | W |
| Package Type | SMB (DO-214AA) | |
| Termination Style | SMD/SMT | |
| Maximum Junction Temperature (TJ) | 150 | °C |
| Polarity | Bidirectional |
Key Features
- Low Profile Package: Ideal for automated placement and space-saving designs.
- Glass Passivated Chip Junction: Ensures high reliability and stability in various operating conditions.
- Low Inductance: Minimizes the impact of inductive load switching and other transient events.
- RoHS and Halogen-Free Compliance: Meets environmental standards with the M3 suffix indicating halogen-free and RoHS compliance.
- AEC-Q101 Qualified: Available in automotive-grade versions, ensuring high reliability for automotive applications.
- High Surge Capability: Can handle high peak pulse currents, making it suitable for protecting sensitive electronics against transient voltages).
Applications
The SM6T15CA-M3/52 is used in a variety of applications to protect sensitive electronics against voltage transients. These include:
- Automotive Systems: Protects electronic components in vehicles from transient voltages induced by inductive load switching and other sources).
- Industrial Electronics: Provides protection in industrial control systems, sensors, and other equipment prone to transient voltages).
- Consumer Electronics: Used in consumer devices to protect against voltage spikes and surges).
- Telecommunication Systems: Protects signal lines and other sensitive components in telecommunication equipment).
- Computer Systems: Ensures the reliability of computer hardware by protecting against transient voltages).
Q & A
- What is the working voltage of the SM6T15CA-M3/52?
The working voltage (VWM) of the SM6T15CA-M3/52 is 12.8 V).
- What is the breakdown voltage of this component?
The breakdown voltage (VBR) is 14.3 V).
- What is the clamping voltage of the SM6T15CA-M3/52?
The clamping voltage (VC) is 27.2 V).
- What is the maximum reverse leakage current?
The maximum reverse leakage current (ID) is 1.0 μA).
- What is the peak pulse power rating of this TVS diode?
The peak pulse power rating (IPPM) is 600 W).
- What type of package does the SM6T15CA-M3/52 come in?
The component comes in an SMB (DO-214AA) package).
- Is the SM6T15CA-M3/52 RoHS and halogen-free compliant?
- What are the typical applications of the SM6T15CA-M3/52?
- What is the maximum junction temperature of this component?
- Is the SM6T15CA-M3/52 AEC-Q101 qualified?
