Overview
The SM6T22CA-M3/5B is a TransZorb® TVS (Transient Voltage Suppressor) diode produced by Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division. This component is designed to protect sensitive electronic equipment from electrostatic discharges (ESD) and electrical overstress (EOS). It is part of the SM6T series, which is known for its high reliability and stability in various applications.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Peak Pulse Power | 600 W (10/1000 μs), 4 kW (8/20 μs) |
| Stand-off Voltage | 18.8 V |
| Directionality | Bidirectional |
| Leakage Current | 0.2 μA at 25 °C, 1 μA at 85 °C |
| Operating Junction Temperature | -55 °C to 150 °C |
| Package | DO-214AA (SMB) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Voltage - Breakdown (Min) | 20.9 V |
| Voltage - Clamping (Max) @ Ipp | 30.6 V |
| Current - Peak Pulse (10/1000µs) | 20 A |
| Lead Free Status / RoHS Status | Lead free / RoHS Compliant |
| Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL) | 1 (Unlimited) |
Key Features
- High peak pulse power capability: 600 W (10/1000 μs) and 4 kW (8/20 μs)
- Low leakage current: 0.2 μA at 25 °C and 1 μA at 85 °C
- High operating junction temperature: up to 150 °C
- Bidirectional protection
- Surface mount package (DO-214AA, SMB)
- Lead-free and RoHS compliant
- Low capacitance and high ESD robustness
Applications
The SM6T22CA-M3/5B is suitable for a wide range of applications, including:
- Protection against electrostatic discharges (ESD) and electrical overstress (EOS) in sensitive electronic equipment
- High-end equipment and Switch-Mode Power Supplies (SMPS) where low leakage current and high junction temperature are required
- General purpose protection in automotive, industrial, computing, and consumer electronics
Q & A
- What is the peak pulse power of the SM6T22CA-M3/5B?
The peak pulse power is 600 W (10/1000 μs) and 4 kW (8/20 μs). - What is the stand-off voltage of the SM6T22CA-M3/5B?
The stand-off voltage is 18.8 V. - Is the SM6T22CA-M3/5B unidirectional or bidirectional?
The SM6T22CA-M3/5B is bidirectional. - What is the operating junction temperature range of the SM6T22CA-M3/5B?
The operating junction temperature range is -55 °C to 150 °C. - What is the package type of the SM6T22CA-M3/5B?
The package type is DO-214AA (SMB). - Is the SM6T22CA-M3/5B lead-free and RoHS compliant?
Yes, it is lead-free and RoHS compliant. - What is the moisture sensitivity level (MSL) of the SM6T22CA-M3/5B?
The MSL is 1 (Unlimited). - What are the typical applications of the SM6T22CA-M3/5B?
It is used for protection against ESD and EOS in high-end equipment, SMPS, and general purpose protection in various electronic systems. - What is the voltage - breakdown (min) of the SM6T22CA-M3/5B?
The voltage - breakdown (min) is 20.9 V. - What is the current - peak pulse (10/1000µs) of the SM6T22CA-M3/5B?
The current - peak pulse (10/1000µs) is 20 A.
