Overview
The SM6T6V8CAHE3/52 is a surface-mount transient voltage suppressor (TVS) diode produced by Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division. This component is part of the SM6T series, designed to protect sensitive electronics from voltage transients and spikes. It is particularly useful in applications requiring high reliability and robust protection against inductive load switching and lightning-induced surges.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| VWM (Reverse Stand-Off Voltage) | 6.8 V to 220 V (unidirectional and bidirectional) |
| VBR (Breakdown Voltage) | 6.8 V to 220 V (unidirectional and bidirectional) |
| PPPm (Peak Pulse Power) | 600 W (10/1000 μs waveform) |
| PD (Power Dissipation) | 5.0 W |
| IFSM (Peak Forward Surge Current) | 100 A (unidirectional only) |
| TJ (Maximum Junction Temperature) | 150 °C |
| Polarity | Unidirectional and Bidirectional |
| Package | SMB (DO-214AA) |
| Lead Material | Matte tin plated leads, solderable per J-STD-002 and JESD 22-B102 |
| Compliance | RoHS-compliant, halogen-free, and AEC-Q101 qualified (for specific suffixes) |
Key Features
- Low profile package ideal for automated placement
- Glass passivated chip junction
- Available in unidirectional and bidirectional configurations
- Excellent clamping capability and low inductance
- Meets MSL level 1, per J-STD-020, with a maximum peak of 260 °C
- AEC-Q101 qualified for automotive applications (with specific ordering codes)
Applications
The SM6T6V8CAHE3/52 is used in various applications to protect sensitive electronics against voltage transients. These include:
- Protection against voltage transients induced by inductive load switching
- Lightning protection on ICs, MOSFETs, and signal lines of sensor units
- Consumer, computer, industrial, automotive, and telecommunication systems
Q & A
- What is the peak pulse power capability of the SM6T6V8CAHE3/52? The peak pulse power capability is 600 W with a 10/1000 μs waveform.
- What are the available polarities for this component? The SM6T6V8CAHE3/52 is available in both unidirectional and bidirectional configurations.
- What is the maximum junction temperature for this component? The maximum junction temperature is 150 °C.
- Is the SM6T6V8CAHE3/52 RoHS-compliant? Yes, it is RoHS-compliant and also available in halogen-free versions.
- What is the package type of the SM6T6V8CAHE3/52? The package type is SMB (DO-214AA).
- What are the typical applications of the SM6T6V8CAHE3/52? It is used for protecting sensitive electronics against voltage transients in consumer, computer, industrial, automotive, and telecommunication systems.
- Does the SM6T6V8CAHE3/52 meet any automotive standards? Yes, it is AEC-Q101 qualified for automotive applications (with specific ordering codes).
- What is the lead material of the SM6T6V8CAHE3/52? The leads are matte tin plated and solderable per J-STD-002 and JESD 22-B102.
- What is the power dissipation capability of the SM6T6V8CAHE3/52? The power dissipation capability is 5.0 W.
- Is the SM6T6V8CAHE3/52 suitable for automated placement? Yes, it has a low profile package ideal for automated placement.
