SA170CA-E3/54

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TVS (Transient Voltage Suppression )diodes are a form of sensitive diodes which protect electrical components from transient voltage spikes. The SA170CA-E3/54 is an example of a TVS diode that is specifically designed to protect against electrostatic discharge (ESD) and electrical fast transients (EFT) from other components within a system.

The SA170CA-E3/54 is an unidirectional diode, meaning it only allows current to pass through it in one direction. In order to operate, it requires a few volts more than its breakdown voltage, which can range anywhere from 5V to 170V, depending on the application. When a transient voltage is applied to it, the current flows through it and is absorbed into a permanent gas charge which dissipates the energy, thereby protecting the device.

Such TVS diodes are especially beneficial for protecting sensitive components such as CMOS or TTL logic circuits from transients due to their relatively low clamping voltages. The SA170CA-E3/54 is also recommended for the protection of data and control lines in computers, especially in Ethernet, CAN, USB, and 1394 applications.

Apart from providing protection from ESD and EFT, the SA170CA-E3/54 can also be employed for pulse shaping and voltage clamping. As the breakdown voltage of the diode is known to be of a certain value, it can be used to reduce the voltage of certain transients to the desired level. Hence, this makes it a great choice for those applications which require tight voltage control.

The SA170CA-E3/54 is typically used in combination with other protection components when a system’s protection needs to be robust. This is usually done by connecting several diodes in series with one another in order to increase the device’s surge capability. Additionally, the SA170CA-E3/54 can also be used in parallel with other components to limit the current that flows through the device.

Overall, the SA170CA-E3/54 TVS diode is an ideal choice for providing ESD, EFT, and transient protection for circuit boards and other sensitive devices. It is also beneficial for protecting data and control lines in a variety of different applications due to its low clamping voltage of up to 170V. Additionally, it can also be used for pulse shaping and voltage clamping applications, making it a perfect fit for those needing tight voltage control.

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