VE1812K401R060

TVS – Varistors, MOVs, or Transient Voltage Suppressors, are components that are designed to protect electrical circuits against voltage spikes such as electrostatic discharge (ESD), lightning, and induced voltage transients. They are used across a wide variety of industries to protect against voltage transients, reduce the risk of electrical surges, and protect critical components of electronic circuits. The VE1812K401R060 is a non-sparking, two terminal, Bidirectional TVS diode. It has a breakdown voltage of 6 Volts, and acts as a circuit protector by limiting voltage transients to a safe level.

What is a TVS Diode?

A TVS diode, also known as a Transient Voltage Suppression diode, is a type of semiconductor device that is designed to protect against voltage transients or spikes. It is essentially a Zener diode with a lower breakdown voltage and a higher current handling capacity. The VE1812K401R060 is a Bidirectional TVS diode, meaning it can protect against transients that flow in either direction.

Application Fields

The VE1812K401R060 TVS diode can be used in a wide range of applications, such as power supplies, communications systems, consumer electronics, automotive electronics, medical equipment, and industrial control equipment. It can be used to protect against ESD, high-frequency noise, lightning, and surge transients.

Working Principle

The VE1812K401R060 is a bidirectional TVS diode designed to suppress voltage transients. It operates on the principle of avalanche breakdown. When the voltage across the p-n junction exceeds the breakdown voltage, the diode begins to conduct, and the voltage is clamped at the breakdown voltage. The breakdown voltage of the VE1812K401R060 is 6 volts, and it can handle peak current of up to 40Amps.

Conclusion

The VE1812K401R060 is a bidirectional TVS diode designed to provide reliable protection from voltage transients. It has a breakdown voltage of 6 volts, and can handle a peak current of up to 40Amps. It can be used in a wide variety of applications, and is a cost-effective solution for providing overvoltage protection.