1.5KE16-B Circuit Protection

TVS - Diodes is an important element of ESD protection in electrical circuits, and 1.5KE16-B is the one of the latest versions of TVS - Diodes. It is an unidirectional component, normally used to protect high speed data line, signals and power supplies in automotive, communications and computer applications.

This TVS diode is most reliable as it is fast, low-clamping, and provides effective ESD protection very quickly. It is a fast-acting, low-clamping diode that can protect up to 16A of current, making it suitable for applications with higher currents. It has an ultra low on-state resistance which helps to reduce losses in ESD protection and it also has a very low capacitance, which means it is suitable for in-car and long data lines.

1.5KE16-B is made up of two structures, a epoxy encapsulated structure and a non-encapsulated structure. The epoxy encapsulated structure is designed for application areas that need the highest level of ESD protection. It is also provided with an external ESD protection such as an ESD diode or an electrostatic shield in order to enhance the performance. The non-encapsulated structure is designed for applications that need lower levels of ESD protection.

The working principle behind 1.5KE16-B is based on the Avalanche Breakdown Theory. When a very high voltage is applied, electrons will be generated near the junction in an avalanche breakdown phenomenon. These electrons will then move towards the diode’s anode and make it conduct. The diode’s anode will then conduct current until the voltage is decreased and the diode is turned off again.

1.5KE16-B is commonly used in medical, communications, automotive, electronic, industrial and consumer applications. Its use is particularly popular in automotive applications due to its fast-acting, low-clamping and robust design, as well as its low capacitance which makes it suitable for in-car and long data lines. The 1.5KE16-B can also be used in industrial applications such as preventing arc-fault circuits and providing extremely effective ESD protection.

In summary, the 1.5KE16-B is the latest version of TVS - Diodes which is fast-acting, low-clamping and offers low on-state resistance and ultra-low capacitance. It is perfect for applications in automotive, communications and industrial applications, and is particularly useful for in-car protection and long data lines.