1.5KE180ATR

TVS - Diodes are commonly utilized in electrical circuitry to safeguard against excessive voltage by limiting transient voltage spikes. The 1.5KE180ATR is one such device designated to limit voltage increases, often associated with electrostatic discharge (ESD) and electrical fast transients (EFT). The component specifically protects circuitry from electrical current and voltage spikes up to 180 volts.

The particular device consists of a reverse-biased zener diode which is designed with a ceramic body and epoxy mold composed of a semiconductor material. In reverse bias, the connected equivalent circuit of the diode will create an avalanche breakdown, in which the voltage drop across the diode decreases as the current conduction increases. The 1.5KE180AR features a breakdown voltage of 1.5 volts and 180 volts of clamping voltage, along with fast response times and low-capacitance properties. This device can also handle peak impulse currents of up to 27 amps.

The 1.5KE180ATR offers three main applications in electrical circuitry. Firstly, the device can be used as a simple voltage clamp in which energy from the transient voltage is diverted for protection. Secondly, it can be utilized as a voltage regulator by increasing the supply voltage until its breakdown voltage is achieved. Thirdly, the controlled avalanche breakdown of the diode is often employed in the capacitance multiplier circuit as a substitute for a zener diode. With an operating temperature range of -55 degrees Celsius to +150 degrees Celsius, the 1.5KE180ATR device can be used in a number of electrical applications in industrial and automotive settings.

As a key component of protection circuits, the 1.5KE180ATR device is designed to work in both unidirectional and bidirectional systems. It is compatible with a variety of input voltage sources, and its response time is typically less than 1 nanosecond, providing effective shielding from sudden increases in electrical current or voltage. As a result, the device is suitable for use in mobile devices, computers,and other sensitive electronic equipment. Additionally, the instrument can also be panel-mounted and located within an electrical construction panel.

In summary, the 1.5KE180ATR device provides effective protection against electrical transients in a number of industrial and automotive applications, allowing for equipment to function safely and reliably. The device is composed of a ceramic body containing a reverse-biased zener diode, providing a breakdown voltage of 1.5 volts and 180 volts of clamping voltage, along with a fast response time and low-capacitance properties. With its ability to handle peak impulse currents up to 27 amps, the component can be used as a voltage clamp, a voltage regulator, or a capacitance multiplier circuit.