15KP160A

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Transient Voltage Suppressors (TVS) diodes are specialized components that protect sensitive electronics against Fast Transient voltage, overvoltage, and ESD (Electrostatic Discharge). TVS diodes come in many forms, but at their core, they function to rapidly dissipate voltage excesses. The 15KP160A is a TVS diode package specifically designed for automotive applications as a V - I protection device. This article will discuss the field of application for the 15KP160A as well as its working principle.

Application Field

The 15KP160A is a unidirectional transient voltage suppressor diode that provides protection for automotive applications against voltage overshoots, avalanche, and ESD. It is designed using proprietary high-reliability technology and is produced using planar flash diode technology. It is rated to clamp voltages up to 395V and has a breakover voltage of 14.2V. This makes it very well suited for automotive applications where high current spikes or surges may occur, such as switching applications, EMC or EMI protection, and car accessory protection. It is certified under the AEC – Q101 standard for automotive applications.

Working Principle

TVS diode works by drastically reducing the voltage across the clamping device. It does this by acting as a constant current source when the voltage reaches a certain level. Once the over-voltage event occurs, the current flows through two parallel, low-resistance branches: the flow of current through one branch keeps increasing until the over-voltage is removed, as the current continues to flow through the other branch, it prevents any further increase in the voltage. Once the over-voltage is removed, the device returns to its normal state. The 15KP160A is designed to have a high surge handling capacity, with an integrated avalanche diode. This makes it well suited for applications that require high-protection against voltage transients, overvoltages, and ESD.

The 15KP160A is a robust and reliable transient voltage suppressor diode package. It is designed for automotive applications and is certified under the AEC-Q101 standard. It is designed to protect against overvoltages, voltage transients, and ESD. By utilizing a low resistance current diverting path, it is able to rapidly dissipate any over voltages and return to its normal state. The 15KP160A provides a dependable and cost-effective solution for protecting sensitive electronics in automotive applications.

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