15KPA160CAE3/TR13

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TVS - Diodes, commonly known as Transient Voltage Suppressors (TVS), are a type of diode with reverse breakdown voltages that operate within a specified range. As a common component in the electronics industry, TVS - Diodes are usually used to protect other components in the circuit from overvoltage transients or electrical surges caused by discharge of static electricity or circuit switching. One such modern application field is the 15KPA160CAE3/TR13 TVS device and its working principle.

The 15KPA160CAE3/TR13 is a TVS diode with unidirectional symmetrical features, which reduces the switching power transmitted in two directions. As a bi-directional device, it has the capacity to absorb energy either polarity, giving it the ability to channel up to 1500 Watts of peak pulse power at a working voltage of 15kV. Moreover, the diode offers a short bidirectional peak pulse surge current up to 160A.

The working principle of the 15KPA160CAE3/TR13 involves basic operation in the form of a diode with forward voltage strengths difference. The diode consists of two distinct junctions, which in normal operations allow current to flow in only one direction. When the diode is exposed to an overvoltage surge, such as static electricity or circuit switching, it reverts to the reverse bias state and the reverse junction of the diode becomes the dominant one, with voltage returning to a set level. Once the voltage is restored, the diode returns to the forward bias state and current once again flows in the normal direction.

This is the typical ‘working principle’ and mechanism of the 15KPA160CAE3/TR13 as a TVS diode. The device is able to absorb and divert the transient energy, preventing any destructive current from passing through to other components in the circuit. In order to ensure maximum protection, the diode also offers very low capacitance and inductance.

In the application field, the 15KPA160CAE3/TR13 is commonly used in various connection applications, such as mobile phones, IT products and telecoms. The TVS diode is able to reliably protect against overvoltage transients in these areas of technology, where fast switching components and current surges can occur. In addition, it is also extensively used in equipment which is often subject to high voltage and power transients, such as power inverters, automotive battery cells, and industrial environments.

In conclusion, the 15KPA160CAE3/TR13is therefore a useful TVS device for protection against transients in a range of connection applications. With the benefit of low capacitance and inductance, the diode can positively divert currents which exceed its reverse voltage rating and maintain the appropriate safety levels for other electrical components.

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