15KPA220CATR

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TVS - Diodes are a type of electrical component that protect other electrical components from high voltage surges caused by electrical transients. This type of electrical protection is very important, since it protects circuit elements, whether they be components, PCBs (Printed Circuit Boards), or assemblies, from harm due to voltage-induced pulses and spikes.

The 15KPA220CATR is one example of a TVS diode from the Transient Voltage Suppression (TVS) family. It is an irreversible, robust silicon dioxide based transistor array that provides protection against high-energy transients. It is often used in applications such as high-speed data line protection, as well as Ethernet and serial busses.

The working principle of the 15KPA220CATR TVS diode is that when a voltage transient is present on the circuit, the diode will be triggered and will begin to conduct. This causes a large current to be driven down the diode, allowing the transient to be clamped to a predetermined value. As the transient dissipates, the TVS diode will become reversed biased and the lever of protection will be reset.

The main application of the 15KPA220CATR is in the protection of sensitive electronic devices exposed to high-energy voltage transients. The device is commonly used for protecting circuitry from electrostatic discharge damage, as well as lightning strikes, surges, and other over-voltage situations. It is also widely used for protecting high-speed data lines on PCs, servers, and peripherals such as modems, routers, and switches.

The 15KPA220CATR is usually used in conjunction with other components, such as a capacitor or resistor, to achieve the desired level of protection. It is also commonly used with a Safety Gate Array to provide a fail-safe level of protection for sensitive electronic components.

The 15KPA220CATR provides a unique advantage in that it can be used for both unidirectional and bidirectional protection. Unidirectional protection occurs when the diode can only be triggered by a voltage transient on one side of the circuit. Bidirectional protection occurs when the diode is triggered by voltage transients on both sides of the circuit.

The 15KPA220CATR is also advantageous because it can provide protection against a wide range of voltage transients, from lower ones up to a peak of 2800 volts. This means that it can be used in a variety of different applications, from consumer electronics to military and aerospace applications. In addition, its high power handling rating allows it to protect data lines on larger systems with higher voltages.

In summary, the 15KPA220CATR TVS diode is a robust, irreversible silicon dioxide based transistor array that provides high-energy and over-voltage protection for sensitive components such as circuit boards, components, and assemblies. It is most commonly used in conjunction with other components, such as a capacitor or resistor, in order to achieve the desired level of protection and can also be utilized for unidirectional or bidirectional protection. Furthermore, the device can handle a wide range of voltage transients, is suitable for both consumer electronics and military/aerospace applications, and has a high power handling rating which makes it suitable for larger systems with higher voltages.

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