1N6287AG

TVS - Diodes

TVS - Diodes are type of semiconductor devices that can prevent harmful electrical transients from flowing into sensitive electronic components. Their job is to act as a protective layer between the transient and the components, effectively limiting the damage that may occur from such transient surge voltages.

The 1N6287AG is a Surface Mount Transient Voltage Suppressor (TVS) Diode used to provide protection from voltage spikes that often occur in electronic circuits. This device is designed to provide protection for sensitive electronic components from overvoltage transients and is ideal for automotive, telecommunications, consumer electronics and industrial applications. The 1N6287AG has a maximum peak pulse power rating of 1.5kW (10/1000 μs) and a maximum peak clamping voltage of 47.8V.

Application field of 1N6287AG

The 1N6287AG is primarily designed for use in automotive, telecommunications, consumer electronics and industrial applications. It can also be used in portable electronics and equipment such as laptop PCs, cell phones, PDA’s, and digital camcorders in order to protect sensitive circuits from overvoltage transients. This device can also be used in digital displays, motherboards, and similar circuitry which is susceptible to electrical transients.

Working Principle of 1N6287AG

The 1N6287AG works by providing a low impedance path between the input and output terminals of the device so as to divert and absorb overvoltage transients before they can flow into sensitive components. When the line voltage rises above its breakdown voltage, the device turns-on and clamps the output voltage to a safe level. Once the transient event is over, the device turns off and normal operation resumes.

In order to provide maximum protection, the device must be designed carefully to handle the peak power rating as well as the peak current rating for the application. The device features an internally controlled semiconductor structure which limits over-stress during transients and also helps in providing a low capacitance discharge path.