1PMT16AT1 Circuit Protection

The TVS-Diodes or Transient Voltage Suppressors (TVS) are an important component found in many electronic systems. They serve the purpose of protecting a variety of circuits from electrical transients and disturbances. Such disturbances could include lightning, cross-line short circuit, spikes in current, static electricity, AC or DC power transients and more.

1PMT16AT1 is a unidirectional TVS diode which designed to protect components from over-voltage transients resulting from inductive loads. It\'s constructed in an Axial Lead package, which is widely used to protect computer peripherals, power lines, telecom lines, and many other consumer electronics. The component can also be used as a Reverse Stand-by protection in power supply circuits.

1PMT16AT1 has a decent clamping voltage of 16V which is suitable to provide transient protection against high-voltage surges resulting from a variety of power transients and disturbances. The device has an ultra-low capacitance of less than 10pF and a minimum breakdown voltage of 13V. It also offers excellent EMI and RFI protection which makes it suitable for use in a variety of isolation-sensitive applications. Moreover, the device is RoHS compliant and comes in an SOD-323 package.

The 1PMT16AT1 device works on the principle of conducting current away from sensitive components in the event of an overvoltage condition. When the voltage exceeds its clamping voltage, the diode begins to conduct current, thereby reducing the overvoltage condition. This current is then dissipated by the dynamic resistance of the diode, which effectively reduces the overvoltage condition and protects the device from damage.

In summary, the 1PMT16AT1 is an ideal solution for the protection of sensitive electronics from destructive transient voltages. It offers a low capacitance and high dynamic resistance which provides excellent protection from AC and DC power transients. The series offers high reliability and robust performance under harsh environmental conditions. It is suitable for use in a wide range of applications in which electrical transients need to be suppressed.