20KPA216C Circuit Protection

TVS (transient voltage suppressor) diodes are one of the most useful components when it comes to protecting electronic circuitry from electrical interference and overvoltage. The 20KPA216C is an advanced, ultra-low capacitance (<0.7pF) transient voltage suppressor diode designed to protect high-speed data lines in applications like personal computers, tablets, and smartphones.

The 20KPA216C is designed to protect four lines that use differential signaling with ground. It has an 8V Breakdown voltage, 6.75A Peak Pulse Surge Current, and Low Capacitance of 0.5pF Typ @ 4V. It is also Lead Free and Halogen Free, making it an environmentally friendly solution.

The device has an extremely low capacitance and high surge current handling capability, which makes it ideal for protecting high-speed data lines. The device also features a high peak pulse current, low clamping voltage, and very low leakage current, making it a more robust solution than many of its competitors.

The 20KPA216C has a passivation layer that provides excellent electrical field strength and superior mechanical robustness. It is designed for high temperature applications such as for automotive, industrial, military, and aerospace applications and is also available in several package sizes.

The 20KPA216C has wide applicationfield, it can be used to protect automotive systems, digital/analog data lines, high-speed networking, and telecom and communications systems. In automotive applications, the 20KPA216C can be used to protect the vehicle’s control systems, CAN bus, and audio systems from electrical interference and overvoltage.

The working principle of the 20KPA216C is quite simple. In normal conditions, the diode acts as an open circuit, allowing current to flow freely. When an overvoltage condition occurs, either externally or internally generated, the diode ‘fuses’, creating a short circuit that prevents the excessive voltage from damaging the protected circuit. This is referred to as clamping, and it’s the same principle that’s used in MOVs (metal oxide varistors) and arrester diodes.

The 20KPA216C is an excellent device that provides reliable protection against transient overvoltages and interferences. It has a low capacitance, high peak pulse current, low leakage current, and robust mechanical robustness that make it an ideal solution for high-speed data line protection applications.