30KPA260CAE3/TR13 Circuit Protection

The 30KPA260CAE3/TR13 is a unidirectional transient voltage suppression diode from Littelfuse. It is a part of the 30KP series of TVS diodes and is mainly suitable for Ethernet ESD, RS-485, lighting and industrial applications. It is designed to provide protection against electrostatic discharge (ESD) and other high-voltage transients. This diode features a lead-free and halogen-free SOD-123 package that is suitable for surface mount applications.

The TVS diodes are components designed to limit the voltage and current in a given circuit. These components, also known as surge suppressors, protect against electrical transients such as current spikes and surges. The 30KPA260CAE3/TR13 is a unidirectional TVS diode, which means that it can only protect the circuit against transients going in one direction. This makes the diode suitable for applications such as Ethernet ESD, RS-485, lighting and industrial applications.

The working principle of the 30KPA260CAE3/TR13 is fairly straightforward. When an electrical surge or transient occurs, the diode’s breakdown voltage is exceeded, causing a surge of current to flow through the diode. The diode acts as a resistor which protects the circuit by safely dissipating the excess voltage. The current is then dissipated as heat and the circuit is protected from damage.

The 30KPA260CAE3/TR13 also has a low capacitance of 3.8pF, which allows it to protect high speed signals without causing excessive crosstalk or signal distortion. The diode can also be optimized for a specific application by changing the voltage rating and peak pulse current handling ability. This makes the 30KPA260CAE3/TR13 a highly versatile diode which can be used in a wide range of applications.

The 30KPA260CAE3/TR13 is a widely used and highly reliable surge protection device. It is suitable for applications such as Ethernet ESD, RS-485, lighting and industrial applications. The diode can also be optimized for a specific application by changing the maximum voltage rating and maximum peak pulse current rating. The low capacitance of 3.8pF makes it ideal for protecting high speed signals while also offering protection from developing transients. The 30KPA260CAE3/TR13 is a reliable and versatile TVS diode which can be used in a wide range of applications.