3KASMC10AHM3_A/I

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TVS - Diodes are an electronic device which is used primarily to protect sensitive electronic circuits from large, instantaneous voltage spikes. The 3KASMC10AHM3_A/I is one such device whose application field and working principle extends beyond traditional use.

The 3KASMC10AHM3_A/I is able to provide primary protection against surges and transients described as Type I, II and III. Such surges occur naturally in many types of electrical systems and can cause damage to components and systems. The 3KASMC10AHM3_A/I has a peak pulse current rating of 6.6 kA, a clamping voltage of 10 V, and a maximum surge voltage of 10 V. Its maximum clamping voltage of 10 V helps to ensure the suppression of higher transient surge voltages, and the device is capable of operating in either unidirectional or bidirectional configurations.

The 3KASMC10AHM3_A/I is also suitable for industrial and automotive applications. For automotive use, the device provides primary protection against over voltage transients by efficiently clamping the voltage right at the source. It is also able to absorb high surge currents on the automotive termination and provide excellent protection against thermal damage due to its low thermal resistance. In industrial applications, the device can protect sensitive electronic circuits from high voltage transients, like power surges on the industrial power grid. It can also be used to protect communication lines and radio frequency (RF) systems from surges.

The working principle of the device is based on the Avalanche breakdown principle. When the voltage exceeds a certain level, the voltage across the device is times as many times as the level of the device. This increases the electric field effect, which in turn initiates an avalanche breakdown process, during which some of the carriers (electrons or holes) present in the semiconductor gain the required energy and are sparked-off, resulting in the fast depletion of the minority carriers. This avalanche behavior works like a voltage limiter and clamps the energy below a certain level, allowing the system to recover from the surge without suffering a significant loss.

The 3KASMC10AHM3_A/I is also designed with bidirectional protection in mind. It is able to provide protection against both the negative and positive voltage transients. This is done by using a zener diode and a transient filter in parallel. When a negative voltage spike occurs, the zener diode will have greater resistance to the reverse current, while the filter will provide additional protection by de-coupling the transient. On the other hand, when a positive voltage spike occurs, the filter will act as a short, and the zener diode will provide resistance to the forward current. This ensures that the system is protected against any type of transient.

The 3KASMC10AHM3_A/I is a highly reliable protection for various types of electrical applications. It is designed to withstand high surge currents and high voltages, and with its low thermal resistance, it can help reduce thermal damage caused by surges. This makes it ideal for use in automotive and industrial applications. It is also designed to provide protection against both negative and positive voltage transients, and its avalanche breakdown principle provides excellent protection from high voltage transients.

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