3SMC170A TR13

TVS - Diodes

TVS (Transient Voltage Suppressors) and diodes are in widespread in use in a variety of electronics, and 3SMC170A TR13 is one of the most popular. This model is particularly versatile and reliable, providing quality protection for medium power (up to 35 Joules) circuits from events of overvoltage, surge and ESD.

3SMC170A TR13 Application Field

3SMC170A TR13 is applied in a variety of medium power circuits with voltage up to 170V and power up to 35 Joules. Being an unidirectional device, it can be also used for applications with dc voltage up to its full blocking voltage, but it is most suitable for low voltage ac power systems.

3SMC170A TR13 is widely applied in automotive electronics, energy systems, industrial controls, home appliances, consumer products, consumer electronics, etc. due to its reliable protection of circuits against voltage faults.

3SMC170A TR13 Working Principle

The 3SMC170A TR13 uses avalanche breakdown principle. It has two leads functioning as anode and cathode. When the applied voltage exceeds the specified level, the diode suffers an avalanche breakdown and begins to conduct current from anode to cathode.

When the voltage drops below the specified voltage, the diode stops conducting current and provides protection against overvoltage. The 3SMC170A TR13 is designed to withstand stress up to 35 Joules and 170V, making it suitable for medium power applications.

Conclusion

3SMC170A TR13 is one of the most widely used TVS-diodes in the world. It can be reliably used up to 35 Joules and provides reliable protection against voltage faults. 3SMC170A TR13 is widely used in automotive electronics, energy systems, industrial controls, home appliances, consumer products, consumer electronics, etc. because of its versatile applications and strong protection.