5.0SMLJ16CA-TP

Transient Voltage Suppressors Diodes (TVS-Diodes) are semiconductor devices with negative resistance characteristics such as Zener diodes or avalanche diodes. TVS is an abbreviation used for identifying a product type. 5.0SMLJ16CA-TP is a specific type of TVS-Diodes, which are designed to absorb transient voltages, such as electrostatic discharges (ESD) or lightning, by providing a high power, yet low impedance path to the ground.

The 5.0SMLJ16CA-TP is a uni-directional TVS diode suitable for ESD and lightning protection applications. It features a clamping voltage of 5V, a low 8pF capacitance, and excellent electrical characteristics. It has a maximum peak operating junction temperature of 125°C and a maximum storage temperature range of -55°C to 125°C. It is RoHS (Reduction of Hazardous Substances) compliant as well as lead-free. The TVS diode comes in a small SOD-123 package and is designed to operate over a wide range of temperatures, so it can be used in many different environments and applications.

The 5.0SMLJ16CA-TP is designed to provide electrical over-voltage protection against both ESD and lightning threats. It works by sensing the voltage levels in both directions. When the voltage runs high, it provides a fast clamping behaviour by conducting the excess current. It can absorb up to 8.2kA of 11/100μs waveform current and 2500A surge current (8/20μs pulse), meaning it can reliably handle high-speed transients such as ESD strikes and lightning surges.

The 5.0SMLJ16CA-TP can be used in a variety of applications. It is suitable for protecting devices from ESD and lightning transients in a wide range of industries. These include automotive, industrial, consumer electronics, telecom/datacom, military/aerospace, and medical applications. Additionally, it is used for protecting signal lines by suppressing transients on signals of up to 300MHz. It is also well suited for protecting ICs from electrostatic discharge in system designs.

In summary, the 5.0SMLJ16CA-TP is a uni-directional TVS diode designed to provide over-voltage protection against ESD and lightning threats. It is ideally suited for signal line protection and IC protection in a variety of applications. Its 8pF capacitance, fast clamping behaviour, and high surge current capability make it an ideal choice for protecting sensitive electronics from ESD and lightning surges.