A5KP160CA-G Circuit Protection

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Tranzorbs (TVS-Diodes) are commonly used in portable electronic devices and automotive applications for transient voltage and protection. The A5KP160CA-G is a popular new device from Toshiba Corporation that is specifically designed for Automotive applications. It is a small surface mount component that provides transient voltage protection (TVP), ESD protection (ESDP) and high surge current capacity. This article will discuss the application fields of the A5KP160CA-G and its working principle.

A5KP160CA-G Application Field

The A5KP160CA-G is a low capacitance, low leakage current TVS Diode used in automotive applications. It is especially suitable for medium and high-end electronic automotive equipment due to its fast response time, low capacitance, low leakage current and high surge current capacity. Typical applications include power line protection, port protection, EMI/RFI suppression, and cable insulation. It is also suitable for high-speed protection of data communication systems, remote control systems, and navigation systems.

In vehicles, the A5KP160CA-G can be used to protect trunk opening controls, headlight control, door opening sensors, and various communication systems from electrical noise and overvoltage transients. The device also offers ESD protection from Electrostatic Discharge, as well as transient protection from voltage spikes and shorts caused by power supply fluctuations and electromagnetic interference, helping to increase overall reliability and safety in automotive systems.

A5KP160CA-G Working Principle

The A5KP160CA-G is a small surface mount TVS diode that combines an advanced ESD and TVP circuit with a low leakage current feature. The device is capable of handling up to 5A of surge current and features a fast recovery time of less than 4ns. The device has a working voltage range of 5 to 32V, and a clamping voltage of 57V.

The TVS Diode works by clamping a high voltage transient quickly to a safe level, protecting sensitive and vulnerable components like transistors and integrated circuits. When a surge of current comes in contact with the A5KP160CA-G, the TVS diode will quickly react by allowing the current to flow around the circuit and ground, instead of allowing the voltage to rise and cause damage.

The ESD protection circuit is designed to absorb the charge of an ESD discharge, and quickly dissipate the charge to the ground. The device has a maximum capacitance of 4pF, which helps preserve signal integrity and reduce EMI/RFI noise. It also has a low leakage current of only 0.5uA, helping to limit power consumption and reduce heat dissipation.

Conclusion

The A5KP160CA-G from Toshiba Corporation is an ideal device for automotive applications, providing fast response time and high surge current capacity. The device is also ESD protected and features a low leakage current of 0.5uA, helping to reduce power consumption and heat dissipation. This device is perfect for high speed protection of port control, power lines, data communication systems, and automotive wiring harness applications.

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