AK3-076C

AK3-076C is a well known brand and type of TVS diode elements, popular in a wide range of applications where a reliable and efficient protection is a primary concern. TVS diodes protect sensitive electronic components from voltage transients and surges, which can cause major damage and system malfunctions. The AK3-076C offers excellent transient acceptance, both in terms of clamping voltage levels and required response times.

This type of diode is designed to offer maximum robustness against high-speed repetitive transients and surges. AK3-076C is suitable for use in a wide variety of applications, such as industrial and automotive electronics, mission and safety critical environments, medical equipment, and consumer electronics.

The TVS diode is based on a Zenner diode-like architecture, which consists of two sections - a Zener region, and a forward conducting region, consisting of a diode connected in series with either a small or a large resistor. When an externally applied voltage exceeds the Zener voltage of the diode, the diode is forward biassed and the current is clamped. The threshold voltage of AK3-076C is typically between 16.5V and 20.5V.

At a voltage below the threshold value, the two sections of the diode are isolated and there is no current flow. When the externally applied voltage increases beyond the threshold, the diode conducts current from anode to cathode, leading to an increased forward current and a decrease in noise across the line. This increases the clamping voltage and offers more protection for the sensitive components

The AK3-076C has a wide operating temperature range of -65°C to + 1750°C, making it suitable for use in harsh environments. The diode elements are also designed to handle very high peak power levels and to have a very low capacitance. This allows them to provide an excellent level of protection in high speed circuits, without compromising performance.

AK3-076C is a reliable and efficient type of TVS diode, offering excellent transient protection for a wide range of applications. The diode elements have a high clamping voltage and a wide operating temperature range, allowing them to be used in harsh environments. They also have a very low capacitance, making them suitable for use in high speed circuits. With these features, AK3-076C is an ideal TVS solution for sensitive components in a variety of electronic systems.