CDNBS08-T36

The CDNBS08-T36 is a Transient Voltage Suppressor (TVS) diode, which is a specialised diode used to protect components within an electronic circuit by providing a low-impedance path to absorb excessive electrical energy. In the case of the CDNBS08-T36, this diode is specifically designed to absorb transient voltages with levels of up to 36V.

TVS diodes are utilised in a wide range of electronic applications, most often for protecting vulnerable parts of the circuit from electrostatic discharge, inductive switching, and lightning strikes. The CDNBS08-T36 is a widely used diode mainly used for overvoltage surge protection due to its high absorption threshold of up to 36V, and it is often used to shield sensitive parts of a circuit from power spikes or other unexpected voltage surges, making it an important photo-MOS relay circuit protection component. It is also used in automotive applications, particularly where galvanic isolation is required.

At low voltages, TVS diodes act as an insulator, or high-impedance device, allowing current to pass through with minimal resistance. When exposed to a high-voltage transient, or power surge, the diode will act as a low-impedance path, effectively absorbing the voltage and likely damaging itself in the process. The CDNBS08-T36 can absorb up to 36V, which is much higher than the standard Zener diodes, making it more effective for electrostatic discharge protection.

The TVS diode is an extremely useful component for protecting vulnerable electronic components from power surges and has many applications. The CDNBS08-T36 is a widely used TVS diode with a higher threshold for absorption than many other diodes, making it especially useful for overvoltage surge protection.