ESD5B5.0ST5G Circuit Protection

TVS-Diodes

The TVS (Transient Voltage Suppression) diode is a type of Diode primarily used to protect sensitive electronics from high energy transients commonly caused by ElectroStaticDischarge (ESD), electric fast transients (EFT) and surges. It is a three-terminal, unidirectional device which is designed for bidirectional transient waveforms. TVS diodes are used in a wide range of electronic circuits from portable electronics to automotive and aerospace applications.

The ESD5B5.0ST5G is a 5V TVS diode designed to suppress ESD transients and to protect sensitive electronics. This diode has an operating voltage of 5V, a reverse voltage of 6V, a peak pulse current of 5A and an ESD protection level of 8KV.

ESD5B5.0ST5G Application Field

The main field of application of the ESD5B5.0ST5G is to protect sensitive electronics from ESD and EFT. This diode is designed for I/O protection in automotive and aerospace applications where high immunity to ESD is required. It is also suitable for providing ESD protection in telecom and data line applications.

The ESD5B5.0ST5G is a three-terminal device commonly used in TVS arrays for additional signal and data line protection. The device is rated for a reverse voltage of up to 6V and a peak pulse current of up to 5A. It also provides a high level of protection against ESD transients up to 8KV.

ESD5B5.0ST5G Working Principle

The ESD5B5.0ST5G is designed to clamp the voltage that exceeds its breakdown voltage. This means that any high-energy transient will be dissipated into the diode instead of being applied to the protected circuit. This is usually achieved by using a Zener diode in series with a low-capacitance rectifying diode.

The ESD5B5.0ST5G works by clamping the voltage generated by the ESD event, dissipating it into the diode. The device is designed to conduct current when the voltage across it exceeds its breakdown voltage, and then shut off when the voltage drops below its specified breakdown voltage. This provides a high level of protection from ESD and EFT transients.

The ESD5B5.0ST5G is used in a variety of applications due to its low capacitance and high surge current capability. It is used in applications requiring high signal integrity, such as automotive and aerospace, where high immunity to ESD and EFT is required.