M1.5KE120CAE3

TVS (Transient Voltage Suppressor) Diodes provide protection to circuit board components by getting triggered during a transient over voltage event. The M1.5KE120CAE3 (120 V unidirectional and 60 V bi-directional) is one such TVS diode used to protect against dangerous transient voltage spikes. It consists of a pair of discrete back-to-back diodes which help regulate the bipolar voltage transients travelling through the circuit.

The M1.5KE120CAE3 has a number of application fields. It is extensively used in equipment with high speeds and short-time operations such as digital information communication lines, telecommunication devices, and motor control systems, and can be used in a wide range of products such as main processers, modems, amplifiers, transceivers and satellite communication systems. It can be used in devices such as switched mode power supplies, computers and peripherals, data communication systems, telephone systems, medical infrastructure, automotive electronic systems and radar equipment.

The M1.5KE120CAE3 utilizes the breakdown voltage characteristics of the back-to-back diode pair in order to suppress transients. The series connection of two diodes is able to clamp the peak of the transient voltage to one of the diode\'s breakdown voltage while it is conducting. When the voltage of the transient passes the breakdown voltage of the diode, the diode will conduct current. As a result, current will be diverted through the diode path, thus suppressing the transient and protecting the connected device.

The M1.5KE120CAE3 has a fast response time of less than 1 nanosecond, allowing it to respond and protect the connected device from harmful transient transients. It also has a low clamping voltage, which helps prevent over-voltage damage to the device, and a low leakage current, making it capable of providing sustained protection for the connected circuit.

The M1.5KE120CAE3 is reasonably priced and yet provides excellent circuit protection. It is RoHS compliant, and offers excellent surge suppression capabilities. The M1.5KE120CAE3 has a maximum operating temperature of 125°C, making it ideal for use in operating environments where higher temperatures are encountered

Overall, the M1.5KE120CAE3 is a highly reliable, cost-effective TVS diode. Its excellent response time and high current handling capacity makes it well suited for use in a wide range of high speed transient surge protection applications.