MAPLAD15KP160A

TVSs (transient voltage suppressors) are solid-state devices used to protect electrical and electronic circuits from transient over-voltage events such as electrostatic discharge (ESD), lightening, or electrical inductive transients. TVSs are available in different packages and technologies. The MAPLAD15KP160A is a unidirectional two-terminal discrete TVS diode, packaged in a surface mounted SOT-343 small-outline plastic package.

The MAPLAD15KP160A TVS diode offers superior protection against transient over-voltage events such as ESD, lightening, and inductive transients. The device is rated for 15kW peak pulse power dissipation capacity and 160V working breakdown voltage. It features a maximum forward clamping voltage of 34V and a very low leakage current of 0.2mA (at 10V).

The MAPLAD15KP160A TVS diode is used in various fields of applications such as communication systems, computer systems, industrial electronics, consumer electronics and automotive electronics. It has found wide acceptance due to its low leakage current and excellent ESD protection.

The MAPLAD15KP160A is a unidirectional diode device, which means it conducts current in only one direction. Its working principle is similar to that of a Zener diode, which has one anode and one cathode. When the voltage on the anode is higher than the breakdown voltage of the diode, electrons flow from the anode to the cathode forming a conductive pathway. This allows the current to flow through the device, limiting the voltage across the diode and thus protecting the device from an over-voltage event. The device will conduct current until the voltage is lowered below its breakdown voltage. At this point, the current stops flowing and the device is reset, ready to protect the device again should an over-voltage event occur.

In conclusion, the MAPLAD15KP160A is a unidirectional two-terminal discrete TVS diode, offering superior protection against transient over-voltage events. It is widely used in communication systems, computer systems, industrial electronics, consumer electronics and automotive electronics. Its working principle is similar to that of a Zener diode, where electrons flow from the anode to the cathode forming a conductive pathway, limiting the voltage across the diode and thus protecting the device.