MAPLAD15KP85CA

TVS (transient voltage suppressor) diodes are heavily used in the field of electrical engineering, as they are able to quickly protect circuits from high-powered surges. The MAPLAD15KP85CA is a particular type of TVS diode that has been designed to offer low capacitance and low clamping voltage in a small size.

The MAPLAD15KP85CA is an automotive-grade diode, which means that it has been created to withstand the high temperatures and power loads of vehicle electronics. The diode is made of a low-capacitance silicon material, and it is housed in a SMD (surface-mount device) package, giving it a low profile which is ideal for high density board mounting.

The MAPLAD15KP85CA is a unidirectional TVS diode, meaning that it will only protect circuits from high voltage surges coming from one direction. This particular model is also known as a Uni-directional TVS or MOV (Metal Oxide Varistor) diode.

One of the main advantages of the MAPLAD15KP85CA is its fast response time. This diode has been designed to respond to high voltage surges in nanoseconds, in order to protect the connected circuit. This fast response time is achieved by virtue of the low capacitance of the diode, which allows it to close quickly in response to a transient voltage spike.

Another benefit of the MAPLAD15KP85CA is its low clamping voltage. This refers to the level of voltage that the diode will allow to pass through the circuit. The lower the clamping voltage, the less disruption there will be to sensitive low voltage components.

The MAPLAD15KP85CA also has excellent surge handling capabilities, enabling it to absorb transient voltages up to 15kV in the 10/1000us waveform. This is far higher than standard MOVs, making this diode suitable for more complex and demanding applications.

The MAPLAD15KP85CA has a variety of applications, but is particularly suitable for use in automotive electronics, home theatre systems and other sensitive low voltage electronics that require fast and reliable protection.

In summary, the MAPLAD15KP85CA is a unidirectional TVS diode with automotive-grade capabilities and fast response time. It has a low capacitance and a low clamping voltage, as well as excellent surge handling capabilities. This diode is ideal for use in automotive electronics and home theatre systems, as it provides reliable protection against transient voltage spikes.