MAPLAD18KP28CAE3

A TVS (Transient Voltage Suppressor) diode is an electronic device used to protect systems and components from transient voltage or surges that may occur in the power supply. The MAPLAD18KP28CAE3 is a high-performance and cost effective TVS diode produced by MAE Technology. It is designed to protect against surges up to 28 Volts of reverse voltage.

This TVS diode is a bi-directional device and is typically installed in series with either the drain or source of a power MOSFET. The MAPLAD18KP28AE3 has a high clamping voltage and can absorb ESD pulses up to 20kV, making it an ideal device for protecting power MOSFETs from overvoltages and ESD pulses. The MAPLAD18KP28AE3 also has a fast dynamic response time, making it suitable for use in applications with rapidly changing voltage.

The working principle of the MAPLAD18KP28CAE3 TVS diode is based on the breakdown voltage of a PN junction, which is the voltage at which the diode becomes conductive. When the device is connected in series with a power MOSFET, it conducts when the voltage exceeds the breakdown voltage. The diode quickly acts as a low-resistance path for the current to flow, thus preventing the MOSFET from being adversely affected by the surge or transient voltage.

The MAPLAD18KP28CAE3 offers a broad range of protection for power MOSFETS in various applications. This includes automotive, industrial, consumer and telecom applications. Some of the automotive applications the MAPLAD18KP28CAE3 applies to are motor control systems and ABS systems. In industrial applications, the diode is often used to protect systems and components in switchgear and power supplies. The MAPLAD18KP28CAE3 can be used in consumer electronics such as TVs and computers to protect them from overvoltages. Finally, it is also suitable for protecting telecom systems from lightning strikes.

In conclusion, the MAPLAD18KP28CAE3 TVS diode offers a reliable, high-performance solution for protecting sensitive electronics from overvoltage and ESD pulses. This diode is suitable for a variety of automotive, industrial, consumer and telecom applications and can quickly and effectively absorb large surges while maintaining a reliable level of performance.