MAPLAD18KP7.0CA

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TVS - Diodes

Transient Voltage Suppressors (TVS) - diodes are mainly used to protect sensitive electronics circuits and components against surge voltages, high currents and overvoltages. The use of TVS-diodes is becoming increasingly popular as these devices offer an effective protection against various exceptions.

In particular, MAPLAD 18KP7.0CA is a fast-responding, unidirectional, 7-Watt Transient Voltage Suppressor with a breakdown voltage of 18V. This TVS diode protects various electronic circuits and components against strong electrical transients and overvoltage conditions.

Application Field

MAPLAD 18KP7.0CA is primarily used in automotive and industrial applications. In the automotive field, it is used in airbag systems, powertrain control systems, electronic stability control systems and air conditioning systems. In industrial applications, it is used in power supplies, controllers, converters, electronic circuits that are not allowed to be affected by excessive currents, in power switching systems, and also in the communication industry.

Working Principle

MAPLAD 18KP7.0CA is a zener diode based device. It has a breakdown voltage of 18V, and when the applied voltage rises above this value, the diode starts to conduct electric current from its cathode to its anode. This conduction reduces the voltage across the protected circuit, resulting in a limited amount of current being able to pass through.

When a high surge voltage is applied, the device gets switched on rapidly and acts as a clamp to voltage, limiting the amount of voltage passing through. Also, the device provides immunity to normally occurring radiated or conducted electrical disturbances such as spikes, surges, and other temporary overvoltage conditions.

Advantages & Disadvantages

MAPLAD 18KP7.0CA offers the following advantages:

• Reliability – The device is reliable and it offers high-performance protection.
• High ESD Protection – Ability to withstand high electrostatic discharges.
• High Dissipation – Ability to dissipate up to 7 watts.
• Low Reverse Leakage – The device has a low reverse leakage current.

Despite the advantages, MAPLAD 18KP7.0CA has some drawbacks:

• Cost – The device may not be cost-effective for all applications.
• Size – It may not be suitable for circuits or applications that require a very small form factor.

Conclusion

MAPLAD 18KP7.0CA is a fast-responding, 7-watt transient voltage suppressor with a breakdown voltage of 18V. This TVS diode offers the benefit of high ESD protection, high-performance protection and low reverse leakage. It is mainly used in automotive and industrial applications and offers effective protection against various exceptions. Despite its advantages, it has some drawbacks such as cost and size.

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