MASMCG17CAE3

Voltage - Clamping (Max) @ Ipp:	27.6V
Supplier Device Package:	SMCG (DO-215AB)
Package / Case:	DO-215AB, SMC Gull Wing
Mounting Type:	Surface Mount
Operating Temperature:	-65°C ~ 150°C (TJ)
Capacitance @ Frequency:	--
Applications:	General Purpose
Power Line Protection:	No
Power - Peak Pulse:	1500W (1.5kW)
Current - Peak Pulse (10/1000µs):	53.3A
Series:	Military, MIL-PRF-19500
Voltage - Breakdown (Min):	18.9V
Voltage - Reverse Standoff (Typ):	17V
Bidirectional Channels:	1
Type:	Zener
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL):	--
Part Status:	Active
Lead Free Status / RoHS Status:	--
Packaging:	Bulk

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MASMCG17CAE3 TVS-Diodes Application Field and Working PrincipleA TVS-Diode, or Transient Voltage Suppression Diode, is a designed to protect delicate electronic components from sudden high voltages, or transients. The MASMCG17CAE3 TVS-Diode is a dual common-cathode, low capacitance, bidirectional device, offering ESD protection up to +/-8kV. This diode is designed to protect high-speed data lines and offers a maximum clamping voltage of 18V.Application FieldThe MASMCG17CAE3 TVS-Diode is applicable in a wide range of electronic devices, including Computers, Cell phones, Medical Devices, Automotive components, LCD screens, Power supplies, etc. In particular, this diode is especially suitable for protecting USB ports and high speed data transmission lines, such as Ethernet and HDMI, from electrical "noise" or ESD. This noise is often caused by static discharge or a power surge, and can cause system malfunction or even component damage. Working PrincipleIn order to understand the workings of a TVS-Diode, it is important to first look at the way a traditional Zener diode works. A Zener diode is a special kind of diode that allows current to freely flow in one direction, but stops current flow when it goes in the other. This occurs when the voltage applied to the diode is greater than the breakdown voltage of the diode. When this happens, the diode conducts a heavy current, which is known as "Zener Breakdown". In contrast, the MASMCG17CAE3 TVS-Diode uses "avalanche breakdown", in which a device will quickly conduct current in both directions when a certain voltage is applied to it. This is done by increasing the doping level within the diode so that a strong electric field can be created. When this field is greater than the breakdown voltage of the device, it will quickly begin to conduct current in both directions.The MASMCG17CAE3 TVS-Diode differs from other TVS-Diodes in that it is a low capacitance, bidirectional device, which provides ESD protection up to 8kV. This is because of its special design, which allows the device to clamp any transient voltage spike down to a safe value, and allow a normal operating voltage to continue. This is known as "clamping" or "clamping action", and is what prevents any damage to the device or its components.ConclusionThe MASMCG17CAE3 TVS-Diode is a versatile and reliable device designed to protect delicate electronic components from sudden high voltages or transients. It is particularly suitable for the protection of USB ports, high speed data transmission lines such as Ethernet and HDMI, and a wide range of other electronic devices. The device uses a specialized low capacitance and bidirectional design which provides ESD protection up to 8kV and a maximum clamping voltage of 18V. This ensures protection against electrical "noise" or ESD, and helps prevent system malfunction or component damage.

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