MPLAD18KP150CAE3

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TVS (Transient Voltage Suppressor) diodes are special types of semiconductor diodes. They are designed to protect delicate electronics from high voltage transients and spikes that are greater than the normal operating voltage. They achieve this by clamping the transient voltage down to a safe level, thus avoiding damage to the upstream circuitry.

MPLAD18KP150CAE3 is a 16 pin DO-218AC TVS diode, made using the ultra-small pallet design process for surface mount applications. It is a bidirectional device and can handle a maximum peak pulse power of 1500W (10/1000μs). It is designed to prevent high voltage transients from damaging sensitive and expensive electronics within an operating range of 6 to 18V.

The working principle of MPLAD18KP150CAE3 is based on the breakdown voltage of dual junction avalanche protection diodes. When the voltage is below the breakdown voltage of the device, the diode exudes its normal characteristics as a diode. However, when the voltage exceeds a certain breakdown level, the internal junction breaks down and the diode goes into avalanche breakdown mode, allowing very large amount of current to flow through it. This current carrying capacity helps in clamping down the high voltage surge to a safe level, thus protecting upstream electronics from damage.

MPLAD18KP150CAE3 has an operating temperature range of -55°C to +125°C, making it suitable for various industrial applications where the device needs to withstand extreme temperatures. It is widely used in industrial, communications, consumer, automotive and medical electronics. It is also suitable for applications such as AC power line protection, low voltage bus protection, high voltage power supplies, data networks, electronic controllers and other high current applications.

To sum up, MPLAD18KP150CAE3 is a bidirectional DO-218AC TVS diode, capable of handling maximum peak pulse power of 1500W (10/1000μs). It is designed to prevent high voltage transients from damaging sensitive and expensive electronics within an operating range of 6 to 18V. Its wide operating temperature range of -55°C to +125°C makes it suitable for various industrial applications.

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