MPLAD30KP180CA

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TVS - Diodes:MPLAD30KP180CA Application Field and Working Principle

A Transient Voltage Suppressor Diode (TVS) ordiode is a semiconductor device designed to protect electrical components from damage due tovoltage spikes. The TVS diode is designed to clamp a voltage spike to a lower levelso that the protected component can survive without damage. The MPLAD30KP180CAtvS diode is a popular device for transient voltage suppression.

Application Field

The MPLAD30KP180CA TVS diode is most commonlynamed for its primary application – protection against electrical transients due to suddenvoltage spikes. Electricity distribution systems, data processing systems, andsensors are all vulnerable to electrical transients, and TVS diodes serve toprotect such systems. The MPLAD30KP180CA diode can be used inaccess-control systems, automotive control systems, industrial machinecontrollers, and other applications requiring transient voltage protection.

Principle of Operation

The MPLAD30KP180CA TVS diode is designed to operate inparallel with the protected component. The device utilizes a zener breakdownmechanism to quickly clamp the voltage spike. When a voltage spike occurs, thediode will begin to conduct, reducing the voltage level on the protected device.The device is designed to conduct up to maximum ratings, which depend on themanufacturer’s specifications. The device will automatically return to an off stateonce the voltage spikes dissipates.

The MPLAD30KP180CA is designed to withstandhigh surge currents and voltages. The device can handle pulse power levels up to500W with peak pulse currents up to 180A. The device can handle a maximumreverse breakdown voltage of 30V. The device is also certified to UL standardsfor safety and electrical performance.

Conclusion

The MPLAD30KP180CA TVS diode is a popular devicefor transient voltage suppression. The device is designed to mitigate voltage spikesin industrial, automotive, and access control applications. The device isdesigned to clamp sudden voltage spike to a lower level, thus protecting sensitiveelectrical components from damage. The device can handle up to 500W pulse powerlevels and 180A peak pulse current.

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