MPLAD6.5KP16A

TVS diodes are highly effective protection devices that provide over-voltage protection for sensitive electronic components. Their extremely fast response time and low capacitance make them ideal for protecting against high voltage transients in a range of applications. The MPLAD6.5KP16A Diode is a unidirectional over voltage protection device specifically designed for a wide range of telecom and datacom applications.

What is a TVS-Diode ?

A TVS diode (Transient Voltage Suppression Diode) is an over-voltage protection device with extremely fast switching times. TVS diodes clamp the peak voltage to within safe operating limits, protecting sensitive components and systems against over-voltage conditions. It\'s essentially a miniature lightning arrestor, typically surface mounted and designed to be placed in-line between the systems ground and the power source. When an unwanted voltage or surge exceeds a certain threshold, the diode begins to conduct, preventing the surge from damaging the equipment.

MPLAD6.5KP16A Application Field and Working Principle

The MPLAD6.5KP16A is a unidirectional over voltage protection device specifically designed for a wide range of telecom and datacom applications. It offers superior electrical performance with a fast response time of 2 ns and low capacitance of only 7.6 pF. The device is constructed from a planar structure PN junction that is protected against destructive avalanche switching. This ensures that the diode will not let through excessive current that could damage the component.

The MPLAD6.5KP16A is designed for applying over-voltage protection in telecommunications and data communications circuits. It is ideal for applications such as telephone lines, automotive data bus networks, datacom cables and signals from radio or television transmitters. It can be used to protect equipment from voltage transients up to 6.5KV. It is also designed to operate over a wide input power range of 3.0V to 5.5V.

When the voltage is less than the breakdown voltage of the junction, the diode acts as an open circuit, allowing no current to flow. When it reaches the breakdown voltage, it will clamp the voltage and conduct a limited amount of current, thereby absorbing any transients or voltage spikes. The breakdown voltage and clamp voltage values of the MPLAD6.5KP16A are 8.0V an 6.5KV, respectively.

Conclusion

The MPLAD6.5KP16A is a highly effective TVS diode designed for the protection of sensitive electronic components from over-voltage transients. The device provides a fast switching response time of 2 ns and low capacitance of 7.6 pF, making it ideal for a range of telecom and datacom applications. The diode is constructed from a planar structure PN junction and is protected against destructive over-voltage conditions.