MSMCGLCE8.5AE3

TVS (transient voltage suppressor) diodes, also commonly referred to as surge suppressors, are widely used to protect circuits from voltage spikes. The MSMCGLCE8.5AE3 is a TVS diode designed and manufactured by Littelfuse. In this article, we will discuss the applications and working principle of this device.

The MSMCGLCE8.5AE3 is a surface-mount TVS diode with excellent peak pulse current capability. It is used to protect sensitive equipment from overvoltage transients, such as those caused by lightning or electrical power faults. The device is designed to protect a circuit from transients with an amplitude up to 8.5V and a rate of change of 175V/ns. The device is rated for a peak pulse current of 16A.

The MSMCGLCE8.5AE3 is designed for automotive applications such as switch and relay protection. It can also be used in computer peripheral protection, such as USB and Ethernet ports. Additionally, it can be used in board and system-level protection of consumer electronic devices, such as PDAs, digital cameras, and cell phones.

The working principle of the MSMCGLCE8.5AE3 is fairly simple. The device is composed of a diode and a resistor. When a voltage transient greater than the threshold voltage is detected, the diode becomes forward-biased and a surge of current is conducted through the resistor. This surge of current “bleeds” off the excess voltage, thereby protecting the circuit from damage.

In summary, the MSMCGLCE8.5AE3 is a TVS diode designed and manufactured by Littelfuse. It is used to protect circuits from overvoltage transients, such as those caused by lightning or electrical power faults. The device is designed for automotive applications, computer peripheral protection, board and system-level protection of consumer electronic devices. The working principle of the device is fairly simple, where a surge of current is conducted through a resistor to “bleed” off the excess voltage.