MX15KP240AE3

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MX15KP240AE3 is a type of Transient Voltage Suppressor(TVS) diode.These TVS devices are unidirectional and are capable of suppressing voltage surges above a certain peak voltage. TVS diodes act as a safeguard to protect sensitive electronic components and devices from ESD (electrostatic discharge), lightning strikes, power surges as well as inductive switching. MX15KP240AE3 is specifically designed to protect against transient voltage surges up to 15 Kilovolts.

The MX15KP240AE3 is a Glass Passivated Junction Transient Voltage Suppressor diode package, which features a very low leakage rate and a high peak pulse power dissipation. It is rated for a peak power dissipation of 240 watts and offers high surge capability of 15 kilovolts. The diode is available in an SMA package, offering superior protection against ESD, transients, and voltage surges.

The MX15KP240AE3 datasheet specifies that the device has a peak pulse power dissipation of up to 240 watts. It offers a surge rating of 15 kilovolts, meaning it can protect against transient voltage surges of up to 15 kilovolts. The device also offers a very low leakage current, of less than 1 microampere at 150 volts, and a low clamping voltage of 22.5 volts.

MX15KP240AE3 is widely used in a variety of applications. The most common applications for this Transient Voltage Suppressor are mobile device protection, consumer electronics protection, and protection for car audio systems, computer motherboards, and server systems. The device is also used for surge protection in LED lighting applications. MX15KP240AE3 can be found in semiconductor testing equipment and is suitable for use in high voltage power supplies.

The working principle of the MX15KP240AE3 transient voltage suppressor is based on the avalanche breakdown mechanism. The diode is designed to protect sensitive electronic components from overvoltages by dissipating the excess energy as heat. When a voltage surge occurs, the reverse-biased diode starts to conduct. As the current increases, it is subjected to increasing electric field strengths until the junction is forced to breakdown and breakdown voltage is reached. As the voltage spike passes, the diode will stop conducting and the current in the diode will return to its normal level. By doing so, the diode will prevent voltage surges from damaging electrical components.

In conclusion, the MX15KP240AE3 is a Transient Voltage Suppressor diode widely used for protection against transient voltage surges up to 15 kilovolts. It offers a high peak power dissipation of up to 240 watts, a low leakage current of less than 1 micro ampere at 150 volts, and a low clamping voltage of 22.5 volts. The diode is suitable for use in a wide range of applications, from consumer electronics protection to semiconductor testing equipment. Its working principle is based on the avalanche breakdown mechanism.

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