MXL15KP40AE3

TVS (Transient Voltage Suppressor) Diodes are widely used in electronics for protecting sensitive circuit components from destructive voltage surges. The MXL15KP40AE3 TVS Diode is a bi-directional protection diode that is used mainly in personal computers, appliances, smart phones, and automotive electronics. It offers enhanced protection from voltage transients, such as electrical and electro-magnetic disturbances.

Application Field

The MXL15KP40AE3 TVS Diode is specially designed for use in personal computers, appliances, smart phones, and automotive electronics. It is mainly used as a surge protector for the board level of these devices. It is also suitable for the protection of I/O ports, USB connections, and other communication interfaces.

Working Principle

The MXL15KP40AE3 is a bi-directional TVS diode that clips and disperses excessive voltage on both sides of the diode. Its breakthrough architecture clamps damaging voltages between its electrodes and shrinks surge current, offering superior protection from electrical and electro-magnetic disturbances. The diode offers superior protection against strong and rapidly varying voltage surges, such as those caused by lightning and electrostatic discharge.

In addition, the MXL15KP40AE3 also offers a high peak pulse current and low leakage current. The clamping voltage of the diode is adjustable from 7.5V to 16V, which makes it suitable for a wide range of applications. The flexible design of the diode also makes it suitable for PCB and tape-and-reel surface mount mounting.

Conclusion

The MXL15KP40AE3 TVS Diode is an advanced bi-directional protection diode that offers superior protection from destructive voltage transients. It is mainly used as a surge protector for personal computers, appliances, smart phones, and automotive electronics, and is suitable for a wide range of applications. The diode has a high peak pulse current and low leakage current, and a clamping voltage that is adjustable from 7.5V to 16V.