MXLPLAD6.5KP22AE3 Circuit Protection

Transient voltage suppressors (TVS) diodes, or transorbs, are components designed to **protect other components in a circuit** from voltage surges and other damaging transient occurrences, such as those created by Electrostatic Discharge (ESD). The MXLPLAD6.5KP22AE3 is a bidirectional Transient Voltage Suppressor (TVS) diode specifically designed to protect against ESD events, also known as lightning or Surge. This component is the ideal protection device for TV, computers, and industrial and home appliances. It has an unidirectional clamping voltage rating of 6.5V and a peak pulse power of 2.2kW at 8/20µs pulse widths.

The MXLPLAD6.5KP22AE3 is composed of two dice, one on each side of a thin film substrate. It is encapsulated in a 2 lead dual in-line package (DIP) with a low profile SO-8 surface mountable version. An optically triggered version is also available giving the device a high speed, low capacitance and symmetric clamping response that is suitable for signal line protection.

The basic principle of operation for the MXLPLAD6.5KP22AE3 is to absorb the overvoltage through a rapid increase in current that it is capable of providing. The device is rated to provide a low impedance current path as long as the applied voltage does not exceed the breakdown voltage, which is usually far above the rated power supply voltage. This ensures that the device will be ready to handle any overvoltage that may arise from an external source, such as electrostatic discharge. Once the voltage reaches the breakdown voltage, the device conducts conduction current and acts as an electrical barrier to protect the circuitry downstream from any damage.

Although the maximum reverse breakdown is 6.5V, the device can be connected in either a unidirectional (valley voltage) or bidirectional (peak voltage) mode. This allows it to absorb transients of varying polarity and amplitude to protect the loads. The device will clamp at a given voltage and will dissipate the energy so as to allow the circuit to recover back to the normal state. This makes it well suited for transorbing fast transients such as ESD.

In addition to its high surge protection capabilities, MXLPLAD6.5KP22AE3 also offers excellent reliability and efficiency. The device is hermetically sealed and is rated for 30,000 hours of operation, making it an ideal choice for systems operating in extreme environmental conditions. The device\'s low power dissipation and low thermal resistance also contributes to its efficiency.

The MXLPLAD6.5KP22AE3 is an excellent choice for unidirectional or bidirectional TVS applications such as TV, computers, and industrial and home appliances. Its low break-down voltage and peak pulse power capability make it highly effective in protecting against transient voltage and power surges, while its hermetically sealed construction and high reliability make it ideal for operation in extreme environmental conditions.

The MXLPLAD6.5KP22AE3 is an ideal choice for transient voltage and power surge protection in a variety of different applications. Its excellent reliability and efficiency make it an excellent choice for protecting sensitive electronics from the effects of damaging transients. In addition, its low profile SO-8 surface mountable version and optically triggered version give it high speed and low capacitance protection to signal lines.