MXP4KE13CA Circuit Protection

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TVS (Transient Voltage Suppressor) Diodes are an essential component in many electrical circuits. They are used to protect sensitive components and circuitry from electro-static discharge (ESD) and other high voltage transient voltages. The MXP4KE13CA is a popular TVS Diode, which is designed to provide superior protection to sensitive electrical equipment from high voltage transients that exceed the rated voltage. It is available in a wide range of voltage ratings, from 5.5 volts up to 24 volts.

The MXP4KE13CA is a unidirectional diode with a breakdown voltage of 1,350 volts peak, or 1,150 volts maximum. It is designed with ultra-low leakage, high surge capacitance, fast response time, and low clamping voltage. The device is ideal for use in automotive, industrial, and consumer electronics applications.

The MXP4KE13CA is typically used in data transmission lines and power supply circuits to provide protection against voltage transients and electrostatic discharge. It is also used to protect against high voltage transients from direct lightning strikes and high energy surges which can cause irreparable damage to sensitive circuitry.

The device is specifically designed to be bidirectional, meaning it can effectively protect both positive and negative signals. It also helps reduce radiated electro-magnetic interference, by reducing the noise generated by high frequency transients on the power lines. The compact size of the MXP4KE13CA also makes it ideal for use in applications with limited space.

The working principle of the MXP4KE13CA is based on a P-N junction diode. When the voltage across the diode exceeds the breakdown voltage, the diode enters the “on” state, allowing a flow of current. This increases the voltage of the conductive path and clamps the voltage, thus limiting the amount of voltage that is transmitted through it.

The device is designed to be fast acting and has a fast response time of less than 1 nanosecond. This ensures that the device will be able to protect sensitive components from any high voltage transients that occur in a short time frame.

The wide range of voltage ratings and ultra-low leakage makes the MXP4KE13CA an ideal choice for a variety of applications. Its fast response time, high surge capacitance, low clamping voltage, and bidirectional protection make it an ideal solution for protecting sensitive components from voltage transients and electrostatic discharge.

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