MXP5KE8.5A

Transient Voltage Suppressors (TVS) are a type of diode designed to protect sensitive electronics from hazardous high voltage. The MXP5KE8.5A is a 5.8V, 8.5 W SMC (Surface Mount Chip) Multi-Function Transient Voltage Suppressors (MXP5KE series). This series is a general purpose devices that offers fast and reliable protection against transients induced by lightning and other voltage events.

Application field:

The MXP5KE8.5A is ideal for use in applications such as consumer electronics, telecommunications equipment, industrial equipment, automotive subsystems, and portable electronic equipment. Typical applications include: protection of data lines in telephone and communication systems, protection of power circuits for printers, laptops, and other peripheral devices, suppression of transient voltage spikes in consumer electronics, and use in automotive subsystems.

Working principle:

The MXP5KE8.5A has three protection stages to protect from transient overvoltages. First, its avalanche diode operates as a voltage clamp, providing instantaneous response to transient overvoltages. Second, the integrated junction capacitances form an absorbent transition trap, slowly allowing the voltage on the MXP5KE8.5A to return to its intended level. Finally, the on-chip resistive element helps to limit the operating current of the diode when the transients are particularly intense.

The high Pulse Power rating of the MXP5KE8.5A makes it particularly suitable for applications that may be exposed to extreme transients, such as those caused by lightning strikes. Its maximum clamping voltage of 5.8V makes it particularly suitable for use in applications where the supply voltages are low.

In summary, the MXP5KE8.5A is a fast and reliable SMC TVS diode that offers protection against transient overvoltages. It features an avalanche diode, integrated junction capacitance, and on-chip resistive elements providing a high level of surge protection and maximum clamping voltage of 5.8V. It is ideal for use in consumer electronics, telecommunications equipment, industrial equipment, automotive subsystems, and portable electronic equipment.