MXPLAD18KP51AE3 Circuit Protection

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TVS - Diodes

TVS - Diodes are used in various applications and have a variety of uses in our world today. The MXPLAD18KP51AE3 is one such diode and its uses are varied and it can be used in many areas. This article will discuss the application field and working principle of the MXPLAD18KP51AE3 TVS - Diode.

The MXPLAD18KP51AE3 is a unidirectional device designed for use in protection circuits. It is used to protect sensitive electronic components such as transistors and integrated circuits from voltage transients and short-term over-voltages. This diode is specifically designed for Automotive, MIL-STD-202 Qualified and NEMA compliance applications. The device has an operating temperature range from -55°C to +150°C and a peak pulse power rating of 48W. It is available in an SMA package and can be soldered to printed circuit boards.

The MXPLAD18KP51AE3 TVS - Diode offers many advantages, including a fast response time, excellent surge capability, low detection voltage, and low leakage current. It also offers superior EMI suppression, and is compatible with digital and mixed signal logic. It is an ESD suppressor, and is ideal for protecting sensitive components from Electro Static Discharge (ESD).

The MXPLAD18KP51AE3 is a unidirectional diode with a metal-to-semiconductor (MS) diode construction. It utilizes a design based on the breaking down of a thin film material layer. This layer is suspended between two layers of aluminum oxide substrate to form a junction diode. The metal-to-semiconductor junction is then enhanced with a soldering process that increases the diode\'s surge rate capability. The junction is then encapsulated in a waterproof, UV-resistant epoxy for additional protection from vibration and chemical shocks.

The MXPLAD18KP51AE3 utilizes a 3-stage protection principle. In the first stage, the diode detects and clamps the transient voltage. The clamped voltage is then transported to the second stage where it is absorbed and dissipated as heat. Finally, in the third stage, excess overvoltage conditions are filtered out and the system reset. By design, this protection principle ensures that the protected device is capable of handling high levels of voltage transients without failing.

The MXPLAD18KP51AE3 has a wide variety of uses, including automotive, telecom and consumer electronics, commercial lighting, industrial process controls, power systems, computers and peripherals, aerospace, and more. These versatile diodes can be used for a variety of applications, including overvoltage protection, EMI/RFI filtering, protection against voltage waveforms, Hermetically sealed applications, and Voltage Multipliers. The MXPLAD18KP51AE3 is an ideal diode choice for electronic circuits that need high surge rates, high voltage ratings, and low clamping voltage.

In conclusion, the MXPLAD18KP51AE3 TVS - Diode is a versatile device designed for use in protection circuits. It utilizes a 3-stage protection principle that provides superior EMI suppression and a fast response time. This device is suitable for a wide range of applications, and it offers excellent surge capability, low leakage current, and low detection voltage. Its high voltage rating and low clamping voltage make it an ideal choice for protecting sensitive electronic components.

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