MXPLAD6.5KP20A Circuit Protection

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Transient Voltage Suppression (TVS) diodes are a type of technology used to protect Equipment and Components from high-energy transients that could cause damage. The MXPLAD6.5KP20A is a specific TVS diode that has a maximum clamping voltage of 6.5V, a Peak Pulse Current of 20A, and an Operating Temperature of -55C to +125C. It is an ideal choice to protect sensitive portable electronics from electrical surges and voltage spikes caused by ESD, EFT and lightning.

The application field of the MXPLAD6.5KP20A mainly focuses on different industrial and consumer electronic products including PC motherboards, mobile phones, digital cameras, and USB ports. It is also widely used for the protection of automotive systems such as airbag modules and media busses, which require great precision and reliability.

In terms of working principle, the MXPLAD6.5KP20A acts as a surge barrier by lowering the amplitude of any incoming transient voltage surge to its clamping voltage (6.5V, for the MXPLAD6.5KP20A). When the diode senses a transient voltage surge, it is driven forward and starts to conduct, diverting surge current away from the sensitive components. After the transient has passed, the diode returns to its non-conductive state.

When compared to other types of TVS technology, the MXPLAD6.5KP20A has several advantages such as a very low leakage current of 100nA, fast response time of less than 1ns, and small package size of the SOD-323 package. Its low clamping voltage combined with its wide operating temperature range and high peak pulse current makes it ideal for high time and/or voltage sensitive applications.

In conclusion, the MXPLAD6.5KP20A is an excellent choice for the protection of devices and components from transient voltage surges and spikes, making it a common and popular choice for industrial and consumer electronic products. It has outstanding features such as a low leakage current, fast response time, and wide operating temperature range. Additionally, its high peak pulse current and low clamping voltage make it suitable for many demanding applications. For these reasons, it is a great solution to providing reliable surge protection.

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