P4KE160-E3/73

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TVS - Diodes

TVS diodes are electronic components designed to protect electrical circuits from transient overvoltage voltages caused by, for instance, lightning strikes, electrostatic discharges, accidental short circuiting, etc. These types of diodes have become integral in certain applications in order to protect sensitive circuit components, such as computer components, LED lamps, and other semiconductor elements.

The P4KE160-E3/73 is a type of TVS diode designed for protection of electronic components from lightning induced and other destructive overvoltage transients. This diode has an ultra-low capacitance of only 1.5pF, making it inexpensive and suitable for applications requiring minimal power dissipation. Additionally, this diode has a maximum working voltage of 4500 Volts, and a maximum clamping voltage of 70 Volts.

The working principle behind a typical TVS diode is similar to that of a regular diode, except it has a larger copper pad near the detonating point that is connected to a lateral P+ silicon layer, allowing greater current flow in the event of an overvoltage. The P4KE160-E3/73 diode works similarly, with the copper pad and P+ layer enabling current to flow during any transient overvoltage events, protecting sensitive circuit components within the application area from damage.

Applications for a TVS diode with the characteristics of the P4KE160-E3/73 can vary, from more basic applications such as LED lamps and appliance controllers, to advanced industrial applications such as motor control circuits and high-speed signal processing. Additionally, the diode is optimal for portable electronics design, due to its low capacitance, allowing more efficient signal processing and more reliable circuit performance in applications such as medical and industrial devices, particularly portable ones.

The P4KE160-E3/73 can also be found in Ethernet, SFP modules, and other telecom applications. In such applications, the diode is used to protect the circuit from the high levels of transient overvoltages caused by lightning, power cycles, permanent overvoltages, and other similar events, ensuring that the sensitive circuit components remain protected. As the diode is inexpensive and easy to install, it has become quite popular in telecom applications.

The P4KE160-E3/73 is an example of a versatile and reliable TVS diode, with capabilities suitable for a range of applications, from LED lamps to high-speed signal processing. Its features make it an ideal solution for protection of sensitive circuit components from overvoltage transients, especially in portable electronics applications.

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