P4SMA180C

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A TVS (Transient Voltage Suppressor) diode is a special type of semiconductor device that is designed to protect other semiconductor devices from voltage transients, such as electrostatic discharge (ESD). The P4SMA180C is a TVS-diode that can effectively suppress events like ESD and other transient voltage overvoltages. This device is widely used in cables, communications equipment, and other applications that require surge protection.

The P4SMA180C TVS diode is designed to provide superior protection against fast transients, such as those generated by ESD. The device is a unidirectional device, meaning it only protects the component against transient voltage overvoltages in one direction. The device is rated for a maximum peak pulse power of 1.5kW when dealing with an 8/20μs waveform. The device also features an operating temperature range from -55 to +125°C and a peak pulse capacitance of 2.5pF.

The P4SMA180C TVS-diode is typically used in applications that require reliable surge protection. The device is commonly used in cables, communications equipment, control systems, and other electronic systems where overvoltage protection may be needed. It is also commonly used in consumer electronics, such as computers, televisions, and cellular phones. To ensure that the device will perform as expected, the proper selection of the peak power voltage rating is necessary.

The working principle of the P4SMA180C is based on the avalanche breakdown effect. This effect is based on the fact that when the current through a device is increased, the voltage across the device will increase. This increase in voltage will reach a point where the electrons and holes in the device start to accelerate, releasing more charge carriers that in turn amplifies the current. This phenomenon results in an avalanche breakdown, where the current through the device is suddenly increased, resulting in a pulse of voltage across the device.

The P4SMA180C is designed to take advantage of this effect by allowing the device’s current to increase rapidly, resulting in a pulse of voltage that will be applied across the device. This pulse effectively clamps the voltage across the device, preventing the voltage from increasing any further and protecting the device from over-voltage damage. This makes the device ideal for use as a surge protector, as it will limit the voltage applied to the device to an acceptable level and protect it from possible damage.

In summary, the P4SMA180C is a TVS-diode designed to provide superior surge protection to downstream components. The device is rated for a maximum peak pulse power of 1.5kW and has an operating temperature range from -55 to +125°C. The working principle of the device is based on the avalanche breakdown effect, which allows the current through the device to increase rapidly when exposed to transient voltages. This makes the device ideal for use as a surge protector, as it will effectively limit the voltage applied to protected components and protect them from possible damage.

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