P6KE400CA-T

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TVS - Diodes are a class of specialized diode designed to protect electronic circuits from Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) and Transient Voltage Surges. The P6KE400CA-T is one such TVS-Diode, and its application field and working principle are described in this article.

The P6KE400CA-T is a surface-mounted device (SMD) used in telecommunication and other applications that require a high level of circuit protection. It is designed to operate on both AC and DC signals, providing an effective shield against ESD and transients. The P6KE400CA-T is composed of 6 individual discretes (6 distinct parts). This arrangement increases the breakdown voltage of the device and ensures it is able to protect the connected circuit from ESD voltages of up to 400V and Transient Voltage Surges (TVSs) of up to 520V.

The P6KE400CA-T works by absorbing and dissipating the ESD and TVS pulses. When a voltage pulse of sufficient energy is applied to the contacts of the diode, a portion of the energy is drained from the circuit and dissipated in the diode. This protects the connected components from damage or failure caused by the ESD or TVS pulse. As the Pulse dissipates, the voltage is allowed to return to a steady state level. The P6KE400CA-T is constructed from a Silicon-Persicoidal junction, which provides a low impedance path for current to flow.

The P6KE400CA-T also has several protective features. It has a high current-handling capacity, so it can protect even high-power circuits from damage due to ESD or transient voltages. Additionally, the P6KE400CA-T is designed with a low switching time, which protects the connected circuit from potential damage due to ESD pulses of a fast rising nature, including direct lightning strikes and surges.

The P6KE400CA-T is extremely resistant to wear and environmental corrosion, due to its use of metallic terminals and an hermetic glass enclosure. This makes it an ideal choice for applications that are exposed to corrosive or extreme environmental elements. Additionally, the P6KE400CA-T is incredibly small, making it suitable for many space-constrained designs.

Overall, the P6KE400CA-T is a versatile and reliable protection device. It is designed to operate in both AC and DC systems and can protect the connected circuit from a wide range of ESD and transient voltage pulses. Thanks to its robust construction and reliable features, the P6KE400CA-T is an ideal choice for applications that require a high level of circuit protection.

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