SA160CHE3/73

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TVS (Transient Voltage Suppressors) Diodes, are a type of semiconductor component designed to protect sensitive electronic components, circuits and systems from destructive voltage spikes due to electrostatic discharge (ESD). The SA160CHE3/73 is a unidirectional, Transient Voltage Suppressor (TVS) diode. This device is designed to protect from overvoltage transients caused by ESD events, lightning, inductive loads, and inductive switching.

The SA160CHE3/73 device has a peak pulse power rating of 350 Watts, and an average power dissipation over a steady state condition of 10 Watts. Its clamping voltage is 146 volts, and its voltage standoff is 28 volts. The diode has a slow response time of 18 ns, and a book current of 0.5 A. The junction capacitance for this device is 10 pF, and it has an ESD rating of 30 kV (Human Body Model). In addition, the device has a maximum leakage current of 1A, an operating temperature range of -55°C to +150°C, and a storage temperature range of -65°C to +170°C.

The working principle of the SA160CHE3/73 involves a two-stage process. First, the device\'s reverse junction capacitance charges to the maximum forward voltage found on the supply line. The resulting current is limited by the device\'s low dynamic impedance. This initiates the first stage of protection. The second stage occurs when the device\'s avalanche breakdown voltage is exceeded, thus allowing the device to clamp the overvoltage to a level that is safe for the electronic components and equipment. The resulting leakage current from this stage is limited by the device\'s low dynamic impedance, further protecting the device.

The SA160CHE3/73 is often used in a wide variety of applications, such as power supplies, computers, communications equipment, and industrial electronics. In power supplies, this device is often employed as an ESD protection diode, controlling the voltage spikes generated when surge protection is needed. In computers and communications equipment, this diode can be used to protect sensitive components from voltage transients due to inductive loading or inductive switching. In industrial equipment, this diode can be used to protect from overvoltage transients caused by ESD, lightning, and other sources.

In conclusion, the SA160CHE3/73, is a unidirectional, Transient Voltage Suppressor (TVS) diode designed to protect sensitive components, circuits, and equipment from destructive voltage spikes. The device operates by two stages, initially charging its reverse junction capacitance to the maximum forward voltage found on the supply line, and then initiating avalanche breakdown voltage to clamp the overvoltage to a safe level. This device is often used in a wide variety of applications, such as power supplies, computers, communications equipment, and industrial electronics.

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