SM6T36CA-M3/52

Series:	SM6T, TransZorb®
Packaging:	Tape & Reel (TR)
Lead Free Status / RoHS Status:	--
Part Status:	Active
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL):	--
Type:	Zener
Bidirectional Channels:	1
Voltage - Reverse Standoff (Typ):	30.8V
Voltage - Breakdown (Min):	34.2V
Voltage - Clamping (Max) @ Ipp:	49.9V
Current - Peak Pulse (10/1000µs):	12A
Power - Peak Pulse:	600W
Power Line Protection:	No
Applications:	General Purpose
Capacitance @ Frequency:	--
Operating Temperature:	-65°C ~ 150°C (TJ)
Mounting Type:	Surface Mount
Package / Case:	DO-214AA, SMB
Supplier Device Package:	DO-214AA (SMBJ)

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SM6T36CA-M3/52 TVS - Diodes Application Field and Working Principle

TVS - Diodes, commonly known as Transient Voltage Suppressors (TVS), are a type of semiconductor component designed to protect sensitive electronic devices from voltage spikes or surges. They are used in a wide range of industries, from automotive to aerospace, to prevent permanent damage to sensitive components. The SM6T36CA-M3/52 is a type of TVS that is used to protect high-voltage circuit boards and systems against lightning, reverse polarity, line transients, and other transient events.

Applications

The SM6T36CA-M3/52 is used in a variety of applications, including but not limited to automotive, industrial, and medical. In automotive applications, the TVS is typically used to protect the power system of a vehicle from power surges caused by lightning, shorts in the wires, or power fluctuations. It is also used in industrial settings to protect the power supply systems of robotic machinery and automated process control systems. In the medical industry, the SM6T36CA-M3/52 is used to protect electronic circuits in medical instruments and devices from voltage spikes.

Working Principle

The SM6T36CA-M3/52 is a unidirectional TVS, meaning it can only conduct current in one direction. When a voltage spike or surge occurs, the diode conducts current very rapidly and dissipates the energy as heat to protect the circuit. The diode is designed to absorb large amounts of energy and then return to its normal state after the transient event. It is designed to protect against voltage surges up to 600 Volts.The diode works by using a Zener barrier and a metal oxide varistor. The Zener barrier, also known as a Zener diode, is a type of diode that can operate in either forward or reverse bias. It works by providing a voltage above which it begins to conduct current. When a transient voltage spike occurs, the Zener diode rapidly capacitance charges and begins to conduct, dissipating the energy as heat. The metal oxide varistor helps to protect the circuit against voltage spikes over a wide range of voltages. When a voltage spike exceeds the breakdown voltage of the metal oxide varistor, it rapidly conducts current and dissipates the energy as heat, protecting the circuit.

Conclusion

The SM6T36CA-M3/52 is an important component for protecting sensitive electronics from voltage spikes and surges. The Zener barrier and metal oxide varistor work together to provide comprehensive protection against transient events. The diode is used in a wide range of industries, including automotive, industrial, and medical, to protect circuits from power fluctuations and other transient events.

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