SMAJ14CA-M3/5A

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TVS (Transient Voltage Suppressors) diodes are widely used in a variety of applications and can provide significant protection for electronics against overvoltage and overcurrent events. The SMAJ14CA-M3/5A is one such diode designed specifically for automotive circuit protection, under the stringent electrical requirements associated with the automotive industry. This article will discuss the various applications and working principles of the SMAJ14CA-M3/5A diode.

The SMAJ14CA-M3/5A diode is designed for high-power automotive applications, such as when shocks or surges occur in the power supply. It is capable of rapidly suppressing transient voltages and sustaining high levels of reliability. As such, it can protect sensitive automobile components, such as the engine control computer and other electrical components, from electrical transients and other damaging events.

The SMAJ14CA-M3/5A is capable of withstanding maximum peak non-repetitive peak reverse voltages up to 400 Volts. It also has a maximum peak non-repetitive peak forward spike detector voltage of 30 Volts. This diode offers an extremely low forward and reverse conduction current, making it suitable for short-circuit protection in an automotive circuit. It is also capable of handling high voltage transients, providing long-term high-voltage protection.

The SMAJ14CA-M3/5A works by limiting the voltage across the device, providing protection to the connected circuit. When a transient voltage is applied to the diode, it acts as a valve that allows current to flow in one direction only. The diode then acts as a short-circuit current limiter, rapidly suppressing the transient voltage spike across the device. This prevents damage to sensitive components in the automobile circuit.

The SMAJ14CA-M3/5A diode also features built-in thermal protection, which helps protect against short-term overcurrent events. It also features ESD (electrostatic discharge) protection, which helps protect sensitive devices from static electricity. Finally, it also has an optional reverse leakage current limiter, which helps protect against overvoltage situations.

The SMAJ14CA-M3/5A diode is a great choice for automotive circuit protection, as it can provide fast and reliable protection against overvoltage and overcurrent events. Its built-in protection features, such as thermal protection, ESD protection, and optional reverse leakage current limiter, help protect automobile circuits against damaging transients and overvoltage events. Its high voltage and current capabilities make it suited for high-power automotive applications, and its low conduction current makes it suitable for short-circuit protection in automotive circuits.

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