SMC5K10A-M3/I

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TVS - Diodes

TVS (Transient Voltage Suppressor) diodes are used to protect against short duration, high energy transients such as electrostatic discharge (ESD) and lightning. The most commonly used type is the zener diode, which is a reverse-biased device that provides a low impedance path to ground when the input exceeds a specified voltage. The SMC5K10A-M3/I is a TVS diode made by SEMTECH. It is designed to protect one line and is suitable for applications with a common-mode voltage up to 10kV.

Application Field

The SMC5K10A-M3/I is a voltage and charge-protected device that is used to protect low-voltage circuits from high-voltage or current transients. It is suitable for communications and computing equipment, telecom, batteries, consumer electronics, automotive, industrial automation, data acquisition, and power supply applications. It can be used in electro-mechanical systems to protect against voltage spikes generated during motor start-up or by transient events such as lightning.

Working Principle

The SMC5K10A-M3/I works by diverting surge current away from protected devices. The device is designed to limit the maximum surge current to a safe level. As the surge current flows through the device, it is converted into heat, which is then dissipated to the environment. This reduces the voltage seen by the protected circuit and prevents potential component damage.

The SMC5K10A-M3/I is a surface-mount device and is designed to offer improved thermal performance when compared to other TVS diodes in a given size. It is also capable of being used in harsher environments with a temperature range of -55 to +150°C. In addition, the SMC5K10A-M3/I has a surge rating of 10kV, making it ideal for high-voltage applications. The SMC5K10A-M3/I also provides excellent ESD protection with an IEC61000-4-2 rating of 15kV.

In summary, the SMC5K10A-M3/I is an ideal device for a wide range of high-voltage applications. It can be used to protect against voltage transients and ESD, and it has a wide operating temperature range. The device is also designed to offer improved thermal performance in a small package.

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