SMF6V0A-HM3-08 Circuit Protection

TVS - Diodes

The SMF6V0A-HM3-08 is a unidirectional TVS (Transient Voltage Suppressor) diode that is designed to protect sensitive electronic equipment from voltage transients induced by lightning and other disturbances. It is capable of providing electrostatic discharge, electrothermal discharge, and surge current protection in a single package.

Application Field

The SMF6V0A-HM3-08 unidirectional TVS diode is fabricated with Zener die technology and is designed to meet both the IEC 61000-4-2 international standard and the UNI EN 60950-1 power line standard for many automotive applications. It can be used in power supplies, LED driver circuits, LAN/Ethernet cable protection, coaxial cables, surge protection devices, and motor control applications.

Working Principle

The SMF6V0A-HM3-08 is designed to break down easily, clamping voltage transients that exceed its rated working voltage. This way it protects sensitive electronic components from damage due to high voltage. The diode is designed to operate with very fast response time, suppressing voltage transients on the input line before it can reach the protected circuit. Also, this device features a high reliability by having ultra low maximum leakage current. This device has a total capacitance of 4.7pF and a leakage current of 0.1mA at rated working voltage.

In conclusion, the SMF6V0A-HM3-08 unidirectional TVS diode is a reliable device that offers a high level of electrostatic discharge and surge current protection in applications requiring a high reliability. It is designed with robustness in mind, featuring a very fast response time to protect sensitive electronic components. With a low maximum leakage current and a capacitance of 4.7pF, it is suitable for use in automotive, power supply, LED driver circuits, and other applications.