VTVS15ASMF-M3-18 Circuit Protection

TVS (transient voltage suppression) diodes are an integral part of any modern electrical system. They are designed to provide protection from transient voltages for electronic components and are often used to protect power supplies, communication equipment, and delicate electronics from damage caused by sudden power changes or spikes. The VTVS15ASMF-M3-18 is a three-terminal, 16 V, 1500 W uni-directional TVS diode designed specifically to provide electrical protection.

The VTVS15ASMF-M3-18 is designed to protect against both high voltage and low voltage transients. It has a breakdown voltage of 16 V and a reverse current of 150 µA. Its maximum peak pulse power is 1500 W (10/1000 µs waveform) with a capacitance of 6.8 pF. The VTVS15ASMF-M3-18 is also capable of handling high frequencies up to 1.2 GHz and has very low insertion loss (0.3 dB max).

The VTVS15ASMF-M3-18 application field covers ESD (electrical static discharge) protection of automotive electronics, LEDs applications, power management, and communication systems. It is also applicable to industrial applications such as solid-state relays, solar inverters, automobile electronics, LTE/WCDMA/GPS sources, and Wi-Fi transceivers.

The working principle of the VTVS15ASMF-M3-18 is similar to other TVS diodes. When an overvoltage transient occurs, the diode will absorb the energy of the pulse, reduce the amplitude of the voltage and limit the peak current flowing through the circuit. As the voltage across the device increases, the diode begins to conduct, absorbing the electrical energy and limiting the peak voltage. The diode will continue to conduct until the voltage drops back to the normal operating voltage.

The VTVS15ASMF-M3-18 is a reliable, high-performance, and cost-effective TVS diode that can provide reliable protection from transient voltage spikes. Its wide application potential combined with its low insertion loss makes it an ideal choice for any electrical system requiring ESD protection.