VTVS8V5ASMF-HM3-18 Circuit Protection

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TVS (Transient Voltage Suppressor) diodes are electronic components designed and constructed to protect sensitive electronic devices from a variety of potentially damaging transients such as electrostatic discharge (ESD), electrical fast transients (EFTs), interference, power supply transients, as well as sudden surges and spikes. TVS diodes are a type of diode known as a voltage-protected diode that typically limits transient voltages to no more than a few volts over the operating voltage of the device.

The VTVS8V5SMC-HM3-18 is a type of TVS diode specifically designed to protect against ESD, EFT, EFI, and power supply transients. It features an 8V rating and a 5A peak current to protect connected components from transients up to 20kV. The VTVS8V5SMC-HM3-18 is also designed with a low capacitance of ~2pF for maximum signal integrity.

TVS diodes provide transient voltage protection by absorbing transient energy and clamping the voltage at a safe level. The VTVS8V5SMC-HM3-18 is specifically designed to provide this protection in applications where transient voltages up to 20kV could otherwise cause irreparable damage to connected components. These diodes are employed in various consumer electronic devices such as cameras, mobile phones, and automotive systems that may be subject to transients, ESD, or EFTs.

The VTVS8V5SMC-HM3-18 works by utilizing a low capacitance Zener diode and two metal oxide varistors (MOVs). The Zener diode acts to protect the internal circuit of the connected device, while the two MOVs absorb the surge voltage and help clamp the voltage at a safe level. These components work together to protect the connected device from overvoltage transients up to 20kV.

In conclusion, the VTVS8V5SMC-HM3-18 is a type of TVS diode specifically designed to protect sensitive electronic components against overvoltage transients up to 20kV. This type of diode is used in a variety of consumer electronics, automotive, and other applications. The VTVS8V5SMC-HM3-18 utilizes a Zener diode and two MOVs to absorb and clamp transient voltages.

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