ZEN056V230A16LS Circuit Protection

TVS - Mixed Technology

Mixed technology TVS are devices that integrate several different protection elements in order to provide reliable, low cost, and high performance circuit protection. The ZEN056V230A16LS is a perfect example of this type of device, combining overvoltage protection, electrostatic discharge protection, and inrush current limiting into one efficient device.

Application Fields

The ZEN056V230A16LS is perfectly suited for a variety of applications where electrical surges, static discharges, and inrush currents need to be mitigated. It can be found in automotive and off-road vehicle sub-systems, industrial equipment, aircraft and military systems, and in off-the-shelf consumer electronics.

The ZEN056V230A16LS’s large range of operating voltages makes it highly desirable for a number of applications, particularly in the automotive industry, where its low-voltage and high-temperature operation is needed. In military systems, the device can be used to protect thousands of interconnected devices from electromagnetic interference (EMI) and electrostatic discharges (ESD).

The ZEN056V230A16LS is extremely durable; its high-temperature operation and robust design mean that it is able to handle extreme temperatures, up to 150 degrees Celsius, and can withstand up to 8kV of ESD. The device is also highly reliable; it is highly unlikely that it will fail due to improper handling, as it is resistant to tempering and can survive even in the harshest of operating environments.

Working Principle

At the heart of the device is a unique mixed-technology design. This means that the ZEN056V230A16LS is able to utilize several different components to achieve its level of performance. The device incorporates both active and passive components, including a reverse breakdown diode, a gate turn ON diode, a thyristor, and several capacitors.

These components work together to provide both overvoltage and overcurrent protection. The reverse breakdown diode acts as a passive limiter, diverting surge current away from sensitive circuits. The thyristor and gate turn ON diode act as active limits, cutting off power to the circuit when the voltage exceeds a certain threshold. Finally, the capacitors work to store energy, which is then released when needed.

In addition, the ZEN056V230A16LS is also able to provide electrostatic discharge protection by utilizing ESD protection diodes that activate when a static shock is detected. This helps protect sensitive components from inadvertent damage. It is also able to provide inrush current limiting, which helps reduce the initial power draw of the circuit in order to prevent damage to the circuit.

The ZEN056V230A16LS is an ideal choice for those looking for reliable and efficient circuit protection in applications where surges, electrostatic discharges, and inrush currents cannot be tolerated. Its unique mixed-technology design allows it to provide a number of protective functions in one efficient device.