The SMA6L series is a line of Transient Voltage Suppression (TVS) diodes manufactured by YAGEO. These devices are designed to protect sensitive electronic equipment from transient voltage spikes, such as those caused by lightning strikes, power surges, or electrostatic discharge (ESD). The SMA6L series is well-suited for use in automotive, industrial, and telecommunications applications where reliable overvoltage protection is essential.
Key Features:
Electrical Characteristics:
Key Features:
- Package Type: SMA (DO-214AC)
- Power Dissipation: 600W (10/1000μs waveform)
- Breakdown Voltage (V_BR): Available in a range of voltages from 6.8V to 200V
- Stand-off Voltage (V_R): 5.8V to 171V, depending on the specific part number
- Clamping Voltage (V_C): Varies between 10.5V and 274V depending on the chosen part, typically measured at peak pulse current (I_PP)
- Peak Pulse Current (I_PP): Up to 43.5A for an 8/20μs waveform
- Response Time: < 1ns, providing near-instantaneous protection against transients
- Polarity: Unidirectional
Electrical Characteristics:
- Leakage Current (I_R): Typically less than 5µA at the stand-off voltage, ensuring low power consumption in standby mode.
- Capacitance: Typically ranging from 150pF to 500pF, depending on the voltage rating, which influences the TVS diode's ability to filter noise.
- Mechanical Characteristics:
- Case Material: Molded plastic in SMA package with a UL 94V-0 flammability rating, ensuring durability and safety.
- Operating Temperature Range: -55°C to +150°C, making it suitable for a wide range of environmental conditions.
- Mounting Style: Surface Mount Device (SMD), compatible with automated pick-and-place equipment.
- Lead Finish: Tin-plated, ensuring excellent solderability and long-term reliability.
Applications:
Compliance and Standards:
AEC-Q101 Qualified: Suitable for automotive applications, meeting stringent reliability standards.
RoHS Compliance: Free of hazardous substances, aligning with environmental regulations.
The YAGEO SMA6L series offers a reliable and efficient solution for protecting electronic circuits from potentially damaging transient voltage events, ensuring the longevity and stability of sensitive components across various applications.
- The SMA6L series is ideal for protecting circuits in:
- Automotive Systems: Safeguarding electronic control units (ECUs), sensors, and communication lines.
- Telecommunications: Protecting line cards, modems, and base stations from lightning-induced transients.
- Industrial Equipment: Providing robust protection for control systems, power supplies, and monitoring equipment.
Compliance and Standards:
AEC-Q101 Qualified: Suitable for automotive applications, meeting stringent reliability standards.
RoHS Compliance: Free of hazardous substances, aligning with environmental regulations.
The YAGEO SMA6L series offers a reliable and efficient solution for protecting electronic circuits from potentially damaging transient voltage events, ensuring the longevity and stability of sensitive components across various applications.
