The 1.5SMCJ180AT/R13 is a Transient Voltage Suppressor (TVS) diode manufactured by Panjit. It is designed to protect sensitive electronic components from voltage transients induced by lightning, inductive load switching, and electrostatic discharge (ESD). The TVS diode is part of the SMCJ series and comes in a DO-214AB (SMC) package. It has a standoff voltage of 180V and a peak pulse power dissipation of 1500W.

Applications

• Protection of I/O Interfaces
• Overvoltage Protection in Power Supplies
• Protection against EFT (Electrical Fast Transients)
• Protection against ESD (Electrostatic Discharge)
• Protection in data lines
• Automotive electronics protection
• Telecom Equipment Protection

Features

• Peak Pulse Power: 1500W (10/1000μs waveform)
• Stand-off Voltage: 180V
• Breakdown Voltage: 200V
• Clamping Voltage: 292V
• Low Clamping Factor
• Fast Response Time: Typically less than 1.0ps from 0V to BV min
• Excellent Clamping Capability
• Glass passivated chip junction
• Operating Temperature Range: -55°C to +150°C
• RoHS Compliant

Benefits

• Effective overvoltage protection for sensitive components.
• High surge current capability ensures reliability under transient conditions.
• Fast response time provides quick protection against voltage spikes.
• Low clamping voltage limits the voltage exposure of protected circuits.
• Small SMC package enables high-density board designs.
• RoHS compliance ensures environmental friendliness.

Additional Details

The 1.5SMCJ180AT/R13 TVS diode is designed to quickly clamp voltage transients to a safe level, preventing damage to downstream components. When a transient voltage exceeds the diode’s breakdown voltage, the diode rapidly conducts, diverting the excess current away from the protected circuit. The diode is bidirectional, providing protection against both positive and negative transients. The SMC package offers good power dissipation capabilities in a compact size, making it suitable for various applications. The R13 suffix likely indicates specific packaging details (e.g., tape and reel specifications). The device meets industry standards for surge protection, ensuring reliable performance in harsh environments.