The 1.5KE250CARL is a high-quality Transient Voltage Suppressor (TVS) diode from STMicroelectronics, designed to protect sensitive electronic equipment from voltage transients induced by system inductance, lightning, and other transient voltage events. This robust TVS diode is a member of the 1.5KE series, known for its reliability and efficiency in safeguarding circuits.

Key Features

• Peak Pulse Power: The 1.5KE250CARL can handle a peak pulse power of 1500 Watts (1.5KW) at 10/1000μs waveform, ensuring protection against high energy transients.
• Breakdown Voltage: With a standoff voltage of 250V, it is well-suited for a variety of applications that require voltage regulation.
• Clamping Voltage: It offers a clamping voltage that safeguards sensitive components by limiting the voltage spikes.
• Uni-directional: As a uni-directional TVS diode, it is designed to provide protection in one polarity, making it ideal for DC voltage applications.
• Package: The 1.5KE250CARL comes in an axial-lead package, which is intended for through-hole mounting, providing a secure and reliable connection in various types of PCB designs.
• Compliance: This device complies with the ISO 7637-2 pulse 5a and 5b, and it is RoHS and REACH compliant, ensuring environmental safety and global acceptance.

Applications

The 1.5KE250CARL is versatile and can be used in a wide range of applications, including:

• Industrial systems
• Consumer electronics
• Automotive systems
• Telecommunication devices
• Power supply protection
• AC/DC applications

Reliability and Performance

STMicroelectronics is known for its commitment to quality, and the 1.5KE250CARL TVS diode is no exception. It has been rigorously tested to ensure high reliability and performance under extreme conditions. With its fast response time and low incremental surge resistance, the 1.5KE250CARL is an excellent choice for protecting sensitive electronic components from voltage spikes and surges, thereby extending the life of your products and systems.