The 3KASMC36A is a Transient Voltage Suppressor (TVS) diode from Vishay. It is designed to protect sensitive electronic equipment from voltage transients induced by lightning, inductive load switching, and electrostatic discharge (ESD). This TVS diode offers high surge capability and fast response time, making it suitable for protecting a wide range of applications.
Applications
- Power supplies
- Communication equipment
- Industrial control systems
- Automotive electronics
- Consumer electronics
Features
- Unidirectional TVS diode
- Stand-off voltage: 36V
- Peak pulse power: 3000W (10/1000 μs waveform)
- Low clamping voltage
- Fast response time
- AEC-Q101 qualified
- SMA package
Benefits
- Provides robust protection against voltage transients.
- Minimizes the risk of damage to sensitive electronic components.
- Offers high surge capability for reliable protection.
- Ensures fast response to transient events.
- Meets automotive industry standards for reliability.
- Simplifies board layout with its small SMA package.
The 3KASMC36A TVS diode is designed to clamp transient voltages to a safe level, preventing them from reaching and damaging protected components. Its fast response time ensures that the diode can quickly react to transient events, providing effective protection. The device is commonly used in applications where voltage transients are a concern, such as in power supplies, communication equipment, and automotive electronics. The SMA package provides a compact and easy-to-use solution for transient voltage protection.
