The SMBG13CAHE3/5B is a surface-mount transient voltage suppressor (TVS) diode manufactured by Vishay. This device is designed to protect sensitive electronic equipment from voltage transients induced by lightning, inductive load switching, and electrostatic discharge (ESD).

Applications

• Protection of sensitive electronic equipment
• Overvoltage protection for data lines, power lines, and signal lines
• Automotive applications
• Industrial control systems
• Consumer electronics

Features

• Glass passivated junction
• Excellent clamping capability
• Low incremental surge resistance
• Typical IR less than 1 μA above 10 V
• Fast response time: typically less than 1.0 ps from 0 V to BV min
• Bidirectional TVS
• AEC-Q101 qualified
• RoHS compliant

Benefits

• Provides robust overvoltage protection, safeguarding downstream components.
• Increases the reliability and lifespan of electronic equipment.
• Reduces equipment downtime and maintenance costs associated with transient voltage damage.
• Space-saving SMB package allows for compact designs.
• Meets industry standards for automotive applications.

Additional Details

The SMBG13CAHE3/5B features a standoff voltage of 13 V and a breakdown voltage between 14.4 V and 15.9 V. Its clamping voltage at peak pulse current is 21.5 V. It can handle a peak pulse power of 600 W. The package is SMB (DO-214AA). The operating junction temperature ranges from -65 °C to +150 °C.