Overview
The SMDAxx series of TVS arrays are designed to provide undirectional protection for sensitive electronics from damage or latch-up due to ESD, lightning, and other voltage-induced transient events.
Packaging
- SO-8
Order Codes
- SMDA12.TBT: Lead-free, RoHS and WEEE compliant, 500 pcs. Tape & Reel
PB Free/ROHS
Learn More →Features
- Working voltage: 12 V
- Transient protection for data lines to
- IEC 61000-4-2 (ESD) ± 15 kV (air), ± 8 kV (contact)
- IEC 61000-4-4 (EFT) 40 A (5/50 ns)
- IEC 61000-4-5 (Lightning) 12 A (8/20 µs)
- Undirectional protection
- Small SO-8 package
- Protects four I/O lines
- Low leakage current
- Low operating and clamping voltages
- Solid-state silicon-avalanche technology
| Documents | Release Date | Type |  |
|---|---|---|---|
| SMDA12 Datasheet | 2019-11-06 | | |
| Sources of Transients: Electrostatic Discharge | 2025-01-24 | | |
Applications
- RS-232 data lines
- Microprocessor-based equipment
- Notebooks, desktops, and servers
- Instrumentation
- LAN/WAN equipment
- Peripherals
- Serial and parallel ports
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