MAPLAD18KP22AE3

Introduction

The MAPLAD18KP22AE3 is a high-power transient voltage suppressor (TVS) diode designed to protect electronic circuits from overvoltage events. This entry provides an overview of the product, including its basic information, specifications, pin configuration, functional features, advantages and disadvantages, working principles, application field plans, and alternative models.

Basic Information Overview

• Category: Transient Voltage Suppressor Diode
• Use: Protection against overvoltage events in electronic circuits
• Characteristics: High power handling capability, fast response time, low clamping voltage
• Package: Axial leaded package
• Essence: Safeguarding sensitive electronic components from voltage transients
• Packaging/Quantity: Available in reels or bulk packaging, quantity varies based on supplier

Specifications

• Voltage Rating: 18kV
• Power Dissipation: 22A
• Breakdown Voltage: 22.2V
• Operating Temperature Range: -55°C to 175°C
• Peak Pulse Current: 100A
• Reverse Standoff Voltage: 15.3V
• RoHS Compliant: Yes

Detailed Pin Configuration

The MAPLAD18KP22AE3 TVS diode has an axial leaded package with two leads. The pin configuration is as follows: - Pin 1: Anode - Pin 2: Cathode

Functional Features

• Fast response time to transient voltage events
• Low clamping voltage to protect downstream components
• High surge current capability for robust protection

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages

• High power handling capability
• RoHS compliant
• Reliable protection against overvoltage events

Disadvantages

• Relatively large physical size compared to surface mount TVS diodes
• Higher cost compared to lower power TVS diodes

Working Principles

The MAPLAD18KP22AE3 operates by diverting excessive transient currents away from sensitive electronic components when an overvoltage event occurs. It rapidly clamps the voltage to a safe level, protecting the circuit from damage.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The MAPLAD18KP22AE3 is commonly used in the following applications: - Power distribution systems - Industrial equipment - Telecommunication infrastructure - Medical devices - Automotive electronics

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

• Alternative Model 1: MAPLAD15KP30AE3

  • Voltage Rating: 15kV
  • Power Dissipation: 30A
  • Breakdown Voltage: 33.3V

• Alternative Model 2: MAPLAD24KP17AE3

  • Voltage Rating: 24kV
  • Power Dissipation: 17A
  • Breakdown Voltage: 18.9V

• Alternative Model 3: MAPLAD12KP40AE3

  • Voltage Rating: 12kV
  • Power Dissipation: 40A
  • Breakdown Voltage: 44.4V

This completes the detailed entry for the MAPLAD18KP22AE3 TVS diode, providing comprehensive information about its category, use, characteristics, specifications, pin configuration, functional features, advantages and disadvantages, working principles, application field plans, and alternative models.