What makes an SMBJ TVS diode the right choice for surge protection?
An SMBJ TVS diode is a 600 W part in a DO-214AA body with a 5-188 V standoff range. How the rating, the CA bidirectional option and clamping decide fit.
TVS diode protection
Is an SMCJ TVS diode the right surge protector for your design?
An SMCJ TVS is a 1500 W class part in a DO-214AB body. What the power class, 5-495 V standoff range and 200 A surge rating actually allow in a design.
Transient Voltage Suppressor: Protect Electronics From Lightning, ESD, and Switching Surges
A TVS diode clamps lightning, ESD and switching surges before they reach sensitive circuits. Learn how standoff voltage and clamping voltage are sized.