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SMBJ5.0A

SMBJ5.0A

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Common unidirectional SMBJ-series TVS diode with 5.0 V standoff available from multiple manufacturers.
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Overview

The SMBJ5.0A is a unidirectional Transient Voltage Suppressor (TVS) diode designed to protect sensitive electronics from voltage transients and ESD events. It features a 5.0 V reverse standoff voltage and is housed in a low-profile DO-214AA (SMB) package for surface-mount applications. With a fast response time of less than 1.0 picosecond, it effectively clamps surges from IEC-61000-4-2 ESD up to 30kV.

Why Choose This Part

This diode offers excellent clamping capability with built-in strain relief and a fast response time of under 1.0ps from 0V to its minimum breakdown voltage. It is UL recognized and meets MSL level 1 requirements, ensuring high reliability during reflow soldering at temperatures up to 260 degrees Celsius.

Applications

5V DC Power Line Protection
Clamping overvoltage spikes on regulated 5V power rails in consumer and industrial electronics.
I/O Interface Shielding
Protecting low-speed data lines and GPIO pins from electrostatic discharge and inductive switching transients.
Microprocessor Voltage Rail Protection
Providing a secondary layer of protection for sensitive logic circuits against power supply surges.

Key Specifications

Type Zener
Applications General Purpose
Mounting Type Surface Mount
Package / Case DO-214AA, SMB
Power - Peak Pulse 600W
Operating Temperature -65degC ~ 150degC (TJ)
Power Line Protection No
Supplier Device Package DO-214AA (SMBJ)
Unidirectional Channels 1
Voltage - Breakdown (Min) 6.4V
Voltage - Clamping (Max) @ Ipp 9.2V
Current - Peak Pulse (10/1000us) 65.3A
Voltage - Reverse Standoff (Typ) 5V

SMBJ5.0A Family

Also available as: SMBJ5.0A-TR

Also Consider

SMBJ5.0CA Bourns - Select this bidirectional version if your signal line can swing both positive and negative relative to ground.
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