SM6T36CA

The SM6T36CA is a unidirectional Transil™ transient voltage suppression (TVS) diode designed to protect sensitive electronic equipment from voltage transients induced by inductive load switching and lightning. Encapsulated in a DO-214AB (SMC) package, it is intended for surface mount applications, making it suitable for high-density circuit boards. The SM6T36CA has a standoff voltage of 36V and a breakdown voltage range typically between 40V to 45V. It can handle a peak pulse power of 600W for an 8/20µs waveform, offering robust protection against high-energy transients. This component exhibits low clamping voltage and fast response time, ensuring efficient protection of circuits. Its bidirectional capability means it can protect against both positive and negative voltage spikes. With a low leakage current and high surge capability, the SM6T36CA is ideal for use in applications such as industrial equipment, consumer electronics, and automotive circuits. Its reliability and efficiency make it a suitable choice for safeguarding electronic systems against electrical disturbances.

The SM6T36CA is a bidirectional transient voltage suppressor (TVS) diode. Equivalent products include: 1. Littelfuse SMBJ36CA 2. Vishay SMBJ36CA 3. ON Semiconductor SMBJ36CA and 4. Bourns CD214A-B36CA. Always verify electrical specifications and package details to ensure compatibility.

The SM6T36CA is a Transil™ diode designed for the protection of sensitive electronics against voltage transients induced by electrostatic discharge (ESD), electrical fast transients (EFT), and other transient voltage events. Key features include:
1. Bidirectional Protection: Offers bi-directional clamping, making it suitable for both positive and negative transient voltage protection.
2. Peak Pulse Power: Capable of handling peak pulse power up to 600 watts (10/1000 µs waveform).
3. Stand-off Voltage: Features a stand-off voltage of 36 volts.
4. Low Leakage Current: Ensures low leakage current, typically less than 1 µA, minimizing power consumption when not in use.
5. Fast Response Time: Provides fast response to transient events, protecting sensitive components quickly.
6. Surface Mount Package: Available in a DO-214AB (SMC) surface-mount package, supporting compact and automated PCB assembly.
7. Operating Temperature Range: Functions reliably over a wide operating temperature range from -55°C to +150°C.
8. Compliant with Standards: Meets or exceeds standards for transient voltage suppression, ensuring robust performance in diverse applications.
These features make the SM6T36CA suitable for protecting electronic circuits in telecommunications, computers, industrial, consumer electronics, and automotive applications.

The SM6T36CA is a bidirectional Transil™ transient voltage suppressor (TVS) diode designed to protect sensitive electronic equipment from voltage spikes induced by lightning and other transient voltage events. This component is commonly used in applications such as power supplies and telecommunications.
The SM6T36CA comes in a DO-214AB (SMC) package, which is a surface-mount package. It has two pins:
1. Anode (A)
2. Cathode (K)
In a bidirectional version like the SM6T36CA, both pins can handle surges in either direction, meaning it provides symmetrical clamping voltage and is used for circuits that require protection against both positive and negative transients.
The key specifications include:
- Breakdown voltage: 36V
- Maximum clamping voltage: approximately 60V
- Peak pulse power dissipation: 600W (10/1000µs waveform)
This makes the SM6T36CA suitable for protecting circuits from high-voltage transients while maintaining normal operation voltage levels.

The SM6T36CA is manufactured by STMicroelectronics, a multinational electronics and semiconductor manufacturer. STMicroelectronics is known for designing and manufacturing a wide range of semiconductor products, including microcontrollers, sensors, power devices, and analog components. The company serves various markets, such as automotive, industrial, personal electronics, and communications equipment. It is one of the largest semiconductor companies in the world, with a strong emphasis on innovation and technology development.

The SM6T36CA is a Transient Voltage Suppressor (TVS) diode designed to protect electronic circuits from voltage spikes and surges. It is commonly used in areas such as telecommunications, consumer electronics, industrial equipment, and automotive applications. Specifically, it helps safeguard sensitive components in devices like power supplies, data lines, and microcontrollers. Its unidirectional and bidirectional protection capabilities make it suitable for protecting against lightning-induced transients, electrostatic discharge (ESD), and other transient voltage events. The SM6T36CA is particularly valuable in environments exposed to high-voltage transients or where robust overvoltage protection is necessary to ensure device reliability and longevity.

The SM6T36CA is typically available in a DO-214AA package, also known as the SMA package. This package is designed for surface-mount technology, offering compact size and efficient thermal performance, commonly used for transient voltage suppressor (TVS) diodes.