1.5KE20CA

Overview of 1.5KE20CA

The 1.5KE20CA is a TVS Diode optimized for high-speed and low-voltage operations, providing excellent performance for analog and digital signal switching applications.

Pinout

The 1.5KE20CA pinout refers to the configuration and function of each pin in its DO-201 Package. This package typically includes a diagram showing the layout of the pins when viewed from the top down with pins named sequentially. Each pin on the 1.5KE20CA has a specific role such as power supply input, ground connection, or signal interface.

Features

• 1500W peak pulse capability at 10/1000μs waveform, repetition rate (duty cycles):0.01%: This feature ensures the diode can handle high-energy pulses and repetitive signals without compromising its performance.
• Glass passivated chip junction in DO-201 Package: The glass passivation process provides a reliable and consistent electrical characteristic, making it suitable for various applications.
• Fast response time: typically less than 1.0ps from 0 Volts to BV min: This feature enables the diode to respond quickly to changing signals, ensuring accurate signal switching and protection.
• Excellent clamping capability: The 1.5KE20CA provides excellent voltage clamping capabilities, effectively limiting voltage spikes and surges in your circuit.
• Typical failure mode is short from over-specified voltage or current: This feature highlights the importance of proper design and operation to avoid overheating or overvoltage conditions that can cause device failure.
• Whisker test is conducted based on JEDEC JESD201A per its table 4a and 4c: The whisker test ensures the diode's terminals are free from whiskers, which can compromise the device's performance or even cause electrical shorts.
• IEC-61000-4-2 ESD 30kV(Air), 30kV (Contact): This feature demonstrates the diode's ability to withstand electrostatic discharge (ESD) and electromagnetic interference (EMI) in various applications.

Applications

• Telecommunications equipment: The 1.5KE20CA is suitable for telecommunications equipment, such as routers, switches, and servers, where high-speed signal switching and protection are crucial.
• Data storage devices: This diode can be used in data storage devices like hard drives, solid-state drives (SSDs), and flash memory cards to protect against voltage spikes and surges.
• Automotive electronics: The 1.5KE20CA is suitable for automotive applications, such as anti-lock braking systems (ABS), traction control systems (TCS), and electronic stability programs (ESP).
• Aerospace and defense: This diode can be used in aerospace and defense applications where high-reliability and high-performance are essential.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages

• High-speed signal switching: The 1.5KE20CA enables fast and reliable signal switching, making it suitable for high-speed applications.
• Excellent voltage clamping capability: This diode provides excellent voltage clamping capabilities, effectively limiting voltage spikes and surges in your circuit.
• High-reliability and high-performance: The 1.5KE20CA is designed to provide high-reliability and high-performance in various applications.

Disadvantages

• Sensitivity to over-specified voltage or current: Improper design or operation can cause the diode to fail due to overheating or overvoltage conditions.
• Potential for whisker growth: Although the whisker test is conducted, there is still a possibility of whisker growth compromising the device's performance or causing electrical shorts.

Equivalents

For similar functionalities, consider these alternatives to the 1.5KE20CA:

• 1.5KE18CA: This diode offers similar features and performance but with a slightly different voltage rating.
• 1.5KE22CA: This diode provides higher voltage clamping capability and is suitable for applications requiring even higher voltage ratings.
• 1.5KE16CA: This diode offers lower voltage clamping capability but is suitable for applications where a lower voltage rating is sufficient.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the maximum repetitive peak pulse current for the 1.5KE20CA?
A: The maximum repetitive peak pulse current is 100A.

Q: Can the 1.5KE20CA handle high-energy pulses?
A: Yes, the diode can handle high-energy pulses up to 1500W at a repetition rate of 0.01%.

Q: Is the 1.5KE20CA suitable for automotive applications?
A: Yes, the diode is suitable for automotive applications where high-reliability and high-performance are essential.

Q: Can I use the 1.5KE20CA in aerospace and defense applications?
A: Yes, the diode can be used in aerospace and defense applications where high-reliability and high-performance are required.