1.5KE20C-E3/54

Product Overview

The 1.5KE20C-E3/54 belongs to the category of TVS (Transient Voltage Suppressor) diodes and is commonly used for surge protection in electronic circuits. These diodes are characterized by their ability to rapidly respond to overvoltage transients, thereby protecting sensitive components from damage. The 1.5KE20C-E3/54 is typically packaged in a DO-201AE (DO-27) package and is available in various packaging quantities.

Basic Information

• Category: TVS Diode
• Use: Surge protection in electronic circuits
• Characteristics: Rapid response to overvoltage transients
• Package: DO-201AE (DO-27)
• Packaging/Quantity: Available in various packaging quantities

Specifications

• Voltage - Reverse Standoff (Typ): 17.1V
• Voltage - Breakdown (Min): 18.9V
• Voltage - Clamping (Max) @ Ipp: 29V
• Current - Peak Pulse (10/1000µs): 22.7A
• Power - Peak Pulse: 1500W
• Type: Zener
• Unidirectional Channels: 1

Detailed Pin Configuration

The 1.5KE20C-E3/54 typically has two pins, with one serving as the anode and the other as the cathode.

Functional Features

• Rapid response to overvoltage transients
• High surge current capability
• Low clamping voltage

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages

• Effective surge protection
• Fast response time
• High power handling capability

Disadvantages

• Unidirectional protection only
• May require additional circuitry for bidirectional protection

Working Principles

When an overvoltage transient occurs, the 1.5KE20C-E3/54 TVS diode conducts and clamps the voltage to a safe level, diverting the excess energy away from the protected circuit.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The 1.5KE20C-E3/54 is commonly used in applications such as: - Power supplies - Communication systems - Industrial equipment - Automotive electronics

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

Some alternative models to the 1.5KE20C-E3/54 include: - 1.5KE15A-E3/54 - 1.5KE30C-E3/54 - 1.5KE18CA-E3/54

This completes the entry for the 1.5KE20C-E3/54 TVS diode, covering its basic information, specifications, pin configuration, functional features, advantages and disadvantages, working principles, application field plans, and alternative models.