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Diodes Incorporated 3.0SMCJ160CA-13
- Part No.:
- 3.0SMCJ160CA-13
- Manufacturer:
- Diodes Incorporated
- Category:
- TVS Diodes
- Package:
- DO-214AB, SMC
- Datasheet:
-
3.0SMCJ160CA-13.pdf
- Description:
- TRANSIENT VOLTAGE SUPPRESSOR SMC
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Product details
Overview
3.0SMCJ160CA-13 from Diodes Incorporated is a bi-directional transient voltage suppressor (TVS) diode designed for high-energy surge protection in DC power lines and signal interfaces. It features a 160V reverse standoff voltage (VRWM), 259V maximum clamping voltage (VC) at 11.6A peak pulse current (IPP), and 3000W peak pulse power dissipation per 10×1000μs waveform - deployed in industrial motor drives to protect IGBT gate drivers from inductive switching transients.
For engineers reviewing the 3.0SMCJ160CA-13 datasheet, 3.0SMCJ160CA-13 pinout, 3.0SMCJ160CA-13 application, or 3.0SMCJ160CA-13 equivalent, key selection criteria include clamping voltage margin vs. protected IC VDS, thermal derating above +25°C ambient, bi-directional symmetry for AC-coupled lines, and SMC package solderability on 8mm² copper land.
Technical Context
This TVS operates as a voltage-clamped shunt protector: under normal bias (≤160V), leakage stays ≤5μA; during ESD or lightning-induced surges, it avalanches at 178–196.7V (VBR) to clamp line voltage to ≤259V within nanoseconds. Its glass-passivated junction ensures stable breakdown and low capacitance (<50pF typical).
Rated for -55°C to +150°C junction operation and compliant with IEC-61000-4-2 (30kV air/30kV contact), it delivers robust ESD immunity without requiring series impedance tuning - unlike varistors or polymer-based suppressors - and maintains performance across automotive-grade thermal cycling.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Peak Pulse Power | 3000W - sustains 10×1000μs surge without degradation; enables single-device protection for 48V industrial bus transients. |
| Reverse Standoff Voltage | 160V - maximum continuous DC or RMS AC voltage before significant leakage; sets upper limit for protected circuit operating voltage. |
| Clamping Voltage | 259V @ 11.6A - peak voltage seen by downstream circuit during worst-case surge; must be below protected device absolute max rating. |
| Breakdown Voltage | 178–196.7V @ 1mA - tight VBR tolerance ensures predictable turn-on; critical for coordinated protection staging. |
| ESD Rating | 30kV air / 30kV contact per IEC-61000-4-2 - eliminates need for secondary ESD components on exposed ports. |
| Operating Temperature | -55°C to +150°C - supports under-hood automotive, outdoor telecom, and high-temp industrial deployments without derating. |
Pinout & Package
Package: SMC (DO-214AB), surface-mount, molded plastic body with UL 94V-0 flammability rating; terminals are matte tin-plated for solderability per MIL-STD-202, Method 208. Bi-directional configuration has no polarity marking.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Anode / Cathode (symmetrical) | Bi-directional surge path | Identical avalanche behavior in both directions; connects across line-to-line or line-to-ground without orientation concern. |
| Case / Body | Thermal conduction path | Transfers heat to PCB copper; requires ≥8.00mm² 0.013mm-thick copper pad per JEDEC mounting spec for full 3000W rating. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| 3000W peak pulse power | Enables single-device protection against IEC-61000-4-5 Level 4 (4kV/2Ω) surges on 48V systems without parallel devices. |
| Glass-passivated die | Ensures stable VBR over 1000+ surge events and eliminates parameter drift due to moisture or contamination. |
| Bi-directional symmetry | Supports AC signal lines (e.g., RS-485, CAN FD) and floating DC buses where polarity reversal may occur during fault conditions. |
| RoHS 3 & "Green" compliant | Contains <900ppm Br, <900ppm Cl, <1000ppm Sb - meets strict environmental mandates for global industrial and automotive OEMs. |
Applications
| Industrial Motor Drives | Telecom Power Feeds |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Protection of gate driver ICs and isolated DC-DC converters in servo amplifier power stages subjected to IGBT switching noise and load dump transients. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Shunt clamping device placed directly at gate driver supply input, responding within <1ns to limit voltage overshoot during dV/dt events. Use Value: Prevents gate oxide rupture in 650V SiC MOSFET drivers by clamping spikes to ≤259V - maintaining >100V safety margin below driver absolute max rating. |
Use Scenario: Surge suppression on -48V DC power feeds entering central office equipment from outside plant cabling. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary line-side protector upstream of DC-DC modules, absorbing longitudinal surges induced by lightning coupling into twisted-pair distribution. Use Value: Withstands repeated 10×1000μs 10A surges without parameter shift, eliminating field failures in legacy telecom infrastructure. |
| Automotive Body Control Modules | Renewable Energy Inverters |
Use Scenario: Input protection for LIN bus transceivers and power window motor controllers exposed to battery load dump and ISO 7637-2 pulses. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Bi-directional clamp across VBAT and ground, activated during 12V system transients exceeding 160V. Use Value: Meets AEC-Q101 stress requirements when paired with Q-suffix variants; clamps 120V load dump to <259V within 200ps. |
Use Scenario: DC-link surge protection in solar string inverters where PV array wiring introduces high-voltage transients during rapid cloud cover changes. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Parallel-connected TVS on 600–1000V DC bus, triggered by fast-rising grid-switching transients. Use Value: Maintains clamping performance after 1000+ 3000W surges - verified per JEDEC JESD22-A108 - ensuring 25-year field reliability. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar transient voltage suppression applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| SMBJ160CA | Same VRWM and VC, but 600W rating (SMB package); 50% smaller footprint, lower thermal mass. | Limited to lower-energy surges (IEC-61000-4-5 Level 2); unsuitable for 48V industrial bus protection requiring 3000W. | Select only if space-constrained and surge energy is confirmed ≤600W. |
| 1.5SMC160CA | Same VRWM and VC, but 1500W rating (SMC package); identical footprint but half peak power capability. | Requires parallel placement for 3000W duty; increases BOM count and layout complexity. | Choose only when cost sensitivity outweighs board space and design simplicity. |
Compared with SMBJ160CA and 1.5SMC160CA, the 3.0SMCJ160CA-13 delivers full 3000W single-device protection in the industry-standard SMC outline - eliminating derating concerns, parallel device matching, and thermal interface complications in high-reliability power systems.
Availability
3.0SMCJ160CA-13 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial motor drives, telecom power feeds, automotive body control modules, and renewable energy inverters requiring stable component supply across multi-year production cycles.
Supply support for 3.0SMCJ160CA-13 includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.
Manufacturer
Diodes Incorporated is a global semiconductor company specializing in discrete, analog, and mixed-signal solutions, with manufacturing certified to IATF 16949 and quality systems aligned with AEC-Q standards.
This part belongs to the 3.0SMCJ series of high-power TVS diodes engineered specifically for industrial and automotive DC power line protection - prioritizing clamping accuracy, thermal robustness, and long-term surge endurance over low-capacitance signal-line optimization.
FAQ
What is the maximum clamping voltage for 3.0SMCJ160CA-13 under a 10×1000μs surge?
The maximum clamping voltage is 259V at 11.6A peak pulse current, measured per the 10×1000μs waveform defined in IEC-61000-4-5. This value is guaranteed across -55°C to +150°C junction temperature and represents the worst-case voltage imposed on protected circuitry during standardized surge testing.
Is 3.0SMCJ160CA-13 suitable for bidirectional AC signal lines like RS-485?
Yes - its bi-directional construction provides symmetrical avalanche characteristics in both polarities, making it appropriate for AC-coupled differential buses. It delivers <50pF junction capacitance and sub-200ps response time, preserving signal integrity up to 25Mbps while suppressing ESD and fast transients.
How does thermal derating affect its 3000W rating above +25°C ambient?
Per Figure 1 in DS30818, the device retains 100% of its 3000W rating up to +25°C, then linearly derates to ~50% at +125°C ambient. Full derating curves assume mounting on 8.00mm² copper land; inadequate copper area accelerates thermal rolloff and reduces effective surge handling.
Does this part meet automotive qualification requirements?
The standard 3.0SMCJ160CA-13 is not AEC-Q200 qualified; however, Diodes offers automotive-grade equivalents with Q-suffix (e.g., 3.0SMCJ160CAQ-13) that undergo extended temperature cycling, humidity testing, and PPAP documentation - available through Aetrix for automotive BOMs requiring change-controlled sourcing.
3.0SMCJ160CA-13 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Diodes Incorporated
- Package/Case:
- DO-214AB, SMC
- Series:
- 3.0SMCJ
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Active
- Type:
- Zener
- Unidirectional Channels:
- -
- Bidirectional Channels:
- 1
- Voltage - Reverse Standoff (Typ):
- 160V
- Voltage - Breakdown (Min):
- 178V
- Voltage - Clamping (Max) @ Ipp:
- 259V
- Current - Peak Pulse (10/1000µs):
- 11.6A
- Power - Peak Pulse:
- 3000W (3kW)
- Power Line Protection:
- No
- Applications:
- General Purpose
- Capacitance @ Frequency:
- -
- Operating Temperature:
- -55°C ~ 150°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- SMC
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7.What is the process for return or replacement of 3.0SMCJ160CA-13?
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1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.
2.The issue is reported within 90 days of delivery.
3.The 3.0SMCJ160CA-13 part is unused and in its original packaging.
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1.Submit a request within 90 days.
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