Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division P4SMA200A-M3/5A
- Part No.:
- P4SMA200A-M3/5A
- Manufacturer:
- Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division
- Category:
- TVS Diodes
- Package:
- DO-214AC, SMA
- Datasheet:
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P4SMA200A-M3/5A.pdf
- Description:
- TVS DIODE 171VWM 274VC DO214AC
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Product details
Overview
P4SMA200A-M3/5A from Vishay General Semiconductor is a unidirectional surface-mount Transient Voltage Suppressor (TVS) diode in SMA (DO-214AC) package, rated for 200 V standoff voltage (VWM), 210 V minimum breakdown voltage (VBR), and 274 V maximum clamping voltage (VC) at 1.1 A peak pulse current (IPPM). It delivers 400 W peak pulse power (10/1000 µs waveform) and is used to protect MOSFETs, ICs, and sensor signal lines from inductive switching transients and lightning surges in industrial and telecom equipment.
For engineers reviewing the P4SMA200A-M3/5A datasheet, P4SMA200A-M3/5A pinout, P4SMA200A-M3/5A application, or P4SMA200A-M3/5A equivalent, this device offers verified unidirectional clamping performance, halogen-free RoHS compliance (M3 suffix), AEC-Q101 qualification readiness, and compatibility with automated SMT placement on standard PCB pad layouts per JEDEC DO-214AC footprint.
Technical Context
This TVS diode operates as a voltage-clamped shunt protector: under normal bias it presents high impedance (<1 µA leakage at 171 V), but triggers into low-impedance conduction when transient voltage exceeds its 210 V breakdown threshold. Its glass-passivated junction ensures stable VBR tolerance (±5%) and fast response time (<1 ns).
Thermal design relies on its RθJA of 120 °C/W and RθJL of 30 °C/W, with derating applied above 25 °C ambient per Fig. 2. The cathode band identifies polarity, and operation is limited to TJ = –65 to +150 °C with 3.3 W steady-state power dissipation capability.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| VWM | 171 V - Maximum continuous reverse operating voltage before significant leakage; defines safe working margin below clamping threshold. |
| VBR (min) | 190 V - Minimum breakdown voltage at 1 mA test current; guarantees reliable triggering no earlier than 190 V. |
| VC @ IPPM | 274 V - Clamped voltage at 1.1 A peak pulse current; determines maximum stress imposed on protected circuitry. |
| PPPM | 400 W - Peak pulse power handling (10/1000 µs waveform); defines surge energy absorption capacity. |
| IPPM | 1.1 A - Peak pulse current corresponding to VC = 274 V; used to size PCB trace width and thermal relief. |
| TJ max | +150 °C - Maximum junction temperature; sets upper limit for thermal management design in enclosed environments. |
| Package | SMA (DO-214AC) - Standard surface-mount outline with 5.0 mm × 5.0 mm copper pad requirement for full 400 W rating. |
Pinout & Package
SMA (DO-214AC) package: molded epoxy case with matte tin-plated leads, MSL Level 1 (260 °C reflow peak), UL 94 V-0 rated compound. Cathode identified by black band.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Anode | Current entry point during forward conduction | Connected to system ground or low-side reference in unidirectional protection configuration. |
| Cathode | Current exit point during reverse-biased clamping | Connected to protected line (e.g., I/O, power rail); band-marked end must align with PCB silkscreen polarity indicator. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| 400 W peak pulse power (10/1000 µs) | Enables robust protection against IEC 61000-4-5 Level 4 surges (4 kV/2 Ω) without derating on standard pads. |
| Glass passivated junction | Ensures ±5% VBR tolerance and long-term stability under thermal cycling and humidity exposure. |
| Halogen-free, RoHS-compliant (M3 suffix) | Meets IPC-1752A material declaration requirements and supports green manufacturing compliance programs. |
| AEC-Q101 qualified variant available | Supports automotive-grade reliability validation (HTOL, TC, UHAST) when ordered as P4SMA200AHM3_B/I. |
| Low incremental surge resistance | Minimizes VC overshoot during fast-rising transients (e.g., ESD, inductive kick), improving protected IC survival rate. |
Applications
| Industrial Motor Drives | Telecom Power Interfaces |
|---|---|
|
Use Scenario: Protection of gate drivers and feedback sensing lines against voltage spikes from relay coil de-energization and PWM motor back-EMF. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Unidirectional shunt clamp placed between MOSFET gate and source, triggered within <1 ns to limit gate voltage to ≤274 V. Use Value: Prevents gate oxide rupture in 600 V Si MOSFETs by clamping transients before they exceed VGS(max) rating. |
Use Scenario: Surge suppression on -48 V DC telecom power input rails exposed to lightning-induced common-mode transients. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Standoff-rated TVS connected anode-to-rail, cathode-to-ground to clamp positive-going surges while blocking steady-state reverse bias. Use Value: Maintains 171 V working margin below 200 V nominal rail, enabling compliance with GR-1089-CORE Level 3 (6 kV ring wave). |
| Automotive Sensor Signal Lines | Consumer Appliance Control Boards |
|
Use Scenario: Shielding LIN bus or analog sensor outputs (e.g., pressure, temperature) from load dump and jump-start induced transients. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Low-capacitance unidirectional TVS installed at connector entry point, referenced to chassis ground. Use Value: Limits clamped voltage to 274 V while adding <1 pF junction capacitance, preserving signal integrity up to 10 MHz. |
Use Scenario: Protecting microcontroller I/O pins and optocoupler inputs from ESD and relay contact bounce in washing machine control modules. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Discrete TVS placed directly at MCU pin, with cathode tied to I/O line and anode to GND plane. Use Value: Absorbs 15 kV HBM ESD events without latch-up, verified per AEC-Q101 stress test conditions when using HM3 variant. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar transient voltage suppression applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| SMBJ200A | Same VWM/VBR/VC, but SMB package (DO-214AA); 600 W PPPM, higher IPPM (1.8 A), larger footprint (4.6 × 3.9 mm vs. 4.5 × 2.7 mm). | Better suited for higher-energy surges where board space allows larger package; not drop-in compatible due to different pad layout. | Select SMBJ200A only if surge energy exceeds 400 W and PCB real estate permits SMB footprint. |
| 1.5SMC200A | Same electrical specs, but SMC (DO-214AB) package; 1500 W PPPM, 10.5 A IPPM, 7.1 × 6.2 mm body, higher thermal mass. | Used in high-reliability industrial power supplies requiring >1000 W surge handling; incompatible with SMA land pattern. | Choose 1.5SMC200A when system-level testing requires >600 W pulse rating and mechanical mounting allows larger case. |
Compared with SMBJ200A and 1.5SMC200A, P4SMA200A-M3/5A provides optimal balance of compact DO-214AC footprint, 400 W surge capability, and halogen-free compliance-making it preferred for space-constrained consumer and telecom designs where exact SMA footprint adherence is required.
Availability
P4SMA200A-M3/5A is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial motor drives, telecom power interfaces, automotive sensor signal lines, and consumer appliance control boards requiring stable component supply with halogen-free and RoHS-compliant sourcing.
Supply support for P4SMA200A-M3/5A 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
Vishay General Semiconductor is a global leader in discrete semiconductors, specializing in diodes, rectifiers, TVS devices, and power MOSFETs with emphasis on reliability, efficiency, and application-specific optimization.
The P4SMA Series is engineered for surface-mount transient suppression in cost-sensitive, high-volume applications across industrial, telecom, and automotive sectors-prioritizing consistent clamping performance, automated assembly compatibility, and environmental compliance.
FAQ
What is the maximum clamping voltage of P4SMA200A-M3/5A at its rated peak pulse current?
The maximum clamping voltage (VC) of P4SMA200A-M3/5A is 274 V at 1.1 A peak pulse current (IPPM) under the standard 10/1000 µs waveform. This value defines the highest voltage that will appear across the protected circuit during a surge event, ensuring downstream components remain within safe operating limits. The P4SMA200A-M3/5A achieves this clamping performance while maintaining low incremental surge resistance and fast sub-nanosecond response.
Is P4SMA200A-M3/5A suitable for automotive applications?
P4SMA200A-M3/5A itself is commercial-grade, but the same die is qualified to AEC-Q101 when ordered as P4SMA200AHM3_B/I (halogen-free, automotive grade). The P4SMA200A-M3/5A shares identical electrical characteristics-including 190–210 V breakdown range, 274 V clamping, and 400 W pulse rating-with its automotive variant, making it suitable for prototyping and non-safety-critical automotive subsystems pending formal qualification validation.
What does the "M3" suffix indicate in P4SMA200A-M3/5A?
The "M3" suffix in P4SMA200A-M3/5A denotes halogen-free, RoHS-compliant construction per IPC-1752A and Vishay's material compliance standards. It confirms the molding compound contains no brominated flame retardants or chlorine-based additives, and the matte tin-plated leads meet JESD 22-B102 whisker resistance Class 2. This distinguishes it from the "E3" (RoHS-compliant but not halogen-free) variant.
How does the thermal resistance of P4SMA200A-M3/5A affect PCB layout?
P4SMA200A-M3/5A has a typical junction-to-ambient thermal resistance (RθJA) of 120 °C/W, which requires minimum 5.0 mm × 5.0 mm copper pads per terminal to sustain full 400 W pulse rating. Reducing pad area increases RθJA, causing higher junction temperatures during repetitive surges and potential parametric shift or failure. Layout must follow Vishay's recommended DO-214AC mounting pad dimensions to ensure thermal reliability.
Can P4SMA200A-M3/5A be used in bidirectional configurations?
No-P4SMA200A-M3/5A is strictly unidirectional, as indicated by the "A" suffix and cathode band marking. Bidirectional variants use the "CA" suffix (e.g., P4SMA200CA). Using P4SMA200A-M3/5A in reverse-biased AC applications risks catastrophic failure due to lack of symmetric breakdown behavior. For bidirectional protection at 200 V, specify P4SMA200CA-M3/5A instead.
P4SMA200A-M3/5A Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division
- Package/Case:
- DO-214AC, SMA
- Series:
- P4SMA, TransZorb®
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Active
- Type:
- Zener
- Unidirectional Channels:
- 1
- Bidirectional Channels:
- -
- Voltage - Reverse Standoff (Typ):
- 171V
- Voltage - Breakdown (Min):
- 190V
- Voltage - Clamping (Max) @ Ipp:
- 274V
- Current - Peak Pulse (10/1000µs):
- 1.1A
- Power - Peak Pulse:
- 300W
- Power Line Protection:
- No
- Applications:
- General Purpose
- Capacitance @ Frequency:
- -
- Operating Temperature:
- -65°C ~ 150°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- DO-214AC (SMA)
P4SMA200A-M3/5A FAQ
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All P4SMA200A-M3/5A units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with P4SMA200A-M3/5A, returns or replacements are accepted under the following conditions:
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 P4SMA200A-M3/5A part is unused and in its original packaging.
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1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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