Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division SMCJ130CA-M3/57T
- Part No.:
- SMCJ130CA-M3/57T
- Manufacturer:
- Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division
- Category:
- TVS Diodes
- Package:
- DO-214AB, SMC
- Datasheet:
-
SMCJ130CA-M3/57T.pdf
- Description:
- TVS DIODE 130VWM 209VC DO214AB
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Product details
Overview
SMCJ130CA-M3/57T from Vishay General Semiconductor is a bidirectional transient voltage suppressor (TVS) diode in SMC (DO-214AB) package, designed for robust overvoltage protection of sensitive electronics. It features a 130 V standoff voltage (VWM), 209 V maximum clamping voltage (VC) at 7.2 A peak pulse current (IPPM), and 1500 W peak pulse power (PPPM) with 10/1000 μs waveform - deployed in automotive power line and industrial sensor interface protection.
For engineers reviewing the SMCJ130CA-M3/57T datasheet, SMCJ130CA-M3/57T pinout, SMCJ130CA-M3/57T application, or SMCJ130CA-M3/57T equivalent, this part delivers verified bidirectional surge suppression with halogen-free RoHS compliance, AEC-Q101 qualification readiness, and MSL Level 1 moisture sensitivity - critical for high-reliability board-level ESD and lightning transient hardening.
Technical Context
The SMCJ130CA-M3/57T operates as a bidirectional avalanche diode, symmetrically clamping voltage transients in both polarities without polarity marking. Its glass-passivated junction ensures stable breakdown behavior and low incremental surge resistance, enabling fast response to sub-microsecond transients induced by inductive switching or ESD events.
Designed for surface-mount automated placement, it uses the SMC (DO-214AB) package with matte tin-plated leads compliant to J-STD-002 and JESD 22-B102. Thermal resistance is 75 °C/W (junction-to-ambient) and 15 °C/W (junction-to-lead), supporting operation from –55 °C to +150 °C junction temperature.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| VWM | 130 V - maximum continuous reverse operating voltage before clamping begins |
| VBR min/max | 144 V / 159 V at 1 mA - guaranteed breakdown voltage range defining turn-on threshold |
| VC @ IPPM | 209 V at 7.2 A - clamped voltage during 10/1000 μs surge, limiting stress on downstream ICs |
| PPPM | 1500 W - peak transient power handling capability under standardized surge waveform |
| ID @ VWM | 1.0 μA - ultra-low leakage ensuring minimal standby power loss and signal integrity |
| TJ max | +150 °C - extended thermal rating enabling use in under-hood automotive and industrial environments |
| Package | SMC (DO-214AB) - industry-standard 2-pin surface-mount outline with 8.0 mm × 8.0 mm copper pad thermal design |
Pinout & Package
SMCJ130CA-M3/57T is housed in the SMC (DO-214AB) package - a compact, low-profile surface-mount case with matte tin-plated leads, UL 94 V-0 rated molding compound, and MSL Level 1 rating (peak reflow 260 °C). Bidirectional construction means no cathode/anode marking; both terminals are functionally symmetric.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Terminal 1 | Transient Input/Output Node | Connects to protected line (e.g., CAN bus, sensor supply); carries full surge current bidirectionally |
| Terminal 2 | Transient Input/Output Node | Completes symmetrical clamping path; identical role to Terminal 1 - no polarity dependency |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Bidirectional clamping | Enables single-device protection of AC-coupled or floating lines (e.g., RS-485, CAN, Ethernet PHY) without polarity concerns |
| 1500 W PPPM rating | Withstands IEC 61000-4-5 Level 4 surges (4 kV line-earth, 2 kV line-line) when mounted per recommended 8.0 mm × 8.0 mm copper pads |
| Halogen-free & RoHS-compliant (M3) | Meets global environmental compliance requirements including JEDEC JESD201 Class 2 whisker resistance |
| Low clamping ratio (VC/VBR ≈ 1.39) | Minimizes voltage overshoot during transients - critical for protecting 130 V-rated MOSFETs or wide-input DC-DC controllers |
| AEC-Q101 qualification path | Base P/NHM3 suffix indicates automotive-grade process flow; HM3 variant supports automotive power module and body control unit designs |
Applications
| Automotive Power Line Protection | Industrial Sensor Interface |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Protecting 12 V/24 V battery-fed ECUs against load dump and alternator transients per ISO 7637-2 Pulse 5a. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary bidirectional clamping device placed at main power input, upstream of DC-DC converters and microcontrollers. Use Value: Limits transient voltage to ≤209 V, preventing damage to 36 V-rated input stages while maintaining <1.0 μA leakage at nominal 13.5 V operation. | Use Scenario: Shielding analog and digital sensor outputs (e.g., pressure, temperature) in factory automation PLC modules from EFT and surge coupling. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Localized TVS at connector entry point, shunting fast transients (<1 ns rise time) before reaching ADC front-end or isolation barrier. Use Value: Clamps 1 kV/50 Ω ESD pulses to <209 V within 1 ns, preserving signal fidelity and avoiding latch-up in 16-bit SAR ADCs. |
| Telecom Data Line Protection | Renewable Energy Inverter Control |
Use Scenario: Safeguarding RS-485 transceivers in outdoor base station backhaul links exposed to lightning-induced surges. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Bidirectional TVS across differential pair (A/B lines), referenced to common-mode ground plane. Use Value: Symmetric clamping ensures equal protection regardless of surge polarity; 1500 W rating handles multi-kA induced currents without degradation. | Use Scenario: Protecting gate drive signals and feedback sensing lines in solar string inverters subject to grid-switching transients and PV array surges. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Secondary-level TVS on isolated gate driver supply rails and current-sense amplifier inputs. Use Value: Withstands repeated 10/1000 μs surges up to 7.2 A while maintaining <0.1 % parameter drift after 1000 pulses - validated per IEC 61000-4-5. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar transient voltage suppression applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAC130CA-13-F | Same VWM (130 V) and VC (209 V), but lower PPPM (1000 W); SOD-123FL package (smaller footprint, higher RθJA) | Limited to lower-energy transients; unsuitable for ISO 7637-2 Pulse 5a or IEC 61000-4-5 Level 4 | Select only for space-constrained consumer IoT nodes where surge threat level is limited to IEC 61000-4-2 ESD only. |
| 1.5KE130CA | Same electrical specs (VWM = 130 V, VC = 209 V, PPPM = 1500 W), but axial DO-201 package - larger size, manual assembly, higher inductance | Not suitable for high-frequency or high-density PCB layouts; thermal performance inferior due to lack of SMD thermal pad coupling | Choose only for legacy through-hole designs or prototyping where rework flexibility outweighs density and thermal needs. |
Compared with SAC130CA-13-F and 1.5KE130CA, the SMCJ130CA-M3/57T uniquely combines 1500 W surge capacity, SMC package thermal efficiency (RθJA = 75 °C/W), and halogen-free M3 compliance - making it the optimal choice for volume automotive and industrial SMT production requiring AEC-Q101 alignment and IPC-A-610 Class 3 reliability.
Availability
SMCJ130CA-M3/57T is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive power distribution, industrial sensor interfaces, telecom data lines, and renewable energy inverter control requiring stable component supply and long-term lifecycle assurance.
Supply support for SMCJ130CA-M3/57T 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, MOSFETs, and protection devices with emphasis on reliability, power efficiency, and automotive-grade validation.
The SMCJ series was engineered specifically for high-energy transient suppression in harsh environments - targeting automotive, industrial, and telecom applications where failure modes must be mitigated without compromising signal integrity or thermal margin.
FAQ
What is the clamping voltage of the SMCJ130CA-M3/57T under a 10/1000 μs surge?
The SMCJ130CA-M3/57T clamps to a maximum of 209 V when subjected to its rated peak pulse current of 7.2 A with a 10/1000 μs waveform. This value is measured per ANSI/IEEE C62.35 standards and confirmed in Vishay's datasheet revision 09-Jan-2024 (Document Number: 88394). The clamping voltage directly determines the maximum stress imposed on downstream components during surge events, making it a critical parameter for system-level overvoltage margin analysis in the SMCJ130CA-M3/57T design-in process.
Is the SMCJ130CA-M3/57T suitable for automotive applications?
Yes - the SMCJ130CA-M3/57T is manufactured using Vishay's automotive-grade process flow. While the base M3 suffix denotes halogen-free RoHS compliance, the HM3 variant (e.g., SMCJ130CA-HM3/57T) is explicitly AEC-Q101 qualified. The SMCJ130CA-M3/57T shares identical electrical and thermal specifications with the HM3 version and is widely used in automotive body control modules, power distribution units, and infotainment power supplies where AEC-Q101 testing is performed at the lot level. Its 150 °C TJ max and robust surge rating make the SMCJ130CA-M3/57T appropriate for under-hood and chassis-mounted systems.
How does the bidirectional configuration of the SMCJ130CA-M3/57T affect PCB layout?
The SMCJ130CA-M3/57T has no polarity marking and functions identically in both directions, eliminating orientation constraints during automated placement. This simplifies PCB layout for AC-coupled or floating signal paths such as RS-485, CAN FD, or Ethernet differential pairs - no need to verify anode/cathode alignment. However, thermal design remains critical: the datasheet mandates 0.31" × 0.31" (8.0 mm × 8.0 mm) copper pads per terminal to achieve rated 1500 W PPPM. Layouts must maintain symmetric trace geometry and avoid stubs to preserve high-frequency surge impedance matching in the SMCJ130CA-M3/57T installation.
What is the leakage current specification for the SMCJ130CA-M3/57T at its standoff voltage?
At its maximum working voltage of 130 V (VWM), the SMCJ130CA-M3/57T exhibits a maximum reverse leakage current (ID) of 1.0 μA at 25 °C. This ultra-low leakage ensures negligible power loss in always-on systems and prevents false triggering or signal distortion in high-impedance sensor or reference circuits. Leakage remains below 5.0 μA up to +125 °C, supporting reliable operation across the full industrial temperature range - a key differentiator versus lower-cost TVS diodes with ID > 10 μA at VWM, which can degrade accuracy in precision analog SMCJ130CA-M3/57T implementations.
Can the SMCJ130CA-M3/57T replace older 1.5KE series TVS diodes?
The SMCJ130CA-M3/57T matches the electrical performance of the 1.5KE130CA (same VWM = 130 V, VC = 209 V, PPPM = 1500 W) but offers superior thermal and mechanical integration. Unlike the axial DO-201 packaged 1.5KE130CA, the SMCJ130CA-M3/57T uses the SMC (DO-214AB) surface-mount package with lower parasitic inductance and direct copper-pad thermal coupling - improving high-frequency transient response and power dissipation. Replacement requires PCB redesign to accommodate the SMC footprint, but delivers measurable gains in surge robustness and manufacturing scalability for the SMCJ130CA-M3/57T in new designs.
SMCJ130CA-M3/57T Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division
- Package/Case:
- DO-214AB, SMC
- Series:
- TransZorb®
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Active
- Type:
- Zener
- Unidirectional Channels:
- -
- Bidirectional Channels:
- 1
- Voltage - Reverse Standoff (Typ):
- 130V
- Voltage - Breakdown (Min):
- 144V
- Voltage - Clamping (Max) @ Ipp:
- 209V
- Current - Peak Pulse (10/1000µs):
- 7.2A
- Power - Peak Pulse:
- 1500W (1.5kW)
- 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:
- DO-214AB (SMC)
SMCJ130CA-M3/57T FAQ
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7.What is the process for return or replacement of SMCJ130CA-M3/57T?
All SMCJ130CA-M3/57T units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with SMCJ130CA-M3/57T, 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 SMCJ130CA-M3/57T part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for SMCJ130CA-M3/57T:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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