Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division TPSMA30AHE3_B/I
- Part No.:
- TPSMA30AHE3_B/I
- Manufacturer:
- Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division
- Category:
- TVS Diodes
- Package:
- DO-214AC, SMA
- Datasheet:
-
TPSMA30AHE3_B/I.pdf
- Description:
- TVS DIODE 25.6VWM 41.4VC DO214AC
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Product details
Overview
TPSMA30AHE3_B/I from Vishay General Semiconductor is a unidirectional surface-mount transient voltage suppressor (TVS) diode in SMA (DO-214AC) package, designed for clamping voltage transients on power and signal lines. It features a 30 V nominal breakdown voltage (VBR), 400 W peak pulse power (10/1000 µs), 41.4 V maximum clamping voltage at 9.7 A surge current, 1.0 W steady-state power dissipation, and operates up to +185 °C junction temperature - ideal for automotive ECU power rail protection.
For engineers reviewing the TPSMA30AHE3_B/I datasheet, TPSMA30AHE3_B/I pinout, TPSMA30AHE3_B/I application, or TPSMA30AHE3_B/I equivalent, key selection criteria include unidirectional polarity, AEC-Q101 qualification, MSL Level 1 solderability, and verified clamping performance under 10/1000 µs surge conditions per IEC 61000-4-5.
Technical Context
This TVS diode uses passivated anisotropic rectifier technology to achieve stable breakdown behavior and low incremental surge resistance. Its 185 °C maximum junction temperature rating supports operation in high-temperature automotive under-hood environments without derating penalties beyond those defined in Fig. 2 of the datasheet.
The device responds to transients in sub-nanosecond timeframes and clamps with minimal overshoot due to optimized junction capacitance (<100 pF at 0 V, typical) and low dynamic impedance. It is rated for repetitive 0.01% duty cycle surges and meets JESD22-B102 whisker resistance Class 2.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| VBR (min/typ/max) | 28.5 V / 30.0 V / 31.5 V - defines precise voltage threshold at which avalanche conduction begins under 1 mA test current |
| VWM | 25.6 V - maximum continuous reverse working voltage before leakage exceeds 1 µA at 25 °C |
| VC @ IPPM | 41.4 V at 9.7 A - clamping voltage during 400 W 10/1000 µs surge, directly limiting downstream IC stress |
| PPPM | 400 W - peak pulse power handling capability per standard 10/1000 µs waveform, validated on 5 mm × 5 mm PCB copper pads |
| TJ max. | +185 °C - enables use in engine control modules and ADAS ECUs without thermal derating below ambient 125 °C |
| Polarity | Unidirectional - protects only against positive-going transients relative to cathode; requires correct orientation in series with protected line |
| Package | SMA (DO-214AC) - industry-standard surface-mount outline with 0.208" length, compatible with automated pick-and-place and reflow profiles up to 260 °C peak |
Pinout & Package
Package: SMA (DO-214AC), molded epoxy case with matte tin-plated leads, UL 94 V-0 rated, cathode indicated by color band.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Cathode (banded end) | Transient current sink | Connected to protected line; conducts surge current to ground when VLINE exceeds VBR |
| Anode | Reference node | Typically tied to system ground or lower-potential rail; completes avalanche path during overvoltage events |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| AEC-Q101 qualified | Validated for automotive-grade reliability including temperature cycling, HAST, and mechanical shock per AEC specification |
| Junction passivation | Reduces surface leakage and improves long-term stability of VBR under humidity and bias stress |
| MSL Level 1 | Zero floor life limitation; can be stored indefinitely and processed using standard reflow without baking |
| Low incremental surge resistance | Ensures predictable clamping voltage across full IPPM range, minimizing voltage overshoot during fast transients |
| 185 °C TJ rating | Supports placement near heat sources (e.g., power MOSFETs, DC-DC inductors) without thermal shutdown or parameter drift |
Applications
| Automotive Engine Control Unit (ECU) | Industrial PLC Digital Input Module |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Protects 12 V supply rail in engine control units from load dump and alternator ripple transients. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Unidirectional TVS diode placed between battery input and LDO regulator input. Use Value: Clamps 12 V rail to ≤41.4 V during ISO 7637-2 Pulse 5a (load dump), preventing damage to downstream 3.3 V microcontrollers and CAN transceivers. | Use Scenario: Shields 24 V digital input channels in programmable logic controllers from field-wiring induced surges. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Standoff protection device mounted at connector entry point before optocoupler input stage. Use Value: Limits transient energy to <100 mJ per event, preserving optocoupler CTR and enabling >100,000 surge cycles per channel. |
| Telecom Power Supply Front-End | Consumer Appliance Motor Drive Board |
Use Scenario: Guards AC/DC adapter primary-side bias rails against lightning-induced surges on telecom infrastructure equipment. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Secondary-side TVS on auxiliary 5 V bias rail feeding PWM controller and gate drivers. Use Value: Maintains regulation integrity during IEC 61000-4-5 2 kV line-to-earth surges by clamping within 1 ns and dissipating 400 W peak without failure. | Use Scenario: Safeguards BLDC motor driver gate drive signals from commutation-induced shoot-through spikes. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Localized TVS on half-bridge high-side gate trace, referenced to source node. Use Value: Prevents false turn-on of high-side MOSFET by clamping gate-source voltage to <15 V during 50 ns dV/dt events. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar unidirectional TVS diode applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| SMAJ30A | Same VBR (28.5–31.5 V), identical SMA package, but rated for 400 W with 8.3 ms sine-wave (not 10/1000 µs); lower clamping voltage (40.5 V) | Not AEC-Q101 qualified; intended for industrial/commercial use only | Select SMAJ30A only if automotive qualification is not required and surge testing follows IEC 61000-4-4 (EFT), not IEC 61000-4-5 |
| 1.5SMC33A | Higher VBR (31.4–34.7 V), same 400 W rating, larger SMC (DO-214AB) package; clamps at 45.7 V | Physically incompatible with SMA footprint; requires PCB redesign | Choose 1.5SMC33A only when higher standoff voltage (30.8 V) is needed and board space allows SMC mounting |
Compared with SMAJ30A and 1.5SMC33A, the TPSMA30AHE3_B/I provides AEC-Q101 validation, tighter VBR tolerance (±5%), and guaranteed 10/1000 µs waveform compliance - making it the sole option for production automotive designs requiring zero layout change and full qualification traceability.
Availability
TPSMA30AHE3_B/I is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive ECU protection, industrial PLC input conditioning, and telecom power supply front-end hardening requiring stable component supply, full RoHS compliance, and AEC-Q101 documentation.
Supply support for TPSMA30AHE3_B/I 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 optoelectronics with emphasis on reliability, thermal performance, and automotive qualification.
The TPSMAxxA family was engineered specifically for high-temperature, high-reliability transient suppression in automotive and industrial systems - delivering consistent clamping behavior across -65 °C to +185 °C and meeting stringent AEC-Q101 stress test requirements.
FAQ
What is the maximum clamping voltage of the TPSMA30AHE3_B/I under a 10/1000 µs surge?
The TPSMA30AHE3_B/I has a maximum clamping voltage (VC) of 41.4 V when subjected to its rated peak pulse current of 9.7 A under the standardized 10/1000 µs waveform. This value is measured per Figure 3 in the Vishay datasheet 88405 and reflects worst-case clamping performance at TA = 25 °C on specified PCB pad layout. The TPSMA30AHE3_B/I maintains this clamping level across its full operating temperature range with predictable derating above 25 °C.
Is the TPSMA30AHE3_B/I AEC-Q101 qualified?
Yes, the TPSMA30AHE3_B/I is AEC-Q101 qualified. As confirmed in the Vishay datasheet 88405, the HE3 suffix denotes RoHS-compliant and AEC-Q101 qualified construction. Qualification includes temperature cycling, highly accelerated stress test (HAST), and mechanical shock testing per AEC-Q101 Rev D. The TPSMA30AHE3_B/I carries full test reports and is approved for use in automotive powertrain and chassis applications.
What does the "HE3_B/I" suffix mean in TPSMA30AHE3_B/I?
The "HE3" suffix indicates RoHS-compliant, AEC-Q101 qualified construction with matte tin plating and JESD201 Class 2 whisker resistance. "B" denotes revision level B of the base device, and "I" specifies packaging in 13-inch plastic tape and reel with 7500 units per reel. This differs from "H" packaging (7-inch reel, 1800 units). The TPSMA30AHE3_B/I is fully traceable and conforms to Vishay's material categorization per doc# 99912.
Can the TPSMA30AHE3_B/I be used in bidirectional configurations?
No, the TPSMA30AHE3_B/I is unidirectional only, as explicitly stated in the Vishay datasheet. It conducts surge current only when the cathode is more positive than the anode. For bidirectional protection, two TPSMA30AHE3_B/I devices must be connected in series opposition, or a dedicated bidirectional TVS such as the TPSMA30CA should be selected. Using the TPSMA30AHE3_B/I in reverse orientation will not provide clamping.
What is the thermal resistance junction-to-ambient (RθJA) for the TPSMA30AHE3_B/I?
The Vishay datasheet 88405 does not specify RθJA for the TPSMA30AHE3_B/I as a standalone parameter. Instead, thermal performance is characterized via derating curves (Figure 2) showing pulse power vs. initial junction temperature. For PCB layout design, the datasheet mandates use of 0.2" × 0.2" (5.0 mm × 5.0 mm) copper pads per terminal to achieve rated 400 W performance. The TPSMA30AHE3_B/I achieves 185 °C maximum junction temperature under these conditions.
TPSMA30AHE3_B/I Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division
- Package/Case:
- DO-214AC, SMA
- Series:
- PAR®
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Active
- Type:
- Zener
- Unidirectional Channels:
- 1
- Bidirectional Channels:
- -
- Voltage - Reverse Standoff (Typ):
- 25.6V
- Voltage - Breakdown (Min):
- 28.5V
- Voltage - Clamping (Max) @ Ipp:
- 41.4V
- Current - Peak Pulse (10/1000µs):
- 9.7A
- Power - Peak Pulse:
- 400W
- Power Line Protection:
- No
- Applications:
- -
- Capacitance @ Frequency:
- -
- Operating Temperature:
- -65°C ~ 185°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- Automotive
- Qualification:
- AEC-Q101
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- DO-214AC (SMA)
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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.
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