3KASMC36AHE3/57T TVS - Diodes by Vishay

Indicates the floor life of a component before it must be baked prior to soldering. Higher levels require stricter handling and shorter exposure times. Verify the MSL rating in the datasheet to ensure proper storage and assembly conditions.

Indicates whether the component complies with the EU RoHS directive restricting hazardous substances. Buyers should verify this status for regulatory compliance and market access. Check the datasheet or certificate for exact compliance details.

Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States code for customs classification. Essential for import/export documentation and duty calculation. Verify the correct code with a trade specialist to avoid customs delays.

Specifies how many independent signal paths or outputs the component provides. Compare this value with your circuit requirements to ensure each channel can be used separately. Verify the channel configuration in the datasheet, as some devices may share pins or have internal connections.

Indicates how many independent functional sections are integrated into a single component package. This matters when comparing multi-channel devices or resistor networks. Always verify the exact element count against the datasheet to ensure it matches your circuit design requirements.

Indicates whether the component is designed to protect power supply lines from overvoltage or overcurrent events. Essential for ensuring system reliability in industrial and automotive applications. Confirm the protection level and response time in the datasheet.

Specifies the current level applied during parameter measurement. Compare this value when evaluating test conditions across similar components. Always verify that the test current matches your application's operating point to ensure datasheet parameters are relevant.

Maximum current that flows through the diode when reverse-biased and off. Compare this value to ensure minimal power loss and proper blocking in circuits. Verify against datasheet for temperature and voltage conditions.

Current that flows through the component when it is in the off-state or reverse-biased. Important for capacitors, diodes, and transistors to minimize power loss and ensure proper isolation. Compare leakage current values to avoid unintended circuit behavior, especially in battery-powered or high-impedance applications. Verify test conditions in the datasheet.

Number of channels that transmit data in one direction only. Compare this parameter when selecting digital isolators, optocouplers, or bus transceivers. Verify the channel count and direction against the datasheet to ensure proper signal routing.

Voltage at which the device starts conducting in reverse, marking its safe operating limit. Essential for selecting diodes and transistors for high-voltage applications. Always check this parameter against your circuit's maximum reverse voltage.

Maximum power the component can dissipate during a short pulse, such as a transient voltage surge. Critical for TVS diodes and suppressors to ensure they can handle expected surges without damage. Compare this rating with your system's transient energy and verify pulse duration in the datasheet.

Maximum clamping voltage at the peak pulse current (Ipp) for TVS diodes or varistors. This is the voltage across the device during a transient event. Ensure it is below the protected circuit's maximum rating to prevent damage. Critical for selecting surge protection components.

Voltage at which the diode begins to conduct in reverse bias, leading to breakdown. Critical for selecting diodes in rectifier and protection circuits. Ensure this voltage exceeds your maximum reverse voltage with margin. Check datasheet for tolerance and temperature effects.

Specifies the voltage level at which a protection device begins to conduct and limit transient overvoltages. Compare this value with the circuit's maximum allowable voltage to ensure adequate protection. Verify against the datasheet for precise clamping characteristics under specified test conditions.

Maximum reverse voltage the component can withstand without conducting significant current. For TVS diodes and rectifiers, this is the voltage below which the device remains off. Ensure this voltage is higher than the normal operating voltage to avoid unintended conduction, and check the breakdown voltage in the datasheet.

Maximum voltage the component can withstand before breakdown occurs. Essential for ensuring safe operation in high-voltage circuits. Verify this rating against your circuit's worst-case voltage spikes to prevent failure and ensure long-term reliability.

Highest current the device can handle for a brief surge, such as inrush or lightning. Essential for power supply and protection circuits. Always compare with your system's surge profile and check the datasheet for duration and repetition rate.

Peak pulse current the component can withstand with a 10/1000µs waveform, commonly used for TVS diodes and surge suppressors. This rating indicates the maximum surge current capability. Compare it with your system's expected transient currents and ensure the component can handle repeated surges without degradation.

Maximum current the component can withstand during a short pulse event without damage. Compare this rating with your circuit's transient conditions to ensure reliable operation. Verify against the datasheet for pulse duration and duty cycle limits.

Shows whether the component complies with the EU REACH regulation. Essential for legal market access in Europe. Check the manufacturer's latest statement to confirm that no substances of very high concern are present above the threshold.

Export Control Classification Number assigned by the U.S. government. Determines whether the component requires an export license. Essential for international trade compliance. Verify the ECCN with the manufacturer or supplier before shipping to avoid legal issues.

Indicates whether the component is manufactured without lead, complying with RoHS and similar regulations. Check this attribute to ensure environmental compliance for your market. Verify against the datasheet for exact material declarations.

Specifies the lowest ambient temperature at which the component is guaranteed to function within its electrical and mechanical specifications. Verify this limit against the datasheet for your application's thermal environment, especially for automotive or industrial designs.

Specifies how the component is attached to the PCB, such as through-hole or surface mount. This affects assembly processes, thermal performance, and mechanical strength. Buyers should verify compatibility with their manufacturing capabilities and design requirements.

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Lifecycle status of the part, such as active or obsolete. Indicates availability and long-term support from the manufacturer. Check this before design-in to avoid last-time buys or supply disruptions. Verify with the datasheet or distributor for current status.

Describes the method used to connect the component to the circuit board, such as solder, press-fit, or wire wrap. This affects assembly processes, reliability, and repairability. Check the termination type against your PCB footprint and soldering process to ensure compatibility.

Published indicates the date when the product data was released or updated in the catalog. It helps buyers assess the freshness of the information and whether the component is current or possibly obsolete. Check the datasheet for the latest revisions.

Specifies the highest ambient temperature at which the component reliably functions. Compare this limit with your application's thermal environment to ensure safe operation. Always verify against the datasheet's derating curves and test conditions, as exceeding this value may cause performance degradation or permanent damage.

Describes the internal arrangement of components, such as resistor networks or switch contacts. This affects the circuit topology and pinout. Engineers must verify this configuration against the datasheet to ensure correct integration into the PCB layout and proper functionality.

Specify the typical end-use scenarios for this electronic component, such as consumer electronics, automotive, industrial, or telecommunications. This helps engineers quickly assess suitability for their design. Verify against the datasheet's application section.

Identifies the company that designed and produced the component. Buyers often filter by manufacturer to ensure brand reliability, quality standards, and supply chain consistency. Verify the manufacturer against the datasheet and official packaging to avoid counterfeit parts.

Lists the product categories or classifications assigned to this component, such as connectors, capacitors, or modules. This helps in filtering and comparing similar parts. Review the categories to ensure the component fits your application and to find alternative parts in the same class.

Select the component category that best matches your application, such as resistor, capacitor, diode, or connector. This classification helps narrow down the correct part family and ensures compatibility with your circuit design. Verify the type against the datasheet to avoid mismatches.

Indicates the specific product subcategories or classifications within the broader component family. Helps narrow down search results and identify the exact type of component needed for your design. Review the subcategory to ensure compatibility with your application.

Specifies the orientation or mounting direction of the component, such as horizontal, vertical, or polarized. Important for correct placement on the PCB and for ensuring proper airflow or connector alignment. Always confirm the direction against the datasheet drawing.

Physical package or case type of the component, defining its dimensions, mounting style, and thermal characteristics. Common types include SMD, through-hole, BGA, and QFN. Choose the package that fits your PCB layout and assembly process. Verify the exact package code in the datasheet for footprint compatibility.

Specifies the metal coating applied to the contact surfaces of connectors, switches, or relays. This finish affects conductivity, corrosion resistance, and durability. Engineers should verify the plating material and thickness against the datasheet to ensure reliable performance in the intended environment.

Indicates if the component is designed to withstand ionizing radiation in space, nuclear, or high-energy physics applications. Compare radiation-tolerant vs. radiation-hardened parts for mission-critical designs. Verify the total ionizing dose (TID) and single-event effect (SEE) ratings in the datasheet.

Specifies how the component attaches to the PCB or assembly, such as surface mount, through-hole, or chassis mount. This affects soldering process, mechanical stability, and thermal performance. Verify compatibility with your board layout and assembly capabilities.

Specifies the voltage range within which the component operates correctly. Check the datasheet to ensure your power supply meets the minimum and maximum limits, as exceeding them can damage the device or cause malfunction.

Indicates the maximum voltage the component can withstand or operate at, depending on context. Critical for ensuring the part is not overstressed in your application. Always compare with your circuit's voltage levels and consider transient spikes.

Total number of pins or contacts on the component. This determines the footprint and mating connector requirements. Always match the pin count to your PCB layout and connector specification to ensure proper electrical and mechanical connection.

Specifies whether the component or signal has a defined positive and negative orientation, such as for diodes, electrolytic capacitors, or connectors. Incorrect polarity can cause failure or unsafe operation. Always check the datasheet and board markings before installation.

Maximum power the component can safely dissipate as heat without damage. Exceeding this may cause failure. Check datasheet for thermal resistance and derating curves under your operating conditions.

Maximum power that a component can withstand for a short duration during a transient event. Compare this rating with the expected surge in your circuit to ensure reliability. Verify against the datasheet for pulse duration and waveform conditions.

Maximum power the component can safely dissipate as heat without exceeding its thermal limits. Compare this rating with your application's expected power loss to ensure reliable operation. Always verify against the datasheet's derating curves and ambient temperature conditions.

Specifies the ambient temperature range within which the component reliably functions. Compare this with your application's thermal environment to ensure proper operation. Always verify against the datasheet for derating curves and maximum ratings.

Indicates the product series or family, grouping components with similar design and specifications. Helps identify compatible parts and compare within a product line. Verify the series against the datasheet to ensure correct application.

Indicates the physical package type as designated by the component manufacturer, such as SOIC, QFN, or BGA. This affects PCB footprint, thermal performance, and assembly processes. Confirm compatibility with your board layout and soldering requirements before design finalization.

Specifies the lowest voltage at which a semiconductor device begins to conduct in reverse or avalanche mode. Critical for power supplies, protection circuits, and high-voltage applications. Always ensure this value exceeds your maximum operating voltage for reliability.

Specifies the maximum continuous electrical current the component can safely handle under specified conditions. Compare this rating with your circuit's expected load to ensure reliable operation. Always verify against the datasheet for derating and temperature effects.

The unique part number assigned by the original component manufacturer. Use this to cross-reference datasheets, verify specifications, and ensure the exact component matches your design requirements. Always confirm the number against the manufacturer's official documentation.

Identifies the core product family without package, grade, or option suffixes. Use this to compare equivalent components across manufacturers and to locate the primary datasheet. Verify the full ordering code against the manufacturer's specification before design-in.

This is the maximum reverse voltage the device can withstand without entering breakdown. It defines the safe operating limit for TVS diodes and similar protection components. Engineers compare this value to the circuit's normal operating voltage to ensure adequate protection margin. Always verify against the datasheet for your specific application.