SMTPA180 TVS - Thyristors by STMicroelectronics

This code indicates the terminal finish material per JESD-609 standard. It helps identify the plating type for soldering compatibility and environmental compliance. Check the datasheet for the exact code and its meaning.

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.

Indicates whether the product contains substances of very high concern as per the REACH regulation. Buyers should verify this for compliance with EU environmental standards, especially when exporting to Europe. Check the manufacturer's declaration or datasheet for accurate SVHC status.

Export Control Classification Number assigned by the U.S. Commerce Department. It determines export licensing requirements for electronic components. Verify the ECCN against the manufacturer's datasheet or export compliance documentation before shipping internationally.

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.

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 the plating material on component terminals, affecting solderability, corrosion resistance, and long-term reliability. Compare finishes like tin, gold, or silver for your assembly process and environmental requirements. Verify against datasheet for compliance.

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.

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.

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.

Capacitance value of the component, typically expressed in farads (pF, nF, µF). This parameter determines energy storage and filtering characteristics. Compare capacitance when selecting capacitors for power supply decoupling, signal coupling, or timing applications. Always check the rated voltage and tolerance 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.

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 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.

Indicates the highest repetitive reverse voltage the diode can withstand in blocking mode. Engineers compare this to the circuit's peak reverse stress to ensure reliable operation. Always verify against the datasheet for your specific application.

Specifies the lowest voltage at which the component begins to conduct in reverse or breakdown mode. Compare this value with the operating voltage to ensure sufficient margin. Verify against the datasheet for temperature and tolerance effects.

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 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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

Indicates the form of delivery for the component, such as tape and reel, tube, or tray. This affects handling, storage, and assembly processes. Verify the packaging type matches your production requirements and equipment compatibility.

Indicates the typical duration from order confirmation to shipment from the manufacturer's facility. This helps you plan production schedules and inventory. Verify current lead times with your distributor or supplier, as they may vary based on order quantity, product availability, and market conditions.

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.

Position of the terminals on the package, such as dual-in-line, gull-wing, or J-lead. This affects PCB layout, soldering, and thermal performance. Engineers must ensure the terminal position matches the footprint and assembly capabilities of their manufacturing line.

Maximum temperature during reflow soldering that the component can withstand. This is critical for solder joint reliability and preventing damage. Verify that the peak reflow temperature is compatible with your soldering profile and the component's moisture sensitivity level.

Current stage in the product's lifecycle, such as Active, Obsolete, or End of Life. This indicates availability and long-term supply risk. Check this before designing in a part to ensure it will be available for your product's production lifetime.

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.

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.

Physical height of the component, measured from the mounting surface to the topmost point. This dimension is critical for clearance in compact assemblies and for ensuring proper fit within enclosures. Always verify against the datasheet for tolerance and mounting considerations.

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.

Describes the physical configuration of the component's leads or pads, such as through-hole, surface mount, or gull-wing. This affects PCB layout, soldering process, and mechanical fit. Confirm compatibility with your assembly method and footprint.

Maximum time the component can be exposed to the peak reflow temperature during soldering. Exceeding this duration may cause damage or degrade reliability. Ensure your soldering profile stays within this limit and check the datasheet for exact conditions.

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.

Indicates the total number of electrical connection points on the component, such as pins or pads. This is critical for PCB footprint design and assembly. Verify it matches the package specification to ensure proper soldering and connectivity.

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.

Total number of pins or terminals on the component package. Essential for footprint design, PCB layout, and connector mating. Verify against the datasheet to ensure compatibility with your board and assembly process.

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.

Specifies the physical length of the component body, typically in millimeters. This dimension is critical for PCB layout and mechanical fit. Verify against the datasheet to ensure proper clearance and alignment in your design.

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.

Physical width of the component body, typically in millimeters. Essential for PCB footprint design and mechanical fit. Verify against the datasheet to ensure proper clearance and compatibility with your board layout and enclosure.

Specifies the maximum DC voltage the component can safely handle under rated conditions. Engineers compare this to the circuit's operating voltage to ensure adequate margin. Always verify against the datasheet's derating curves for temperature and reliability.

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 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 maximum continuous current that a resettable fuse or PTC device can carry without tripping. Compare this value with your circuit's normal operating current to ensure stable operation. Verify against the datasheet for temperature derating and tolerance.

Specifies the semiconductor or electromechanical component that initiates conduction in power circuits. Compare types like DIAC, SIDAC, or thyristor triggers. Verify against datasheet for compatibility with your gate drive and voltage requirements.

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.

A more specific classification within the main product category, such as 'Ceramic Capacitor' under 'Capacitors'. This helps narrow down search results and compare similar components. Use it to filter products with similar characteristics and intended applications.

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.

Breakover voltage is the minimum voltage at which a device transitions from blocking to conducting state. Engineers compare this value to ensure the component triggers at the intended threshold. Always verify against the datasheet for your specific application.

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.