Preliminary Data Sheet
Monolithic, Low Capacitance
DESCRIPTION:
TVS Array
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TVA8LCXXX Series
The TVA8LC series of monolithic transient voltage
suppressors are designed for applications where
voltage transients, caused by electrostatic
discharge (ESD) and other induced voltage
surges, can permanently damage sensitive
components.
These TVS diodes are characterized by extremely
LOW CAPACITANCE while at the same time
retaining their HIGH SURGE capability, extremely
FAST RESPONSE time and LOW dynamic
resistance. The 8LC series consists of 8
monolithic bi-directional TVS diode arrays and is
specifically designed to protect multiple or single
data lines with each channel being electrically
independent for multiple I/O port protection.
This series will meet the surge requirements of IEC
1000-4-2 Level 4 (Formerly IEC 801-2), Human
Body Model for air and contact discharge.
MECHANICAL CHARACTERISTICS:
JEDEC MS-012AA small outline package (SOP) or
16 pin DIP
Solder temperature: 265
o
C for 10 seconds
Readily solderable terminals
ESD & surge protection for power lines & I/O ports
TTL and MOS Bus Lines
RS-232, RS-422 and RS-485 data lines
High speed logic
High speed data & video transmission
APPLICATIONS:
SCHEMATIC:
FEATURES:
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500 watts Peak Pulse Power (T
P
= 8 x 20µs)
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Transient protection for data, signal, and Vcc bus
to IEC 1000-4-2 (ESD) & IEC 1000-4-4 (EFT)
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Protects up to 8 bi-directional lines
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Standoff voltages from 5 to 15 volts
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Low capacitance for high speed interfaces
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Low clamping voltage
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ESD protection > 15kV
Maximum Ratings
Peak Pulse Power...P
PK
T
P
= 8 x 20µs
Operating & Storage Temperature Range...T
J
, T
STG
Electrical Characteristics @ 25
o
C
Reverse
Stand-off
Voltage
Symbol
Units
TVA8LC05C
TVA8LC08C
TVA8LC12C
V
RWM
Volts
5
8
12
Minimum
Breakdown
Voltage @
1mA
BV (min)
Volts
6
8.5
13.3
Maximum
Clamping
Voltage @
Ipp=1A
V
C
Volts
9.8
13.4
17.5
Maximum
Clamping
Voltage @
Ipp=10A
V
C
Volts
12.5
16.6
23.5
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500
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
16
15
14
13
12
11
10
9
Units
Watts
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......................................... -65 to 175 ..........................................
°C
Leakage
Current @
V
RWM
I
R
µA
400
10
4
Maximum
Capacitance
@ 0V, 1MHz
C
J
pF
25
25
25
16.7
25.5
29.5
4
25
15
TVA8LC15C
NOTE:
Clamping voltage values are based upon an industry standard 8 x 20µs peak pulse current (Ipp) waveform.
Preliminary Data Sheet
Monolithic, Low Capacitance
TVS Array
Peak Pulse Power vs Pulse Time
10
8 x 20 Impulse Waveform
Ipp
91
0.5 x Ipp
11
1
0.1
0.01
0.1
8
20
1
10
100
1000
Pulse Duration (µs)
Time (µs)
Differential Mode:
Eight lines may be protected differentially
(line-to-line) by connecting Inputs/Outputs
at pins 1 - 16.
Common Mode:
Bi-directional protection of eight lines is
achieved by connecting Inputs/Outputs at
pins 1 - 8. Pins 9 - 16 are connected to
ground. Note: Device is symmetrical so
connections may be reversed to serve a
specific application.
Typical Application (Data line protection)
Line 1 thru 4
TVA8LCXXX Series
Peak Pulse Current (%)
Peak Pulse Power (kW)