BZW50-68B – STMicroelectronics
157V TVS Diode, 382A Ipp (8/20µs), Through Hole, R-6 Package.
Stock Quantity: 7
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Overview
The STMicroelectronics BZW50-68B is a high-performance bidirectional Transil® diode designed for robust electrostatic discharge (ESD) protection. Its primary function is to clamp transient overvoltage events to a safe level, safeguarding sensitive downstream circuitry. A critical design consideration for this device is the trade-off between its low leakage current at nominal working voltage (68V) and its significant capacitance (3000pF), which can impact high-frequency signal integrity in certain applications, necessitating careful impedance matching.
Key Features
- Bidirectional ESD Protection
- 68V Working Voltage
- 121V Clamping Voltage
- 41A Peak Pulse Current (Ipp)
- 5kW Peak Pulse Power Dissipation (Pppm)
- R6-2 Axial Package (Approx. 10.3mm x 5.3mm)
Applications
The component is engineered for deployment in systems requiring high reliability and performance under specific operating conditions. It provides functional stability across the stated design envelope.
- Protection of AC power lines against transient surges
- ESD suppression in industrial control interfaces
- Transient voltage clamping in automotive electronics
- Overvoltage mitigation in telecommunication equipment
