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BZW50-33B
+BOMTVS DIODE 33VWM 76VC R6
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ManufacturerSTMicroelectronics
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Mfr. Part #BZW50-33B
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Datasheet BZW50-33B DataSheet
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Package R-6, Axial
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In Stock4601
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Specifications
| Attribute | Value |
| Package / Case | Cut Tape (CT),Tape & Box (TB) |
| Series | BZW50, TRANSIL™ |
| Part Status | Active |
| Type | Zener |
| Bidirectional Channels | 1 |
| Voltage - Reverse Standoff (Typ) | 33V |
| Voltage - Breakdown (Min) | 36.6V |
| Voltage - Clamping (Max) @ Ipp | 76V |
| Current - Peak Pulse(10 / 1000µs) | 789A (8/20µs) |
| Power - Peak Pulse | 5000W (5kW) |
| Power Line Protection | No |
| Applications | General Purpose |
| Capacitance @ Frequency | 2875pF @ 1MHz |
| Mounting Type | Through Hole |
Overview
Description
Key features of the BZW50-33B include its high peak power dissipation capability, usually around 5000 watts for a 1ms pulse, and its ability to handle significant current surges. It is used in various applications, including telecommunications, automotive electronics, and industrial devices, to safeguard sensitive components from transient voltage events.
The diode is typically encapsulated in a robust axial-leaded packaging, making it suitable for through-hole mounting. Its reliability and efficiency in clamping voltage spikes make it a critical component in designing resilient electronic systems. Proper selection and implementation of TVS diodes like the BZW50-33B are essential to ensure the longevity and reliability of electronic devices.
Equivalent
1. P6KE33A (from Littelfuse or ON Semiconductor)
2. 1.5KE33A (from Vishay)
3. SMCJ33A (from Diodes Incorporated)
4. 1.5SMC33A (from Littelfuse)
Ensure compatibility by checking the datasheets for electrical characteristics like breakdown voltage, peak pulse power, and package type.
Features
1. Power Dissipation: It can handle a peak pulse power of 5000 watts (5 kW) when subjected to a 10/1000 µs waveform, making it suitable for high-energy environments.
2. Breakdown Voltage: The BZW50-33B has a breakdown voltage of approximately 33 volts, ensuring it activates to clamp excessive voltages efficiently.
3. Unidirectional Design: It is typically a unidirectional device, meaning it can protect circuits from voltage spikes in one direction.
4. Low Clamping Voltage: The diode has a low clamping voltage, providing effective protection for sensitive components without significant voltage drop during normal operation.
5. Fast Response Time: It reacts quickly to transient events, offering immediate protection to prevent damage.
6. Junction Temperature Range: Operates over a broad junction temperature range, enhancing reliability under different thermal conditions.
This diode is commonly used in telecommunications, automotive, and consumer electronics to safeguard against electrostatic discharge (ESD) and other transient voltage events.
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Application
1. Consumer Electronics: Protecting devices from voltage surges due to power supply fluctuations or electrostatic discharge (ESD).
2. Industrial Equipment: Safeguarding control systems and communication lines in harsh electrical environments.
3. Telecommunications: Ensuring the stability of communication equipment by preventing damage from lightning strikes or power surges.
4. Automotive Electronics: Shielding vehicle electronic systems from voltage transients in automotive environments.
5. Data Communication: Protecting data lines in networking equipment from electrical interference.
These characteristics make it suitable for use in environments where electrical transients pose a risk to system integrity.