SMAJ26A-TR

The SMAJ26A-TR from STMicroelectronics is a surface mount transient voltage suppressor diode designed to provide protection against electrostatic discharge (ESD) and transient voltage events in electronic circuits. 

Key Features:

1. Transient Voltage Suppression: The SMAJ26A-TR is specifically designed to suppress transient voltage spikes and surges caused by ESD, lightning, inductive load switching, and other transient events. It helps to prevent damage to sensitive electronic components by clamping the voltage to a safe level.
2. Low Clamping Voltage: This diode offers a low clamping voltage, ensuring effective protection against transient voltage spikes while minimizing the stress on the protected circuit. The low clamping voltage helps to maintain the integrity and reliability of the protected components.
3. Fast Response Time: The SMAJ26A-TR features a fast response time, providing rapid protection against transient voltage events. It quickly conducts excess voltage away from the protected circuit, reducing the risk of damage to sensitive components.
4. High Surge Current Capability: With its high surge current capability, the diode can effectively handle short-duration transient currents without degradation in performance. This ensures robust protection for electronic circuits operating in harsh environments or subjected to high transient currents.
5. Bidirectional Protection: The SMAJ26A-TR offers bidirectional transient voltage suppression, providing protection against both positive and negative voltage transients. This versatility allows for use in applications where bidirectional protection is required.
6. Compact Surface Mount Package: The diode is housed in a compact surface mount package, making it suitable for high-density PCB layouts and automated assembly processes. Its small form factor saves board space and simplifies the integration of transient protection into electronic designs.
7. Wide Operating Temperature Range: The SMAJ26A-TR is designed to operate over a wide temperature range, ensuring reliable performance in diverse environmental conditions. It is suitable for use in applications requiring extended temperature operation.
8. Applications:

• Data lines and signal lines protection
• Communication ports protection (Ethernet, USB, RS-232, RS-485, etc.)
• Power supply and voltage regulator protection
• Industrial automation and control systems
• Automotive electronics
• Consumer electronics
• Telecommunication equipment

The SMAJ26A-TR transient voltage suppressor diode from STMicroelectronics offers reliable and effective protection against transient voltage events, making it an ideal choice for a wide range of electronic applications requiring robust transient voltage suppression capabilities.