New Industry Products

Protect Against ESD and EFT in Gigabit Ethernet, USB 3.0 & HDMI

October 29, 2017 by Paul Shepard

ProTek Devices™ has introduced a new transient voltage suppressor array (TVS array) designed for circuit protection in various popular interfaces such as Gigabit Ethernet, FireWire, wireless communications components, USB 3.0, HDMI 2.0, and the type-C connector. It protects against electrostatic discharges (ESD) and electrical fast transients (EFT).

The PLR05214LC is an ultra-low capacitance (0.35pF) device that meets various IEC standards: 61000-4-2 (ESD), IEC 61000-4-4 (EFT), and 61000-4-5 (surge). It protects four bidirectional data lines and provides an integrated solution at higher data transmission rates with a minimum insertion loss, while maintaining signal integrity.

Maximum power dissipation is 100W for an 8/20 micro second surge pulse. It has a 5.0 rated standoff voltage and 6.0 minimum breakdown voltage, and The PLR05214LC is also RoHS and REACH compliant. It also has a flammability rating of UL 94V-0

The TVS array is provided in a miniature DFN-10 package to make it suited for PCB areas where the need for space is at a premium. It has an approximate weight of only seven7 milligrams. The package also features lead-free pure-tin plating (annealed) and a solder reflow temperature of (pure-tin - Sn, 100) 260-270 degrees Celsius.

ProTek Devices' PLR05214LC is delivered in minimum quantities of 3,000 devices on 8mm tape and reel, per EIA standard 481. Pricing information and purchasing details can be had by contacting any authorized distributor, representative, or directly with ProTek Devices.