AVX Corp. (Myrtle Beach, SC) announced the addition of the new 0402 case size version to the existing USB family of transient voltage suppressors, which are currently available in 0603, 0405 two-element array and 0612 four-element array versions. The line of miniature, surface-mount devices provides superior electrical performance in computer I/O ports, USB ports, infrared ports and links, RF links, as well as keyboard and mouse circuitry.
The various case size and configurations (new 0402, standard 0603, 0405 two-element and 0612 four-element array versions) provide a range of options to optimize board layout.
Available for applications with circuit voltages up to 18V, with an energy rating of 15mJ, and a typical capacitance range from 3pF to 10pF at 1MHz, the USB Series chips are rated for operation over the full temperature range from –55°C to +125°C.
Pricing for the USB Series chips ranges from $0.045, dependent on volume, with lead times from stock to six weeks.
