
PROTECTION PRODUCTS
SMS05C THRU SMS24C
TVS Diode Array
For ESD and Latch-Up Protection
Description
The SMS series of TVS arrays are designed to protect
sensitive electronics from damage or latch-up due to
ESD and other voltage-induced transient events. Each
device will protect up to five lines. They are available
with operating voltages of 5V, 12V, 15V and 24V. They
are unidirectional devices and may be used on lines
where the signal polarities are above ground.
TVS diodes are solid-state devices designed specifically
for transient suppression. They feature large crosssectional area junctions for conducting high transient
currents. They offer desirable characteristics for board
level protection including fast response time, low
operating and clamping voltage and no device degradation.
The SMS series devices may be used to meet the
immunity requirements of IEC 61000-4-2, level 4. The
low cost SOT23-6L package makes them ideal for use
in portable electronics such as cell phones, PDAs, and
notebook computers.
Features
u Transient protection for data lines to
IEC 61000-4-2 (ESD) 15kV (air), 8kV (contact)
IEC 61000-4-4 (EFT) 40A (5/50ns)
IEC 61000-4-5 (Lightning) 24A (8/20µs)
u Small package for use in portable electronics
u Protects five I/O lines
u Working voltages: 5V, 12V, 15V and 24V
u Low leakage current
u Low operating and clamping voltages
u Solid-state silicon avalanche technology
Mechanical Characteristics
u EIAJ SOT23-6L package
u Molding compound flammability rating: UL 94V-0
u Marking : Marking Code
u Packaging : Tape and Reel per EIA 481
Applications
u Cell phone Handsets and Accessories
u Microprocessor Based Equipment
u Personal Digital Assistants (PDAs)
u Notebooks, Desktops, and Servers
u Portable Instrumentation
u Set Top Box
u Peripherals
u MP3 Players
u Cordless Phones
Circuit Diagram Schematic & PIN Configuration
SOT23-6L (Top View)
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Absolute Maximum Rating
SMS05C THRU SMS24C
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Electrical Characteristics (Continued)
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Typical Characteristics
Non-Repetitive Peak Pulse Power vs. Pulse Time Power Derating Curve
10
(kW)
PP
1
0.1
Peak Pulse Power - P
0.01
0.1 1 10 100 1000
Pulse Durat io n - tp (µs)
110
100
90
PP
80
70
60
50
40
30
% of Rated Power or I
20
10
0
0 25 50 75 100 125 150
Ambient Temperature - T
(oC)
A
Pulse Waveform
110
100
90
80
70
PP
60
50
40
Percent of I
30
20
10
0
0 5 10 15 20 25 30
-t
e
Time (µs)
td = IPP/2
Parameters:
Forward Voltage vs. Forward Current
5
4.5
4
(V)
F
3.5
3
2.5
2
1.5
Forward Voltage - V
1
0.5
0
0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45
Forward Current - I
(A)
F
Waveform
tr = 8µs
td = 20µs
Waveform
Parameters:
tr = 8µs
s
td = 20
Clamping Voltage vs. Peak Pulse Current
45
40
SMS24C
35
(V)
C
30
25
20
15
10
Clamping Voltage - V
5
0
0 5 10 15 20 25 30
SMS15C
SMS12C
Peak Pulse Current - I
SMS05C
(A)
PP
Waveform
Parameters:
tr = 8µs
td = 20
s
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Applications Information
SMS05C THRU SMS24C
Device Connection for Protection of Five Data Lines
The SMSxxC is designed to protect up to five unidirectional data lines. The device is connected as follows:
1. Unidirectional protection of five I/O lines is
achieved by connecting pins 1, 3, 4, 5 and 6 to the
data lines. Pin 2 is connected to ground. The
ground connection should be made directly to the
ground plane for best results. The path length is
kept as short as possible to reduce the effects of
parasitic inductance in the board traces.
Circuit Board Layout Recommendations for Suppression of ESD.
Good circuit board layout is critical for the suppression
of ESD induced transients. The following guidelines are
recommended:
l Place the SMSxxC near the input terminals or
connectors to restrict transient coupling.
l Minimize the path length between the SMSxxC and
the protected line.
l Minimize all conductive loops including power and
ground loops.
l The ESD transient return path to ground should be
kept as short as possible.
l Never run critical signals near board edges.
l Use ground planes whenever possible.
SMSxxC Circuit Diagram
Protection of Five Unidirectional Lines
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Outline Drawing - SO-8
Outline Drawing - SOT23-6L
SMS05C THRU SMS24C
Land Pattern - SOT23-6L
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Marking Codes
SMS05C THRU SMS24C
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C50SMS50C
C21SMS21C
C51SMS51C
C42SMS42C
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Note:
Pin 1 Identified with a dot.
Ordering Information
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CT.C50SMSV5000,3hcnI7
GT.C50SMSV5000,01hcnI31
CT.C21SMSV21000,3hcnI7
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CT.C51SMSV51000,3hcnI7
GT.C51SMSV51000,01hcnI31
CT.C42SMSV42000,3hcnI7
GT.C42SMSV42000,01hcnI31
Note:
(1) No suffix indicates tube pack.
Contact Information
Semtech Corporation
Protection Products Division
652 Mitchell Rd., Newbury Park, CA 91320
Phone: (805)498-2111 FAX (805)498-3804
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