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Aug. 25, 2023

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Standard Rectifier Becomes One with TVS Diode

Vishay Intertechnology rolled out a new automotive-grade, surface-mount power device that it touts as the world’s first standard rectifier and transient voltage suppressor (TVS) in a single package.

Featuring an oxide planar chip junction design and a common-cathode circuit configuration, the R3T2FPHM3 unites a 3-A, 600-V standard rectifier with a 200-W TVS in a compact 5 × 6 FlatPAK package. With its wide temperature range of −55 to 175°C, the $0.80 device is designed to be used in everything from low power DC-DC converters in power-distribution systems to secondary protection in automobiles.

By combining two different technologies in a single package, the solution saves space on PCBs, simplifies layouts, and reduces overall costs. The two-in-one device's rectifier features a low forward voltage drop of 0.86 V to reduce power losses and improve efficiency, while the TVS offers a breakdown voltage of 27 V. The R3T2FPHM3 provides ESD capability in compliance with IEC 61000-4-2.

When paired in series with a standard TVS diode, the R3T2FPHM3 gives customers a complete 24-V solution with a low clamping ratio, said Vishay. The device is available in an AEC-Q101-qualified version.

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James Morra | Senior Editor

James Morra is a senior editor for Electronic Design, covering the semiconductor industry and new technology trends, with a focus on power electronics and power management. He also reports on the business behind electrical engineering, including the electronics supply chain. He joined Electronic Design in 2015 and is based in Chicago, Illinois.