AEC-Q101 qualification and the 7V protection window
The SMBJ7.0CAQ-13-F is a bidirectional TVS diode from Diodes Incorporated, part of the Automotive AEC-Q101 series. The -55°C to 150°C junction temperature range covers under-hood and cabin environments without derating concerns.
Housed in the DO-214AA (SMB) package, the SMBJ7.0CAQ-13-F is a surface-mount device with a standard footprint shared across the SMBJ family. The single bidirectional channel means only two pads are needed — the same layout works for unidirectional variants if the cathode band orientation is observed. The tape-and-reel packaging (TR suffix) is the standard delivery format for automated pick-and-place assembly. No special handling beyond standard MSL precautions is required for this package type.
Lifecycle and compliance posture
As an AEC-Q101 qualified device, the part is supported with PPAP documentation and traceability data on request. RoHS compliance is standard for the SMBJ Automotive series; additional compliance documentation (REACH, conflict minerals) is available from the manufacturer upon RFQ.