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Microchip Technology SMAJ36CE3/TR13 — Circuit Protection

SMAJ36CE3/TR13 TVS Diode – 36V Zener, 500W, DO-214AC, Active

MPNSMAJ36CE3/TR13
Active

Microchip Technology SMAJ36CE3/TR13, Zener TVS diode, 36V reverse standoff, 64.3V clamping, 500W peak pulse power, DO-214AC (SMA) package, surface mount, tape & reel.

$0.1600Ref. price · indicative, final on quote
Microchip Technology SMAJ36CE3/TR13 datasheet (PDF)
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Specifications

SMAJ36CE3/TR13 specifications
ParameterValue
TypeZener
MountingSurface Mount
Voltage - breakdown40V
Voltage - clamping (Max) @ ipp64.3V
Voltage - reverse standoff36V
Current - peak pulse (10/1000μs)9.8A
Power - peak pulse500W
Power line protectionNo
Operating temperature-65°C~150°C(TJ)
PackageTape & Reel (TR)
ApplicationsGeneral Purpose
CaseDO-214AC, SMA
Bidirectional channels1

Product details

Zener TVS for 36V rail protection

The 36V reverse standoff voltage means the diode does not conduct at normal rail voltage up to 36V; it only activates when the transient exceeds the 40V minimum breakdown voltage. The clamping voltage is 64.3V maximum at the rated 9.8A peak pulse current.

What the 500W rating means for your BOM

For a 36V rail, this typically covers secondary lightning surges and inductive load switching — but not direct lightning strikes without additional series impedance. Derate for ambient temperature above 25°C per the datasheet curve. If the downstream components (e.g., a 40V-rated DC-DC converter input) cannot tolerate 64.3V, you need a lower-clamp TVS or a series resistor to share the voltage.

Package and mounting — DO-214AC (SMA)

The SMAJ36CE3/TR13 comes in a DO-214AC (SMA) surface-mount package, supplied on tape and reel.

Frequently asked questions

How does SMAJ36CE3 compare to SMAJ36A?

The SMAJ36CE3 is a bidirectional Zener TVS, while the SMAJ36A is typically unidirectional. The SMAJ36CE3 clamps both positive and negative transients with a single device — useful on AC lines or where the polarity of the surge is unknown. The SMAJ36A has a slightly different breakdown voltage spec. They are not direct pin-compatible replacements; check the circuit polarity before substituting.

Is SMAJ36CE3/TR13 RoHS compliant?

The part is supplied by Microchip Technology. While the evidence does not explicitly state RoHS compliance, Microchip's standard suffix (as in this MPN) typically indicates RoHS-compliant, lead-free plating. Confirm with the manufacturer's datasheet or your compliance team.