Microchip Technology SMBJ8.0CAE3/TR13, Zener TVS diode, 600W peak pulse power, 8V reverse standoff, 13.6V clamp, bidirectional, DO-214AA (SMB), Tape & Reel.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Zener |
| Mounting | Surface Mount |
| Voltage - breakdown | 8.89V |
| Voltage - clamping (Max) @ ipp | 13.6V |
| Voltage - reverse standoff | 8V |
| Current - peak pulse (10/1000μs) | 44.1A |
| Power - peak pulse | 600W |
| Power line protection | No |
| Operating temperature | -65°C~150°C(TJ) |
| Package | Tape & Reel (TR) |
| Applications | General Purpose |
| Case | DO-214AA, SMB |
| Bidirectional channels | 1 |
The SMBJ8.0CAE3/TR13: Minimum breakdown voltage is 8.89V, giving a 0.89V guard band above the 8V standoff — enough margin to avoid nuisance triggering from normal rail ripple while still clamping fast. The 13.6V max clamp ensures the protected IC's abs-max rating is not exceeded on a 12V-tolerant input.
The suffix on SMBJ8.0CAE3/TR13 indicates the lead-free (RoHS-compliant) finish. The SMBJ8.0CA variant without uses tin-lead plating. Electrically the two are identical — same 600W rating, same 8V standoff, same clamping curve. The version is the current production standard for RoHS-directed markets.