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Microchip Technology SMCJ20E3/TR13 — Circuit Protection

SMCJ20E3/TR13 Microchip 1500W Zener TVS Diode DO-214AB

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Microchip Technology SMCJ20E3/TR13, Zener TVS Diode, 1500W (1.5kW) Peak Pulse Power, 20V Reverse Standoff, 35.8V Clamp, DO-214AB (SMC) Package, Tape & Reel

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Specifications

SMCJ20E3/TR13 specifications
ParameterValue
TypeZener
MountingSurface Mount
Voltage - breakdown22.2V
Voltage - clamping (Max) @ ipp35.8V
Voltage - reverse standoff20V
Current - peak pulse (10/1000μs)41.9A
Power - peak pulse1500W (1.5kW)
Power line protectionNo
Operating temperature-65°C~150°C(TJ)
PackageTape & Reel (TR)
ApplicationsGeneral Purpose
CaseDO-214AB, SMC
Unidirectional channels1

Product details

TVS diode for 20V rail protection

The part is rated for a peak pulse power of 1500W (1.5kW) under the 10/1000µs waveform, making it suitable for general-purpose surge protection in power supplies, industrial controls, and telecom equipment.

Clamping and current handling

This clamp voltage is the key parameter for the downstream circuit — it defines the maximum voltage the protected device sees during a surge event. The 1500W rating is the product of clamp voltage and peak current, and it determines the energy the diode can absorb in a single transient without failing. The operating temperature range spans -65°C to 150°C (junction), which covers automotive underhood, outdoor telecom cabinets, and industrial enclosures where ambient temperatures can exceed 85°C. The DO-214AB package footprint is standard for SMC-size TVS diodes, and the part is surface-mount only.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between SMCJ20E3/TR13 and SMCJ20A?

The SMCJ20E3/TR13 is a Microchip part with the suffix indicating RoHS compliance and lead-free finish, while SMCJ20A is a generic base number used by multiple manufacturers. The electrical specifications (20V standoff, 1500W peak pulse power) are identical across the SMCJ20 family. The suffix is Microchip's designation for RoHS-compliant, lead-free plating.

Does SMCJ20E3/TR13 meet RoHS compliance?

The suffix in the order code indicates Microchip's RoHS-compliant, lead-free finish. The part is suitable for RoHS-required assemblies.