Highly-integrated TVS protection device safeguards USB 2.0 interfaces on portables

Semtech Corp. (Nasdaq: SMTC), a leading supplier of analog and mixed-signal semiconductors, today announced t The RClamp1255P, a new high-performance, low capacitance transient voltage suppression (TVS) device has been introduced by Semtech. The highly integrated device is designed to replace multiple discrete components while providing complete VBUS surge protection, and ESD protection for USB data lines and ID line. Built on Semtech’s highly differentiated process technologies that achieve the industry’s lowest clamping voltages, the RClamp1255P delivers optimal transient protection and is housed in a 2mm x 1.8mm package with a height of only 0.57mm. The small size, low capacitance, and high level of surge and ESD protection makes the RClamp1255P an ideal solution for protecting USB interfaces in mobile phones, laptops and portable electronics, says the company. “With increasing consumption of 4G data, consumers demand reliable solutions that enable them to stay connected to mobile networks. Robust ESD protection is more important to portable electronics manufacturers than ever before,” said Rick Hansen, product marketing director, protection products, Semtech. “The RClamp1255P expands Semtech’s growing portable product family and offers fully integrated ESD and surge protection for USB 2.0 ports used on portable devices in a single easy to use package.”