AEC-qualified circuit protection components ideal for critical in-vehicle automotive sub-systems

ProTek Devices has two new automotive circuit protection devices that are AEC-Q101 qualified to defend against ESD and electrical fast transients in critical automotive systems. The PAM1IVN27 and PAM2IVN24 devices are excellent for LINBus, FlexRay, CANBus, and SENT in-vehicle sub-systems. The new devices are also compatible with IEC standards 61000-4-2 (ESD): air ±30kV, contact ±30kV; with 61000-4-4 (EFT); and with 61000-4-5 (surge): 5A. The circuit protection components also offer bidirectional configuration, a low clamping voltage, and ultra-low leakage current of 0.8nA at 27C (typical). Also, the parts are RoHS and REACH compliant. The PAM2IVN24 is presented in a moulded JEDEC SOT-23 package, with an approximate weight of only 8mg, while the PAM1IVN27 comes in a moulded JEDEC SOD-323 package and weighs approximately 5mg. Other key mechanical characteristics for these components include lead-free pure-tin plating (annealed) and a solder reflow temperature (pure-tin Sn) of 260-270C. The devices' flammability ratings are UL 94V-0.