ESD Protection Diodes Boast .18-mm-Squared Footprint

The ESDALCxx family from STMicroelectronics is a new series of ESD protection diodes that are 67 percent smaller than previous generation options. Housed in a space-saving ST0201 package, these devices boast a minimal .18-mm² footprint, allowing designers to select the optimum solder-pad pattern from available CAD component libraries quickly and easily. Specifically, the ESDALC3V9-1U2, ESDALC6V1-1U2, and ESDALC14V2-1U2 have breakdown voltages of 3.9 V, 6.1 V, and 14.2 V, respectively. All of the new devices can survive multiple strikes up to IEC 61000-4-2 Level 4, which specifies a contact-discharge pulse of 8 kV and 30 A surge energy applied. Other product features include low leakage current and low device capacitance of 6 pF to 12 pF to minimize effects on signal speed.Look for more product information on the STMicroelectronics’ website.