Electronic circuits are susceptible to damage from overvoltage, overcurrent, surges, and other issues. With advancements in technology, the diversity and complexity of electronic products have increased, making circuit protection increasingly important. Circuit protection devices have evolved from simple glass fuses to a wide variety of superior protective components.
Increased Circuit Board Integration
As circuit board integration levels rise and prices increase, enhanced protection is necessary.
Low Operating Voltage
The trend toward lower operating voltages in semiconductor devices and ICs aims to reduce energy loss, minimize heat generation, and extend product lifespan.
Automotive Applications
Automotive devices face harsher conditions than standard electronic products. The substantial transient voltage peaks generated when starting a vehicle necessitate overvoltage protection components in power adapters for these devices.
Communication Equipment
Communication sites require specific surge protection, making the use of overvoltage and overcurrent protection components essential to ensure user safety and normal operation.
Failure Prevention
Most electronic product failures are caused by overvoltage or circuit issues. As quality expectations for electronic devices rise, circuit protection becomes even more critical.
Surge Protection Devices
Ceramic Gas Discharge Tubes
Widely used for surge protection in DC power and signal lines, known for high current capacity, low inter-stage capacitance, high insulation resistance, and a broad range of breakdown voltages.
Semiconductor Surge Protectors
Utilize thyristor principles for overvoltage protection. They can handle significant surge currents and have fast response times (in nanoseconds).
Glass Discharge Tubes
A newer type of surge protection device that combines advantages of ceramic and semiconductor types, featuring high insulation resistance, low capacitance, high discharge current capacity, and stability.
Varistors
A common voltage-limiting device that clamps overvoltage to a fixed level to protect subsequent circuits. They have a response time in nanoseconds and are generally used for AC circuit protection.
Transient Voltage Suppressor (TVS) Diodes
Used extensively for protecting sensitive semiconductor devices, they have fast response times and handle high pulse power.
Self-Resetting Fuses (PPTC)
Made from polymer materials, they act as overcurrent protection devices. When the circuit is normal, their resistance is low; when overheating occurs, their resistance increases drastically, protecting the circuit.
ESD Diodes
Protect I/O ports in high-speed data transmission applications from electrostatic discharge, featuring low capacitance and excellent surge testing capabilities.
Inductors
Inductors help stabilize circuits by generating opposing currents during unstable conditions, ensuring steady operation.
Ferrite Beads
Ferrite beads provide high resistance and inductance that varies with frequency, offering better high-frequency filtering and improved performance in applications like Ethernet chips.
These components are essential for ensuring the reliability and longevity of electronic devices in various applications.
UF capacitors ,a subsidiary of Topdiode,can significantly enhance circuit protection when used in conjunction with various protective devices, including:
Metal Oxide Varistors (MOV)
MOVs protect circuits from overvoltage by clamping excessive voltage levels. They absorb voltage spikes and transients, preventing damage to sensitive components.
NTC thermistors provide overcurrent protection. Their resistance decreases with temperature, allowing normal current flow. When overcurrent occurs, their resistance increases, limiting the current and protecting the circuit.
X2 Capacitors
Designed for AC applications, X2 capacitors provide safety by preventing voltage spikes and filtering noise between the line and neutral.
Y1 and Y2 Capacitors
These capacitors are used for applications involving direct connection to the AC mains, providing safety by limiting the risk of electric shock and ensuring reliable operation in noisy environments.
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