Description

The CM1218-04SE is a voltage suppressor array designed to protect sensitive electronic components from electrostatic discharge (ESD). This device features a low I/O capacitance of 7 pF and can withstand over 1000 ESD strikes per I/O pin. It is a Pb-Free device that comes in a compact SMT package, saving board space and facilitating layout in space-critical applications.

Specifications and features

• Low I/O Capacitance at 7 pF Typical
• Two, Three, Four or Five Channels of ESD Protection
• In−system ESD Protection to ±15 kV Contact Discharge, per the IEC 61000−4−2 International Standard
• Compact SMT Package Saves Board Space and Facilitates Layout in Space−critical Applications
• Each I/O Pin Can Withstand over 1000 ESD Strikes
• These are Pb−Free Devices

Application Scenarios

• High−speed Consumer Electronic Ports
• ESD Protection of PC Ports, Including USB Ports, Serial Ports, Parallel Ports, IEEE1394 Ports, Docking Ports, Proprietary Ports, etc.
• Protection of Interface Ports or IC Pins which are Exposed to High ESD Levels

Comparison

• Provides a high level of protection for sensitive electronic components from ESD
• Low I/O capacitance of 7 pF typical
• Can withstand over 1000 ESD strikes per I/O pin
• Pb-Free
• Compact SMT package saves board space and facilitates layout in space-critical applications

• Not suitable for applications requiring more than five channels of ESD protection
• Does not protect against other types of voltage transients