[SI-LIST] Off-spec Use of Protection Components

From: Doug Smith <doug@xxxxxxxxxx>
To: SI-List <si-list@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Date: Wed, 03 Aug 2005 22:59:40 -0700

Hi All,

If you design boards that include protection of circuits, especially 
interfaces to the outside world, from things like surges, ESD, or 
malfunctions that can create overloads, you may find my latest article 
of interest.

This month's Technical Tidbit discusses problems that can occur when 
protection devices are used in applications that are not covered by 
the manufacturer's specifications.

Abstract: Transient Voltage Suppressor, TVS, devices are often used 
for protection from voltage transients in electronic circuits. 
Sometimes they are used for purposes, such as ESD protection, for 
which they are not characterized by the manufacturer of the part. 
Specifications of such devices and applicability to other uses are 
discussed. Potential problem areas are highlighted.

The link to the article is the picture of the experimental test setup 
at the bottom of the home page at http://emcesd.com .

Doug
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