Product Overview
The P4SMA20A is a 400W unidirectional TVS diode from Littelfuse’s P4SMA series in a DO-214AC (SMA) surface-mount package. With a reverse standoff voltage of 20V, it provides transient voltage suppression for 15V-18V DC power rails and is a close neighbor to the P4SMA18A with slightly higher voltage rating.
Key Specifications
| Reverse Standoff Voltage (Vr) | 20V |
| Breakdown Voltage Min | 22.2V |
| Breakdown Voltage Max | 24.5V |
| Clamping Voltage (Vc) | 32.4V |
| Peak Pulse Power (10/1000μs) | 400W |
| Peak Pulse Current (Ipp) | 12.3A |
| Polarity | Unidirectional |
| Package | DO-214AC (SMA) |
| Operating Temperature | -55°C to +150°C |
Features
- 400W peak pulse power at 10/1000μs
- Unidirectional — ideal for positive DC rails
- Low profile SMA (DO-214AC) package
- Excellent clamping capability
- RoHS compliant
Applications
- 18V DC power rail protection
- Industrial control power supply protection
- Automotive 12V battery system (with margin)
- Telecom 20V supply protection
- General purpose transient suppression