SM8S12A AI Analysis:
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SM8S12A product

SM8S12A

Transient Voltage Suppressors (TVS)

TVS DiodeAutomotive6600W

The SM8S12A is a high-power 6600W TVS diode designed for automotive load dump protection in a DO-218AB package.

Best for

  • Automotive load dump protection
  • High-power transient suppression

Avoid if

  • Applications requiring low-profile or small-footprint components

Check before use

  • Thermal dissipation on PCB
  • Pulse waveform compatibility

Key specifications

Peak Pulse Power
6600 W
Reverse Stand-Off Voltage
12 V
Clamping Voltage
19.9 V

Compliance & Environment

RoHS
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REACH
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MSL
-
ECCN
-
HTSUS
-

Application

AutomotivePower Supply

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Questions & answers

The SM8S12A is a surface-mount transient voltage suppressor (TVS) diode capable of handling 6600W peak pulse power, specifically designed for automotive electronics.