ProTek Devices’ New Set of TVS Devices Deliver MIL-STD Grade Circuit Protection in Aircrafts

­ProTek Devices has introduced a new set of transient voltage suppressors (TVS) primarily for 28 volt aircraft circuit protection applications, such as DC power supply protection. For this effort, the TVS devices meet standards compliance for MIL-STD-704 and MIL-STD-19500, in addition to being RTCA DO-160G standards compliant.

The PAL704-P15K36 and PAL704-P15K36T are 15 kilowatt silicon TVS devices. These assemblies typically operate with a minimum source impedance of 0.25 Ohms. They have a peak pulse power rating of 15,000 watts for a 1 MS waveshape. Therefore, they can also be used in applications where induced lightning on rural or remote transmission lines present a hazard to electronic circuitry.

The PAL704-P15K36 is designed for high current short peak pulse transient applications. Meanwhile, the PAL704-P15K36T is designed for extended peak pulse transients greater than one millisecond. Each device is 100 percent tested.

Mechanical Details and Availability Information

ProTek Devices’ PAL704-P15K36 and PAL704-P15K36T are now available in a molded plastic case. The PAL704-P15K36 has an approximate weight of 30 grams while the PAL704-P15K36T has an approximate weight of 48 grams. Both parts also have a flammability rating of UL 94V-0. The operating and storage temperature is -55 to 150 degrees Celsius. More technical specifications can be found on the company’s data sheet available online.

ProTek Devices’ circuit protection components include transient voltage suppressors (chipscale TVS arrays and EMI filter / TVS arrays), TVS diode arrays, steering diodes and steering diode hybrid arrays, steering diodes, thyristor surge suppressors, and high-powered components and modules. They are used worldwide in numerous applications to guard against various electric transient surges and high voltage spikes that can damage electronics investments. This includes aerospace subsystems, automotive subsystems, computing interfaces, consumer electronics, industrial and instrumentation equipment, medical devices, military subsystems, and in networking and telecommunications equipment.

Additional information is available here.