SM712

Asymmerical TVS Diode for

Extended Common-Mode RS-485

PROTECTION PRODUCTS
Description Features
The SM712 transient voltage suppressor (TVS) diode • Transient Protection to
is designed for asymmetrical (12V to -7V) protection s IEC 61000-4-2 (ESD): ±30kV (Air), ±30kV (Contact)
s IEC 61000-4-4 (EFT): 40A (5/50ns)
in multi-point data transmission standard RS-485
s IEC 61000-4-5 (Lightning): 21A for 12V TVS & 38A
applications. The SM712 may be used to protect devices for 7V TVS (tp = 8/20µs)
from transient voltages resulting from electrostatic • Protects two +12V to -7V lines
discharge (ESD), eletrical fast transients (EFT), and • Peak pulse power (tp = 8/20μs): 500-700W
lightning. • Low capacitance
• Low clamping voltage
• Solid-State Silicon-Avalanche Technology
The SM712 features more than 500 Watts (tp = 8/20
μs) of power handling capability to accommodate the Mechanical Characteristics
higher transient voltage levels which may be expected
in extended commom mode applications. This provides • JEDEC SOT23 Package
• Molding Compound Flammability Rating: UL 94V-0
higher equipment reliability and eliminates the “guess • Pb-Free, Halogen Free, RoHS/WEEE compliant
work“ required when using Zener diodes that are not • Marking: 712
rated to handle such transient conditions. • Packaging: Tape and Reel

The SM712 replaces four discrete components by Applications

integrating two 12V and two 7V TVS diodes in a single • RS-485 tranceivers with extended common mode
package. The integrated design aids in reducing voltage range
over-shoot associated with trace inductance. The low • Security systems
clamping voltage of SM712 minimizes the stress on the • Automatic Teller Machines
protected transceiver. • HFC systems
• Networks

Circuit Diagram Schematic and Pin Configuration

I/O 1 I/O 2
3
1 2

12V 12V

7V 7V

SM712
GND 3 1 2

SOT23 (Top View)

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Absolute Maximum Ratings

Rating Symbol Value Units

Peak Pulse Power (tp = 8/20µs) PPK 550- 700 W

Peak Pulse Current (tp = 8/20µs), Pin 1 or 2 to Pin 3 21

IPP A
Peak Pulse Current (tp = 8/20µs), Pin 3 to Pin 1 or 2 38
ESD per IEC 61000-4-2 (Contact)(1) 30
VESD kV
ESD per IEC 61000-4-2 (Air)(1) 30
O
Lead Soldering Temperature TL 260 (10 sec.) C
O
Operating Temperature TJ -55 to +125 C
O
Storage Temperature TSTG -55 to +150 C

Electrical Characteristics (T=25OC unless otherwise specified)

Parameter Symbol Conditions Min. Typ. Max. Units
Pin 1 or Pin 2 to 3 12
Reverse Stand-Off Voltage VRWM V
Pin 3 to Pin 1 or 2 7
It = 1mA, Pin 1 or 2 to Pin 3 13.3 V
Reverse Breakdown Voltage VBR
It = 1mA, Pin 3 and Pin 1 or 2 7.5
VR = 12 V, Pin 1 or Pin 2 to 3 1
Reverse Leakage Current IR μA
VR = 7 V, Pin 3 to Pin 1 or 2 20
IPP = 5A, Pin 1 or 2 to Pin 3, tp = 8/20µs 20
Clamping Voltage VC V
IPP = 5A, Pin 3 to Pin 1 or 2, tp = 8/20µs 10
IPP = 21A, Pin 1 or 2 to Pin 3, tp = 8/20µs 26
Clamping Voltage VC V
IPP = 38A, Pin 3 to Pin 1 or 2, tp = 8/20µs 19
Pin 1 or 2 to Pin 3 75
VR = 0V
Pin 3 to Pin 1 or 2 75
Junction Capacitance CJ pF
VR =12V Pin 1 or 2 to Pin 3 57
VR =7V Pin 3 to Pin 1 or 2 35

Notes:
(1): ESD Gun return path to Ground Reference Plane (GRP)
(2): Transmission Line Pulse Test (TLP) Settings: tp = 100ns, tr = 0.2ns, ITLP and V TLP averaging window: t1 = 70ns to t2 = 90ns.
(3): Dynamic resistance calculated from ITLP = 4A to ITLP = 16A.

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Typical Characteristics
Non-Repetitive Peak Pulse Power vs. Pulse Time Power Derating Curve

120

10
100
Peak Pulse Power - PPP (kW)

% of Rated Power or IPP

Pin 3 to Pin 1 or 2 80
1

60

Pin 1 or 2 to Pin 3 40
0.1

20
TA = 25OC
0.01 DR040514-25-125-150

0.1 1 10 100 1000 0

Pulse Duration - tp (µs) 0 25 50 75 100 125 150
Ambient Temperature - TA (OC)

Clamping Voltage vs. Peak Pulse Current (tp = 8/20µs) Capacitance vs. Reverse Voltage

30 80

70
25
Clamping Voltage - VC (V)

Pin 1 or 2 to Pin 3 60
Pin 3 to Pin 1 or 2
20
Capacitance - CJ (pF)

50

Pin 1 or 2 to Pin 3
15 40

30
10 Pin 3 to Pin 1 or 2

20
5
10 TA = 25OC.
f = 1 MHz.
SM712 8x20us 7V SM712_AR_CAPvV
0 0
0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14
Peak Pulse Current - IPP (A) Reverse Voltage - VR (V)

TLP IV Curve (Pin 1 or 2 to Pin 3) TLP IV Curve (Pin 3 to Pin 1 or 2)

35 5
TA = 25OC TA = 25OC
tP = 100ns, tR = 0.2ns tP = 100ns
30 0 tR = 0.2ns
tMEAS = 70-90ns
tMEAS = 70-90ns
25
-5

20
TLP Current (A)

TLP Current (A)

-10
15
-15
10
-20
5

-25
0
SM712_TLP_POS SM712_TLP_NEG

-5 -30
0 5 10 15 20 25 -14 -12 -10 -8 -6 -4 -2 0

TLP Voltage (V) TLP Voltage (V)

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Typical Characteristics
ESD Clamping Voltage (+8kV Contact per IEC 61000-4-2) ESD Clamping Voltage (-8kV Contact per IEC 61000-4-2)

180 0
TA = 25OC.
160 Waveform IEC61000-4-2 +8kV. -20
Measured with and corrected for 50Ω, 40dB Attenuator.
50Ω Scope Input Impedance, ≥2GHz BW.
140 ESD Gun Return connected to Ground Reference Plane.
-40
Clamping Voltage - VC (V)

Clamping Voltage - VC (V)

120 -60

100 -80

80 -100

60 -120
TA = 25OC.
40 -140 Waveform IEC61000-4-2 -8kV.
Measured with and corrected for 50Ω, 40dB Attenuator.
20 -160 50Ω Scope Input Impedance, ≥2GHz BW.
ESD Gun Return connected to ESD Ground Plane.
SM712_P8_ESD
SM712_IEC_N8_ESD
0 -180
-10 10 30 50 70 90 -10 10 30 50 70 90
Time (ns) Time (ns)

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Application Information
Device Connection for Protection of Two RS-485 Data RS-485 Common Mode Voltages
Lines
EIA RS-485 specifies a ±7V ground difference between VCC1 VCC2
devices on the bus. This permits the bus voltage to 5V 5V

range from +12V (5V + 7V) to -7V (0-7V). 4000 ft Twisted Pair
A B

The SM712 is designed to protect two RS-485 data lines INPUT 100 100 OUTPUT

in extended common mode applications. The SM712 B A

may be used to protect devices from transient voltages GND
resulting from ESD, EFT, and lightning. The device is -+
12V to -7V
designed with asymmetrical operating voltages for Common mode voltage
optimum protection. The TVS diodes at pins 1 and
2 have a working voltage of 12 volts. These pins are
connected to the differential data line pairs. The TVS
diodes at pin 3 have a working voltage of 7 volts. Pin 3 RS-485 Protection Circuit
is connected to ground. The internal TVS diodes of the VCC
SM712 will protect the transceiver input from positive 5V

transient votlage spikes greater than 12V and negative

SS RT

spikes greater than 7V.

SS
SM05

A series current limiting resistor may be added in

applications requiring enhanced surge immunity. D

Circuit Board Layout Recommendations 12V 12V

Good circuit board layout is critical for the suppression
R
of fast rise time transients such as ESD. The following 7V 7V

guidelines are recommended:

SM712

• Place the SM712 near the input terminals or

connectors to restrict electromagnetic coupling.
• Minimize the path length between the SM712 and
the protected line. This minimizes voltage overshoot
due to parastic inductance of board traces.
• Use ground planes whenever possible.
• Long, single trace ground conductors should
be avoided. The ground pin (Pin 3) should be
connected directly to a ground plane on the circuit
board for best results.
• Minimize all conductive loops including power and
ground loops.
• Never run critical signals near board edges.

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Outline Drawing - SOT-23
e1
DIMENSIONS
3 MILLIMETERS
B DIM
MIN NOM MAX
A 0.89 - 1.20
A1 0.01 - 0.10
A2 0.88 - 1.10
E b 0.30 - 0.51
E1 c 0.08 - 0.18
D 2.80 2.90 3.04
E1 1.20 1.30 1.40
E 2.10 - 2.64
e 1.90 BSC
e1 0.95 BSC
1 2 L 0.40 0.50 0.60
L1 (0.55)
bxN N 3
bbb C A B 0 0° - 8°
e aaa 0.10
bbb 0.20

D A

aaa C A2 A

SEATING
PLANE
C A1 H

GAUGE PLANE 0 c
SEATING
PLANE
C
0.25 L
SIDE VIEW L1
SEE DETAIL A DETAIL A
NOTES:
1. CONTROLLING DIMENSIONS ARE IN MILLIMETERS (ANGLES IN DEGREES).
2. DATUMS -A- AND -B- TO BE DETERMINED AT DATUM PLANE -H-
3. DIMENSIONS "E1" AND "D" DO NOT INCLUDE MOLD FLASH, PROTRUSIONS
OR GATE BURRS.

Land Pattern - SOT-23

X

DIMENSIONS
DIM MILLIMETERS
C (2.20)
Z
(C) G G 0.80
E1 0.95
E 1.90
X 1.00
Y 1.40
Z 3.60
Y

E1

NOTES:

1. CONTROLLING DIMENSIONS ARE IN MILLIMETERS (ANGLES IN DEGREES).

2. THIS LAND PATTERN IS FOR REFERENCE PURPOSES ONLY
CONSULT YOUR MANUFACTURING GROUP TO ENSURE YOUR
COMPANY'S MANUFACTURING GUIDELINES ARE MET.
3. REFERENCE IPC-SM-782A.

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Marking Code

712

1 2

Tape and Reel Specification

712 712 712

Pin 1 Location

User Direction of feed

Ordering Information
Part Number Qty per Reel Reel Size Carrier Tape Pitch
SM712.TCT 3,000 7 Inch Plastic 4mm
MicroClamp and uClamp are registered trademarks of Semtech Corporation.

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