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Description
The PESDNC5D12VB ESD protector is designed to replace multilayer varistors (MLVs) in portable applications such as cell phones, notebook computers, and PDAs. They feature large cross-sectional area junctions for conducting high transient currents, offer desirable electrical characteristics for board level protection, such as fast response time, lower operating voltage, lower clamping voltage and no device degradation when compared to MLVs. The PESDNC5D12VB protects sensitive semiconductor components from damage or upset due to electrostatic discharge (ESD) and other voltage induced transient events. It gives designer the flexibility to protect one unidirectional line in applications where arrays are not practical.