uClamp2804L
Lightning and ESD Protection
for Gigabit Ethernet Interfaces
PROTECTION PRODUCTS - MicroClamp®
Features
Description
The μClamp®2804L TVS diode is specifically designed
to meet the performance requirements of Gigabit
Ethernet interfaces. They are designed to protect
sensitive PHY chips from damage or upset due to
electrostatic discharge (ESD), lightning, electrical fast
transients (EFT), and cable discharge events (CDE).
High ESD withstand Voltage: +/-30kV (Contact/Air)
per IEC 61000-4-2
Able to withstand over 1000 ESD strikes per IEC
61000-4-2 Level 4
Flow-through design simplifies layout
Protects two line pairs
The μClamp2804L is constructed using Semtech’s low
voltage EPD process technology. The EPD process
provides low operating voltages with significant reduc-
tions in leakage current and capacitance over silicon-
avalanche diode processes. The device features low
variation in capacitance over bias for stable operation
on GbE lines. This means the μClamp2804L will
introduce zero traffic frame errors on GbE interfaces
up to a PHY temperature of 100oC (100M Cat 5/5e
Cable). The μClamp2804L also features high surge
capability and can be used to replace existing SLVU2.8-
4 devices in applications where the device is placed on
the PHY side of the magnetics. In this configuration,
the device can withstand intra-building lightning surges
per Telcordia GR-1089.
Low reverse current: 10nA typical (VR=2.8V)
Low variation in capacitance vs. bias voltage:
1.3pF Typical (VR = 0 to 2.8V)
Working voltage: 2.8V
Solid-state silicon-avalanche technology
Mechanical Characteristics
JEDEC SO-8 package
Pb-Free, Halogen Free, RoHS/WEEE Compliant
Lead Finish: Matte tin
Molding compound flammability rating: UL 94V-0
Marking : Marking code, date code
Packaging : Tape and Reel
The μClamp2804L is in a 8-pin SOIC package. The
leads are finished with lead-free matte tin. The combi-
nation of low clamping voltage, high surge capability,
and low loading capacitance makes the uClamp2804L
an ideal solution for protecting GbE systems to the
lightning immunity requirements of GR-1089.
Applications
10/100/1000 Ethernet
Integrated magnetics/RJ-45 connectors
LAN/WAN Equipment
Security Cameras
Industrial Controls
Notebooks & Desktop Computers
Functional Circuit Diagram
Package Configuration
1.27
6.00
4.00
1
2
5.00
1.75
SO-8 (Max Dimensions in mm)
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Revision 7/19/2011
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