Toshiba Introduces Ultra-Low Capacitance TVS Diodes to Protect IoT Devices High-Frequency Antennas from ESD

     Toshiba Electronic Components & Storage Corporation announced the launch of an ultra-low capacitance TVS diode for high-frequency antennas, "DF2B6M4BSL". This diode protects semiconductors and other electronic components from static electricity and noise, while suppressing signal degradation.

     High-frequency antennas used in radio communications such as Wi-Fi need to protect the electronic components inside them by suppressing high harmonic distortion. The total capacitance of the DF2B6M4BSL is only 0.15pF (max), which is the smallest capacitance that Toshiba currently offers, and is approximately 25% lower than Toshiba's existing product, the DF2B6M4ASL. The new TVS diodes suppress high harmonic distortion with ultra-low capacitance, while reducing static and noise affecting components.

     High frequency antennas sometimes use ESD suppressors, which can be replaced by DF2B6M4BSL. TVS diodes offer higher protection than ESD suppressors and can reduce static voltages. In addition to helping to enhance the reliability of high-frequency antennas, the DF2B6M4BSL is also suitable for ESD protection of signal lines.