Transient-voltage-suppression diode

A transient-voltage-suppression (TVS) diode, also transil, transorb or thyrector, is an electronic component used to protect electronics from voltage spikes induced on connected wires.

TVS diode
STMicroelectronics Transil TVS devices
TypePassive
Working principleavalanche breakdown
Electronic symbol
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