BOURNS 2038-15-SM-RPLF

Bourns offers a symmetrical surface mount (SM) 3-electrode GDT surge protection device. The industry-leading quality and features of the Bourns miniature-TRIGARDTM series GDT continue in the 2038 symmetrical version. The 2038 series is ideal for board level protection of high bandwidth applications such as xDSL, cable broadband and high speed Ethernet, due to its symmetrical turn on characteristics as well as high energy-handling capability, long and stable life performance and low capacitance of less than 1 pF. The 2038 series breakdown voltages are nearly equal line to line as well as line to ground. Bourns? Gas Discharge Tubes (GDT) are designed to prevent damage from transient disturbances by acting as a “crowbar" in creating a virtual short-to-ground circuit during conduction. When an electrical surge exceeds the defined breakdown voltage level of the GDT, the gas becomes ionized and rapid conduction takes place. When the surge passes and the system voltage returns to normal levels, the GDT returns to its high-impedance (off) state.

• Balanced Mini-TRIGARDTM (5 mm diameter, 7.5 mm length)
• Ideal for board level protection of broadband circuits
• Symmetrical breakdown voltage (L-L, L-G)
• Leadless, surface mount for economical assembly
• High surge current rating, low insertion loss
• Stable breakdown throughout life
• RoHS compliant versions available

• xDSL
• cable broadband
• high speed Ethernet