Date: 01/02/2009

Device to protect mobile phones from bad chargers

ST microelectronics has made available a new surge protection device for mobile phones and other portable devices keeping in view of proposed universal chargers. This discrete semiconductor component ESDA8V2-1MX2 absorbs mains-borne surges containing up to 500 Watts peak pulse energy, higher than the similar products in the market. The ESDA8V2-1MX2 has 55% smaller footprint, measuring 1.0 x 1.45mm and a thinner profile of 0.55mm. Also features low leakage current.

Ideal applications include cellphone handsets, GPS receivers, and personal media players.
Universal and USB ports chargers have become necessity due to environment and economic issues. This device is aimed at the concept, where protecting the phone is better option than providing exclusive charger for each portable gadget.

The ESDA8V2-1MX2 is available immediately in sample quantities or for full production, priced at $0.11 for 10,000 pieces.