TVS Diode Selection & Testing Guide: 5V, 12V & 24V Matrix Explained
Preface A Transient Voltage Suppressor (TVS) diode is the quiet bodyguard that stands between your circuit and every electrical storm. You rarely notice it—until a static discharge, lightning surge, or automotive load dump hits the line. Whether your board runs on 5 V, 12 V, or 24 V rails, the wrong diode can clamp too late or leak too early.
