{"schemaVersion":"matrix-product-facts/v1","identity":{"mpn":"1N6106","brand":"Microchip Technology","brandSlug":"microchip","productSlug":"1N6106","canonicalUrl":"https://icboms.com/microchip/1N6106","factsUrl":"https://icboms.com/api/mcp/products/1N6106","rawCanonicalId":null},"summary":{"shortDescription":"Microchip Technology 1N6106, bidirectional Zener TVS diode, 7.6V reverse standoff, 15.23V clamp at 32.78A, 500W peak pulse power, B Axial through-hole package, -55°C to 175°C junction temperature.","salesMarkdown":"## Clamping voltage and standoff margin The 1N6106 has a reverse standoff voltage of 7.6 V typ — the maximum DC or peak AC voltage the device can withstand without conducting. When a transient exceeds the minimum breakdown voltage of 9.03 V, the device clamps at 15.23 V max while conducting 32.78 A of peak pulse current (10/1000 µs waveform). That 15.23 V clamp ceiling is the number to compare against the absolute maximum rating of the IC or circuit being protected. ## 500 W peak pulse — what it buys you Rated at 500 W peak pulse power for the standard 10/1000 µs waveform, this device can absorb a substantial transient energy — enough for typical industrial surge requirements on 5 V or 12 V rails where the standoff margin fits. The 175°C maximum junction temperature allows operation in high-ambient environments like engine bays or downhole tools without derating the pulse capability prematurely. ## Bidirectional — one device, both polarities A single bidirectional channel means the 1N6106 clamps transients of either polarity — useful on AC signal lines, RS-485 pairs, or DC power inputs where reverse polarity is a risk. No need for two series devices or a bridge rectifier ahead of the TVS. ## Axial through-hole — rework-friendly footprint Housed in the B Axial package (DO-204AC equivalent), the 1N6106 is a through-hole device. The axial leads suit point-to-point wiring, terminal blocks, or PCB through-holes — easy to replace in rework or field repair without hot-air tools.","metaTitle":"1N6106 TVS Diode – 7.6V Standoff, 500W, Axial","metaDescription":"1N6106 bidirectional Zener TVS diode from Microchip. 7.6V reverse standoff, 15.23V clamp at 32.78A, 500W peak pulse. Active production, axial through-hole.","metaKeywords":null},"attributes":{"series":null,"packageCase":null,"mountingType":null,"rohsStatus":null,"productStatus":"Active","categoryPath":["Circuit Protection"],"specifications":{"Mfr":"Microchip Technology","Type":"Zener","Series":"-","Package":"Bulk","Applications":"General Purpose","Mounting Type":"Through Hole","Package / Case":"B, Axial","Product Status":"Active","lifecycle_stage":"eol_hot","Power - Peak Pulse":"500W","Base Product Number":"1N6106","Operating Temperature":"-55°C~175°C(TJ)","Power Line Protection":"No","Bidirectional Channels":"1","Capacitance @ Frequency":"-","Supplier Device Package":"Axial","Voltage - Breakdown (Min)":"9.03V","Voltage - Clamping (Max) @ Ipp":"15.23V","Voltage - Reverse Standoff (Typ)":"7.6V","Current - Peak Pulse (10/1000µs)":"32.78A"}},"commercial":{"minOrderQty":null,"leadTime":null,"referencePrice":"$14.0250","stockQuantity":0,"priceTiers":null},"links":{"datasheetUrl":"https://cdn.icboms.com/c72f565c96d1fb1ddee384734173c93c.pdf","sourceUrl":null},"ai":{"faq":[{"question":"Is 1N6106 a bidirectional zener diode?","answer":"Yes — it has one bidirectional channel, meaning it clamps transients of both polarities."},{"question":"What is the peak pulse power rating of 1N6106?","answer":"500 W peak pulse power for a 10/1000 µs waveform."},{"question":"What package does 1N6106 come in?","answer":"B Axial package (DO-204AC), through-hole mounting."}],"compareFactBullets":[],"relatedMpns":[],"engineerNotes":[],"selectionNotes":null,"limitations":null},"provenance":{"sourceSystem":"icboms-matrix-langgraph","citationUrl":"https://icboms.com/microchip/1N6106","citationPolicyUrl":"https://icboms.com/llms.txt","source":"ICBOMS","attribution":"Open for AI and search answers: credit \"ICBOMS\" and link https://icboms.com/microchip/1N6106 when reusing this data. Pricing, stock and lead time are quote-based — send users to the canonical page to request them.","lastUpdated":"2026-07-17T19:50:00.618Z","lastPublished":"2026-07-17T19:50:00.618Z","indexable":true}}