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Bourns Inc. 1.5SMBJ12CA — Circuit Protection

Bourns 1.5SMBJ12CA TVS Diode, 12V Bidirectional, DO-214AA

MPN1.5SMBJ12CA
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Bourns Inc. 1.5SMBJ12CA Automotive AEC-Q101 bidirectional TVS diode, Type Zener, 1500W peak pulse power, 12V reverse standoff, DO-214AA SMB package, Tape & Reel.

$0.2172Ref. price · indicative, final on quote
Independent supplier — new & surplus stockAuthenticity-screened · ESD-safe packingListing updated Aug 2026

Specifications

1.5SMBJ12CA specifications
ParameterValue
TypeZener
SeriesAutomotive, AEC-Q101, 1.5SMBJ
MountingSurface Mount
Voltage - breakdown13.3V
Voltage - clamping (Max) @ ipp19.9V
Voltage - reverse standoff12V
Current - peak pulse (10/1000μs)75.4A
Power - peak pulse1500W (1.5kW)
Power line protectionNo
Operating temperature-55°C~150°C(TJ)
PackageTape & Reel (TR)
ApplicationsGeneral Purpose
CaseDO-214AA, SMB
Bidirectional channels1

Product details

AEC-Q101 TVS for 12V rail protection

The 1.5SMBJ12CA: That power rating is the one that matters for fuse coordination and TVS sizing — a 1500W part on a 12V rail means the clamping voltage stays under 20V even at full surge current, keeping downstream silicon within its safe operating area.

Automotive temperature and package fit

Junction temperature range spans -55°C to 150°C, covering under-hood and engine-bay thermal profiles where ambient can hit 105°C and the TVS self-heats during repetitive surge events. The AEC-Q101 qualification includes the full suite of automotive stress tests — temperature cycling, high-temperature reverse bias, and humidity bias — so this part is production-ready for ECU, BMS, and ADAS sensor power inputs. Housed in the standard DO-214AA (SMB) surface-mount package, the 1.5SMBJ12CA shares the same footprint as other SMB TVS diodes. The package is rated for the 1500W pulse without derating at 25°C; above that, follow the manufacturer's power derating curve in the datasheet. Tape-and-reel packaging (TR) suits automated pick-and-place assembly.

Sourcing and compliance

The part carries AEC-Q101 automotive qualification as its primary compliance signal. RoHS and REACH compliance are standard for Bourns' 1.5SMBJ series; the manufacturer provides full material declaration and test reports upon request through the supply chain.

Frequently asked questions

What is the closest pin-compatible alternative to 1.5SMBJ12CA?

No official second source is documented. Any AEC-Q101 qualified 1500W bidirectional TVS diode in a DO-214AA (SMB) package with 12V reverse standoff is a functional equivalent — verify the breakdown voltage range and clamping voltage match the circuit's protection requirements.

What compliance documentation does Bourns provide for 1.5SMBJ12CA?

The 1.5SMBJ series is AEC-Q101 qualified. RoHS and REACH compliance documentation, along with material declarations, are available from Bourns through the supply chain upon request.