34.2V breakdown, 1500W pulse – what it buys the board
The 1N6052AE3/TR: The minimum breakdown voltage is 34.2V, clamping at 49.9V with a 30A peak pulse current. That 1500W rating means it can absorb a hefty surge without failing — think industrial motor drives or outdoor telecom gear where transients are a given.
Bidirectional, single channel – no polarity fuss
One bidirectional channel means you can drop it across an AC signal line or a bipolar rail without worrying about orientation. The reverse standoff voltage is 30V, so it stays out of the way below that and only starts conducting when the transient pushes past 34.2V. No power line protection — this is for signal or low-power DC rails, not mains.
Active production, tape & reel – sourcing posture
Microchip lists this part as Active — no end-of-life notice, no last-time buy pressure. It ships in tape & reel, which is the standard for automated pick-and-place, though the DO-13 axial body is through-hole mount. Sourced per RFQ against your BOM quantity.
DO-13 axial package – field-swap friendly
The DO-202AA / DO-13 axial package is a rugged glass-passivated body with wire leads. Mounting is through-hole, so you can replace it on site with a soldering iron and a pair of cutters; no hot-air station needed.