TVS diode rating and application fit
The 1N6160A is a Zener-based transient voltage suppressor rated for 1500W peak pulse power per the 10/1000 µs waveform, with a reverse standoff voltage of 42.6V and a maximum clamping voltage of 77V at 19.5A peak pulse current. It is a single bidirectional channel, clamping both positive and negative transients — useful for protecting AC signal lines or bipolar DC rails where polarity is not fixed. The through-hole axial package (B, Axial) is straightforward to hand-solder or rework; the large body handles the thermal pulse of a 1500W surge without cracking the solder joint.
(the listed package option), suitable for through-hole assembly lines or manual insertion.