1500W Zener TVS – surge protection for 100V rails
The 1N6169A: It clamps transients on a nominal 98.8V reverse standoff rail to a maximum 178.8V, with a minimum breakdown voltage of 123.5V. The 8.4A peak pulse current rating gives the margin needed for industrial surge environments.
123.5V breakdown – where it sets the protection threshold
The 123.5V minimum breakdown voltage defines the voltage at which the diode starts conducting in avalanche. Below that, the 98.8V reverse standoff is the maximum DC voltage the protected line can see without leakage. The 178.8V clamping voltage is the peak the downstream equipment must survive during a surge event.
For BOM planning, this means consistent supply through authorized distribution without the urgency of a lifetime buy.
Through-hole axial package – board-level fit
in the B, Axial package with a Through Hole mounting style. The axial lead form factor is common in high-reliability and industrial power supplies where wave-solder assembly is standard.