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Microchip Technology SMCJ78CE3/TR13 — Circuit Protection

SMCJ78CE3/TR13 TVS Diode – 1.5 kW, 78 V Bidirectional

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Microchip Technology SMCJ78CE3/TR13, Zener TVS Diode, 78 V reverse standoff, bidirectional, 1.5 kW peak pulse power, DO-214AB (SMC) package, Tape & Reel.

$0.5850Ref. price · indicative, final on quote
Sourced new & surplus through independent channelsAuthenticity-screened · ESD-safe packingListing updated Aug 2026

Specifications

SMCJ78CE3/TR13 specifications
ParameterValue
TypeZener
MountingSurface Mount
Voltage - breakdown86.7V
Voltage - clamping (Max) @ ipp139V
Voltage - reverse standoff78V
Current - peak pulse (10/1000μs)10.8A
Power - peak pulse1500W (1.5kW)
Power line protectionNo
Operating temperature-65°C~150°C(TJ)
PackageTape & Reel (TR)
ApplicationsGeneral Purpose
CaseDO-214AB, SMC
Bidirectional channels1

Product details

Bidirectional 78 V TVS with 1.5 kW surge rating

It clamps at 139 V maximum at the peak pulse current of 10.8 A, with a minimum breakdown voltage of 86.7 V.

The 86.7 V minimum breakdown sets the threshold where the TVS starts to avalanche; below that voltage the part is essentially an open circuit. The 139 V maximum clamp is the voltage the protected circuitry sees during a surge event — any downstream component rated below that clamp voltage risks overstress. The 10.8 A peak pulse current is the current the device can sink at the clamp voltage for the 10/1000 µs waveform, defining the maximum surge energy it can absorb without failure.

Temperature range and package — fit for harsh environments

Active production — sourcing without lifecycle risk

The base product number is SMCJ78. Sourced per RFQ against BOM quantity; no stock-holding claim at this desk.

Frequently asked questions

Is SMCJ78CE3/TR13 bidirectional?

Yes, it has a single bidirectional channel. This means it clamps equally on positive and negative transients, which is useful for AC lines or DC rails where polarity reversal is possible.