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STMicroelectronics 1.5KE120CA — Circuit Protection

1.5KE120CA STMicroelectronics TRANSIL™ TVS, 1500W

MPN1.5KE120CA
Obsolete

STMicroelectronics 1.5KE120CA, TRANSIL™ series, bidirectional Zener TVS diode, 1500W peak pulse power, 102V reverse standoff, 212V clamping, DO-201AA axial package.

$0.6300Ref. price · indicative, final on quote
Independent supplier — new & surplus stockAuthenticity-screened · ESD-safe packingListing updated Jul 2026

Specifications

1.5KE120CA specifications
ParameterValue
TypeZener
Series1.5KE, TRANSIL™
MountingThrough Hole
Voltage - breakdown114V
Voltage - clamping (Max) @ ipp212V
Voltage - reverse standoff102V
Current - peak pulse (10/1000μs)47A (8/20µs)
Power - peak pulse1500W (1.5kW)
Power line protectionNo
Capacitance @ frequency500pF @ 1MHz
PackageCut Tape (CT); Tape & Box (TB)
ApplicationsGeneral Purpose
CaseDO-201AA, DO-27, Axial
Bidirectional channels1

Product details

1500W bidirectional TVS in a DO-201 axial package

It delivers 1500W peak pulse power (1.5kW) per the 10/1000µs waveform, with a reverse standoff voltage of 102V and a maximum clamping voltage of 212V at the rated peak pulse current of 47A (also specified for the 8/20µs waveform).

The 1.5KE120CA is marked obsolete by STMicroelectronics.

Key ratings for the protection design

The 212V clamping voltage is the maximum voltage the load sees during the surge; ensure downstream components have adequate margin above this level. The 500pF capacitance at 1MHz is moderate — acceptable for power lines and low-speed signals, but may load high-frequency data lines.

Frequently asked questions

What is the replacement for 1.5KE120CA?

A functionally similar bidirectional TVS with a 102V standoff and 212V clamping in a DO-201 package should be selected based on the specific circuit requirements.