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STMicroelectronics P6KE68CARL — Circuit Protection

ST P6KE68CARL Bidirectional TVS Diode, 600W, 58V Standoff

MPNP6KE68CARL
Obsolete

STMicroelectronics P6KE68CARL, P6KE TRANSIL™ series, bidirectional Zener TVS diode, 600W peak pulse power, 58V reverse standoff voltage, 64.6V breakdown, 121V clamping, DO-204AC (DO-15) axial through-hole package.

$0.4200Ref. price · indicative, final on quote
Independent supplier — new & surplus stockAuthenticity-screened · ESD-safe packingListing updated Jul 2026

Specifications

P6KE68CARL specifications
ParameterValue
TypeZener
SeriesP6KE, TRANSIL™
MountingThrough Hole
Voltage - breakdown64.6V
Voltage - clamping (Max) @ ipp121V
Voltage - reverse standoff58V
Current - peak pulse (10/1000μs)33A (8/20µs)
Power - peak pulse600W
Power line protectionNo
Capacitance @ frequency312.5pF @ 1MHz
PackageTape & Reel (TR); Cut Tape (CT)
ApplicationsGeneral Purpose
CaseDO-204AC, DO-15, Axial
Bidirectional channels1

Product details

What the P6KE68CARL protects and how it clamps

It offers a single bidirectional channel rated for 600 W peak pulse power (8/20 µs waveform), with a reverse standoff voltage of 58 V, a minimum breakdown voltage of 64.6 V, and a maximum clamping voltage of 121 V at 33 A (8/20 µs waveform).

The 600 W rating is the device's peak pulse power dissipation capability for an 8/20 µs waveform, which translates to a 33 A peak pulse current. This part clamps at 121 V maximum, so a 58 V nominal rail sees the transient clipped well before it reaches destructive levels.

Through-hole DO-15 — mounting and reflow considerations

The DO-15 axial package is a through-hole form factor intended for wave soldering or hand-solder assembly. It is not a surface-mount part, so it does not have an MSL rating for reflow.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I buy P6KE68CARL with available via RFQ confirmation?

The P6KE68CARL is obsolete and not stocked in active distribution.

What is the capacitance value of P6KE68CARL?

The P6KE68CARL has a typical capacitance of 312.5 pF measured at 1 MHz. This capacitance is a consideration for signal integrity on high-speed data lines, as it can load the line and affect rise times.