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Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division 1.5KE120C-E3/73 — Circuit Protection

1.5KE120C-E3/73 Vishay TVS, 1.5kW, Bidirectional

MPN1.5KE120C-E3/73
Obsolete

Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division TransZorb® TVS, Type Zener, 1.5kW peak pulse, 97.2V standoff, 173V clamp, DO-201AA axial, Bidirectional.

Independent supplier — new & surplus stockAuthenticity-screened · ESD-safe packingListing updated Jul 2026

Specifications

1.5KE120C-E3/73 specifications
ParameterValue
TypeZener
SeriesTransZorb®
MountingThrough Hole
Voltage - breakdown108V
Voltage - clamping (Max) @ ipp173V
Voltage - reverse standoff97.2V
Current - peak pulse (10/1000μs)8.7A
Power - peak pulse1500W (1.5kW)
Power line protectionNo
Operating temperature-55°C~175°C(TJ)
PackageTape & Box (TB)
ApplicationsGeneral Purpose
CaseDO-201AA, DO-27, Axial
Bidirectional channels1

Product details

Bidirectional, axial-lead, 175°C rated

The 1.5KE120C-E3/73: This single-channel bidirectional device fits through-hole mounting in a DO-201AA (DO-27) axial package, rated for continuous junction temperature from -55°C up to 175°C. The 1.5kW peak pulse rating suits it for general-purpose transient suppression on 120V DC or 120V AC peak rails where a bidirectional clamp is preferred.

Obsolete — sourcing through independent channels

Vishay has marked the 1.5KE120C-/73 as obsolete. No official successor part number is recorded. For new designs a functionally equivalent bidirectional TVS with a 97.2V standoff and 1.5kW rating should be selected from current Vishay or competitor portfolios.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I buy 1.5KE120C-/73 and get a price?

The 1.5KE120C-/73 is obsolete but available through independent distribution. Submit a request for your BOM quantity.