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Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division 1.5KE68HE3/73 — Circuit Protection

1.5KE68HE3/73 Vishay Zener TVS, 1.5kW, DO-201AA

MPN1.5KE68HE3/73
Obsolete

Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division, Automotive AEC-Q101 TransZorb, Zener TVS Diode, 1.5KE68HE3/73, 1500W, 55.1V Standoff, 98V Clamp, DO-201AA Axial, Through Hole.

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

Specifications

1.5KE68HE3/73 specifications
ParameterValue
TypeZener
SeriesAutomotive, AEC-Q101, TransZorb®
MountingThrough Hole
Voltage - breakdown61.2V
Voltage - clamping (Max) @ ipp98V
Voltage - reverse standoff55.1V
Current - peak pulse (10/1000μs)15.3A
Power - peak pulse1500W (1.5kW)
Power line protectionNo
Operating temperature-55°C~175°C(TJ)
PackageTape & Box (TB)
ApplicationsAutomotive
CaseDO-201AA, DO-27, Axial
Unidirectional channels1

Product details

Lifecycle status and sourcing reality

The 1.5KE68HE3/73 is listed as Obsolete by Vishay, meaning the manufacturer no longer produces this part.

Automotive-grade transient protection

Part of the Automotive, AEC-Q101 qualified TransZorb series, this Zener TVS diode is designed for transient voltage suppression in automotive electronics.

Package and board integration

Supplied in Tape & Box (TB) format, the 1.5KE68HE3/73 is compatible with automated insertion equipment for volume assembly.

Frequently asked questions

How can I order the 1.5KE68HE3/73 or check current availability?

This obsolete part is sourced to order against an RFQ.