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.
