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Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division 1.5SMC170AHM3_A/I — Circuit Protection

Vishay 1.5SMC170AHM3_A/I TVS Diode, 1500W, DO-214AB

MPN1.5SMC170AHM3_A/I
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Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division, 1.5SMC series, Automotive AEC-Q101 TransZorb® TVS diode, Type Zener, 1500W peak pulse, DO-214AB (SMC) surface mount, Tape & Reel.

Sourced new & surplus through independent channelsAuthenticity-screened · ESD-safe packingListing updated Aug 2026

Specifications

1.5SMC170AHM3_A/I specifications
ParameterValue
TypeZener
SeriesAutomotive, AEC-Q101, 1.5SMC, TransZorb®
MountingSurface Mount
Voltage - breakdown162V
Voltage - clamping (Max) @ ipp234V
Voltage - reverse standoff145V
Current - peak pulse (10/1000μs)6.4A
Power - peak pulse1500W (1.5kW)
Power line protectionNo
Operating temperature-65°C~150°C(TJ)
PackageTape & Reel (TR)
ApplicationsAutomotive, Telecom
CaseDO-214AB, SMC
Unidirectional channels1

Product details

1500 W peak pulse in a DO-214AB footprint

The 1.5SMC170AHM3_A/I: It clamps a 145 V reverse standoff voltage to a maximum of 234 V at a peak pulse current of 6.4 A.

Voltage clamping and application fit

With a 145 V reverse standoff voltage (working voltage), this TVS sits on a 145 V nominal rail and remains transparent until a transient pushes it above the 162 V minimum breakdown threshold. The 234 V maximum clamping voltage defines the peak voltage the downstream circuitry must survive during a 6.4 A pulse. The 1500 W peak pulse rating (10/1000 µs) is the standard TVS power metric — it translates to the device's ability to absorb a defined surge without failing. For shorter transients (e.g., 8/20 µs), the peak power capability is significantly higher, but the 10/1000 µs figure is the one used for cross-reference and derating calculations. It is suited for 145 V bus protection in automotive and telecom equipment where the board sees the full temperature range.

Active production and ordering posture

Sourced through authorized and independent distribution channels. The Tape & Reel packaging suits automated pick-and-place assembly.

Frequently asked questions

What is the 1.5SMC170AHM3_A/I used for?

It is a 1500 W unidirectional TVS diode for protecting 145 V DC rails from voltage transients. Typical applications include automotive electronics (ECUs, sensors, infotainment) and telecom line cards where AEC-Q101 qualification is required.

What is the difference between the 1.5SMC170AHM3_A/I and a standard 1.5SMC170A?

The HM3 suffix indicates AEC-Q101 automotive qualification and a specific lead-free, halogen-free finish. The electrical parameters (145 V standoff, 234 V clamp, 1500 W peak pulse) are identical to the commercial-grade 1.5SMC170A. The HM3 variant is the one to specify for automotive PPAP requirements.