Manufacturer Part Number
5KE6.8A
Manufacturer
Littelfuse
Introduction
Transient Voltage Suppressor (TVS) diode designed to protect electronic components from voltage spikes
Product Features and Performance
Bidirectional transient voltage suppression
Clamping voltage of 10.5V at 144.8A peak pulse current
Peak pulse power of 1500W (1.5kW)
High-surge capability
Unidirectional channels
Reverse standoff voltage of 5.8V
Breakdown voltage minimum of 6.45V
Product Advantages
Robust protection against voltage transients
Extended operating temperature range
Low incremental surge resistance
High-power handling capability
Key Technical Parameters
Voltage - Reverse Standoff (Typ): 5.8V
Voltage - Breakdown (Min): 6.45V
Voltage - Clamping (Max) @ Ipp: 10.5V
Current - Peak Pulse (10/1000µs): 144.8A
Power - Peak Pulse: 1500W
Quality and Safety Features
Built to handle repeated stress from voltage transients
Robust construction for long-term reliability
Compatibility
Through Hole mounting
DO-201AA, DO-27, Axial package for straightforward PCB integration
Application Areas
General purpose electronic applications
Protection of sensitive electronics in industrial and consumer devices
Product Lifecycle
Product Status: Active
Continued manufacturer support with no immediate discontinuation
Several Key Reasons to Choose This Product
Superior protection against voltage spikes
Ideal for environments with high temperature variations
High surge current capability with low clamping voltage
Minimal impact on the system performance due to its low dynamic resistance
Easy to install with through-hole package design
From a reputable manufacturer known for quality circuit protection solutions