Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. TVS Diodes SA120A-E3/73

The SA120A-E3/73 is a Transient Voltage Suppressor (TVS) diode from Vishay, designed for protecting sensitive electronic components against voltage transients. It features a breakdown voltage range of 133V to 147V and a peak pulse power capability of 500W with a 10/1000 Oºs waveform. The device is available in both unidirectional and bidirectional configurations, making it versatile for various applications. It has a low incremental surge resistance and a fast response time, which enhances its clamping capability. The diode operates within a temperature range of -55¬8C to +175¬8C and is housed in a DO-204AC (DO-15) package, suitable for through-hole mounting. The product is AEC-Q101 qualified, indicating its reliability for automotive applications. It is RoHS compliant and comes in a tape and box packaging with a quantity of 2000 per package. This component is suitable for use in consumer, computer, industrial, and telecommunication applications where protection from inductive load switching and lightning-induced transients is required.