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Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division P6KE62C-E3/54
- Part No.:
- P6KE62C-E3/54
- Manufacturer:
- Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division
- Category:
- TVS Diodes
- Package:
- DO-204AC, DO-15, Axial
- Datasheet:
-
P6KE62C-E3/54.pdf
- Description:
- TVS DIODE 50.2VWM 89VC DO204AC
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Product details
Overview
P6KE62C-E3/54 from Vishay General Semiconductor is a bi-directional Transient Voltage Suppressor (TVS) diode designed for overvoltage protection of sensitive electronics against inductive switching transients and lightning surges. It features a 62 V breakdown voltage (VBR min/max = 58.9–65.1 V), 53.0 V stand-off voltage (VWM), 85.0 V maximum clamping voltage at 7.1 A peak pulse current, and 600 W peak pulse power rating with 10/1000 µs waveform - deployed on signal lines and DC power rails in automotive sensor modules and industrial I/O interfaces.
For engineers reviewing the P6KE62C-E3/54 datasheet, P6KE62C-E3/54 pinout, P6KE62C-E3/54 application, or P6KE62C-E3/54 equivalent, key selection criteria include its bi-directional polarity, DO-204AC (DO-15) package compatibility, AEC-Q101 qualification status, and verified clamping performance under repetitive surge conditions per IEC 61000-4-5.
Technical Context
This device operates as a voltage-clamped shunt protector: when transient voltage exceeds VWM (53.0 V), it avalanches into low-impedance conduction to divert surge current away from downstream circuitry. Its bi-directional structure enables symmetric clamping in both polarities without external polarity management.
It delivers 600 W peak pulse power handling with 10/1000 µs waveform, supports 7.1 A peak pulse current (IPPM), and maintains thermal stability up to TJ = 175 °C. The glass-passivated junction ensures fast response time (<1 ns) and low incremental surge resistance - critical for protecting MOSFET gates and microcontroller I/O pins.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| VBR (min/max) | 58.9 V / 65.1 V - defines reliable avalanche initiation range under 1 mA test current; ensures consistent turn-on across temperature and unit variation |
| VWM | 53.0 V - maximum continuous reverse operating voltage; sets safe margin below breakdown for stable DC bias operation |
| VC @ IPPM | 85.0 V at 7.1 A - clamping voltage during worst-case 10/1000 µs surge; determines maximum stress imposed on protected IC |
| PPPM | 600 W - peak pulse power capability; defines energy-handling capacity for transient suppression per IEC 61000-4-5 Level 4 |
| IPPM | 7.1 A - peak pulse current supported at rated waveform; used to size series impedance and verify PCB trace current rating |
| TJ max. | 175 °C - maximum junction temperature; enables operation in under-hood automotive environments and sealed industrial enclosures |
| RθJL | 20 °C/W - junction-to-lead thermal resistance; informs heatsinking requirements when mounted on copper pour or chassis |
Pinout & Package
Package: DO-204AC (DO-15), axial-leaded, molded epoxy case meeting UL 94 V-0 flammability rating; matte tin-plated leads compliant with J-STD-002 and JESD 22-B102 solderability standards. Bi-directional configuration has no polarity marking.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Anode/Cathode (symmetrical) | Bi-directional surge conduction path | Either lead serves as input/output terminal; no cathode band marking - enables blind-mounting in AC-coupled or floating signal paths |
| Lead 1 / Lead 2 | Thermal and electrical interface to PCB | Leads conduct surge current and dissipate heat; 0.375" (9.5 mm) lead length specified for thermal derating curves |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Glass passivated chip junction | Enables sub-nanosecond response time and stable leakage performance across -55 °C to +175 °C operating range |
| 600 W peak pulse power (10/1000 µs) | Supports IEC 61000-4-5 Level 4 (4 kV) surge immunity without external current limiting in many low-impedance circuits |
| AEC-Q101 qualified (HE3 suffix variant) | Validated for automotive powertrain and body electronics applications requiring zero defect reliability and extended temperature cycling |
| Low clamping ratio (VC/VBR ≈ 1.31) | Minimizes overvoltage overshoot during surge events - critical for protecting 3.3 V and 5 V logic interfaces |
| RoHS-compliant, JESD 201 Class 1A whisker tested (E3) | Ensures long-term solder joint integrity in high-reliability industrial control and telecom infrastructure deployments |
Applications
| Automotive Sensor Protection | Industrial PLC Analog Input Protection |
|---|---|
|
Use Scenario: Protecting CAN bus transceivers and Hall-effect sensor outputs from load dump and ISO 7637-2 pulses in engine control units. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Shunt-type transient clamp placed directly at connector entry point before ESD diode array and signal conditioning amplifier. Use Value: Clamps 10/1000 µs surges to ≤85.0 V while maintaining <1 µA leakage at 53.0 V - preserving sensor offset accuracy and enabling direct connection to 5 V ADC references. |
Use Scenario: Safeguarding 4–20 mA current loop receivers and ±10 V analog front-ends in programmable logic controllers exposed to relay coil kickback. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary overvoltage limiter on field-side signal terminals, coordinated with series current-limiting resistor and secondary TVS at ASIC input. Use Value: Withstands repetitive 600 W surges at 0.01 % duty cycle - extends maintenance intervals in factory automation systems operating 24/7 under electromagnetic harshness. |
| Telecom Line Interface Protection | Consumer Power Adapter EMI Filtering |
|
Use Scenario: Secondary-level surge suppression on Ethernet PHY magnetics center taps and telephone line interface ICs subjected to lightning-induced common-mode transients. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Bi-directional clamping element across differential pair or center-tapped transformer windings to limit common-mode voltage excursion. Use Value: Symmetric VBR tolerance (±5 %) ensures balanced clamping in differential configurations - prevents data corruption in 10/100BASE-TX links. |
Use Scenario: Input-stage transient suppression on AC-DC adapter primary-side rectifier outputs exposed to mains-borne surges per IEC 61000-4-5. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Standoff-rated protector placed after bridge rectifier and before bulk capacitor to absorb line-to-line and line-to-ground spikes. Use Value: 53.0 V VWM allows use with 48 V nominal DC bus designs; 175 °C TJ max enables placement near hot-switching MOSFETs without thermal derating penalties. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar transient voltage suppression applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| SMBJ64CA | DO-214AA package; 64 V VBR; 1000 W PPPM; higher IPPM (13.7 A); larger footprint | Better suited for high-energy surges where PCB space permits SMC/SMB layout; not drop-in compatible due to different package and thermal profile | Select SMBJ64CA when >600 W surge margin is required and board real estate allows surface-mount rework. |
| 1.5KE62CA | Same DO-204AC package; 62 V VBR; 1500 W PPPM; higher VC (101 V); higher leakage at VWM | Higher clamping voltage limits use with 3.3 V logic; preferred in legacy designs where 1.5 kW rating is mandated by safety agency review | Choose 1.5KE62CA only if certification documentation requires 1.5 kW rating and system-level clamping margin accommodates 101 V VC. |
Compared with SMBJ64CA and 1.5KE62CA, P6KE62C-E3/54 offers optimal balance of compact DO-15 through-hole mounting, AEC-Q101 readiness (via HE3 variant), and precise 85.0 V clamping - making it ideal for cost-sensitive, space-constrained automotive and industrial control boards where 600 W surge handling suffices.
Availability
P6KE62C-E3/54 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive sensor modules, industrial PLC analog inputs, telecom line interfaces, and consumer power adapter designs requiring stable component supply with full traceability and RoHS compliance.
Supply support for P6KE62C-E3/54 includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.
Manufacturer
Vishay General Semiconductor is a global leader in discrete semiconductors, specializing in diodes, rectifiers, TVS devices, and optoelectronics with emphasis on reliability, efficiency, and application-specific optimization.
The P6KE series was developed for cost-effective, high-surge-capability transient protection in commercial and automotive-grade applications - prioritizing fast response, repeatable clamping, and robust thermal performance in compact axial packages.
FAQ
What is the polarity configuration of P6KE62C-E3/54?
P6KE62C-E3/54 is a bi-directional Transient Voltage Suppressor, meaning it provides symmetrical clamping in both forward and reverse directions. Unlike uni-directional variants (e.g., P6KE62A), it has no cathode band marking and functions identically regardless of voltage polarity - essential for protecting AC-coupled signals, transformer windings, and differential buses like RS-485 or CAN. This behavior is confirmed in the Vishay datasheet section "DEVICES FOR BI-DIRECTION APPLICATIONS" and verified in the electrical characteristics table for P6KE62C-E3/54.
Does P6KE62C-E3/54 meet AEC-Q101 qualification?
The base part number P6KE62C-E3/54 is RoHS-compliant and commercial-grade; however, the HE3-suffix variant (P6KE62C-HE3/54) is explicitly AEC-Q101 qualified per the Vishay datasheet footnote and ordering information table. Engineers requiring automotive qualification must specify the HE3 version - the E3 suffix alone denotes JESD 201 Class 1A whisker testing and RoHS compliance but does not imply AEC-Q101 validation. Always verify qualification status using the full orderable part number when designing for automotive applications.
What is the maximum clamping voltage of P6KE62C-E3/54 and at what current is it specified?
The maximum clamping voltage (VC) of P6KE62C-E3/54 is 85.0 V, measured at a peak pulse current (IPPM) of 7.1 A using the standard 10/1000 µs double-exponential waveform. This value is listed in the "ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS" table under the row for P6KE62CA and applies at TA = 25 °C. It represents the upper bound of voltage seen by downstream circuitry during worst-case surge events - a critical parameter for ensuring compatibility with 5 V or 3.3 V logic interfaces protected by P6KE62C-E3/54.
Can P6KE62C-E3/54 be used in place of P6KE62A?
No - P6KE62C-E3/54 and P6KE62A are functionally distinct: the "C" suffix denotes bi-directional operation, while "A" indicates uni-directional. Substituting one for the other risks failure in AC or floating applications due to incorrect polarity handling. P6KE62A has a cathode band and conducts only in reverse bias; P6KE62C-E3/54 clamps equally in both directions with no marking. The datasheet explicitly states "For bi-directional types, use CA suffix" and confirms electrical symmetry in the "DEVICES FOR BI-DIRECTION APPLICATIONS" section - confirming they are not interchangeable without circuit redesign.
What is the thermal resistance and how does it affect P6KE62C-E3/54's surge handling capability?
P6KE62C-E3/54 has a typical junction-to-lead thermal resistance (RθJL) of 20 °C/W, as specified in the "THERMAL CHARACTERISTICS" table. This value governs how efficiently heat generated during surge events transfers from the silicon junction to the PCB leads. At elevated ambient temperatures or under repetitive pulsing, junction temperature rise (ΔT = RθJL × PD) must stay below 175 °C - requiring appropriate copper pour area and lead length per Figure 5. Derating above TA = 25 °C follows the curve in Fig. 2, directly impacting sustainable surge repetition rate for P6KE62C-E3/54.
P6KE62C-E3/54 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division
- Package/Case:
- DO-204AC, DO-15, Axial
- Series:
- TransZorb®
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Type:
- Zener
- Unidirectional Channels:
- -
- Bidirectional Channels:
- 1
- Voltage - Reverse Standoff (Typ):
- 50.2V
- Voltage - Breakdown (Min):
- 55.8V
- Voltage - Clamping (Max) @ Ipp:
- 89V
- Current - Peak Pulse (10/1000µs):
- 6.7A
- Power - Peak Pulse:
- 600W
- Power Line Protection:
- No
- Applications:
- General Purpose
- Capacitance @ Frequency:
- -
- Operating Temperature:
- -55°C ~ 175°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Through Hole
- Supplier Device Package:
- DO-204AC (DO-15)
P6KE62C-E3/54 FAQ
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7.What is the process for return or replacement of P6KE62C-E3/54?
All P6KE62C-E3/54 units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with P6KE62C-E3/54, returns or replacements are accepted under the following conditions:
1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.
2.The issue is reported within 90 days of delivery.
3.The P6KE62C-E3/54 part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for P6KE62C-E3/54:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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