SA160CA 160 V 500 W Bi-Directional TVS Diode | DO-15 | Industrial & High-Voltage Surge Protector HORNBY

The SA160CA is a 160 V, 500 W bi-directional TVS diode designed to protect high-voltage AC/DC rails, control modules, automation systems, and communication interfaces from severe transient surges. Its symmetrical avalanche conduction ensures consistent and reliable clamping in both polarities during voltage spikes, inductive switching, and ESD events.

Key Specifications

• VRWM: 160 V

• VBR: 177 195 V

• VC: 259 V

• Peak Pulse Power: 500 W

• Package: DO-15

• Response Time: < 1 ns

Applications

• High-voltage industrial automation and PLC systems

• Sensor and communication line surge protection

• SMPS and DC-DC converter input protection

• Motor drive, relay, and actuator interface protection

• AC/DC power distribution module protection

Features

• 500 W high-energy surge capability

• Bi-directional avalanche clamping

• Ultra-fast response time (<1 ns)

• Rugged glass-passivated DO-15 package

• Excellent stability and low leakage current