MALVERN, PA — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) has unveiled a new line of 1500-watt surface-mount transient voltage suppressors (TVS) designed to protect automotive electronics from voltage transients. The T15BxxA and T15BxxCA series, part of Vishay’s General Semiconductor portfolio, offer robust electrical performance in a significantly smaller footprint.
Built in the compact SMB (DO-214AA) package, the new TVS series occupies 58% less board space than similar devices in the larger SMC (DO-214AB) package. Both unidirectional and bidirectional models are available, with breakdown voltages ranging from 12 to 51 volts for the T15BxxA and 12 to 100 volts for the T15BxxCA. Clamping voltages range up to 70.1 volts and 137 volts respectively, delivering strong suppression capabilities and fast response times.
Qualified under the AEC-Q101 standard, the series is engineered for demanding automotive environments, supporting high-temperature operation up to +185°C. Vishay’s new components are suited for critical functions such as lighting systems, electro-mechanical braking, and fuel pump controls, as well as newer 48V vehicle platforms including DC/DC converters, inverters, onboard chargers, and radar sensor units.
The devices are optimized for protection against voltage spikes caused by inductive switching and lightning events, helping to ensure stability and reliability in safety-critical systems like electronic stability control (ESC), battery management systems (BMS), and vehicle control units (VCUs).
With the growing complexity of vehicle electronics and tighter space constraints in design, Vishay’s compact, high-performance TVS series offers manufacturers a durable and cost-efficient solution for safeguarding sensitive automotive circuitry.
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