Littelfuse AK3-A Axial Leaded TVS Diodes

Littelfuse AK3-A Axial Leaded TVS Diodes are designed to meet the severe surge-test environment for both AC and DC line-protection applications. These diodes feature a very fast response and ultra-low clamping characteristics over traditional Metal Oxide Varistor (MOV) solutions. The AK3-A TVS diodes are connected in series and/or parallel to create a very high surge current protection solution. These diodes provide Sharp breakdown voltage and low slope resistance. The AK3-A TVS diodes offer a 3kA current rating and are capable of both reflow and wave soldering. These diodes are halogen-free and RoHS compliant.

Features

  • Both reflow and wave soldering capable
  • Very low clamping voltage
  • Sharp breakdown voltage
  • Low slope resistance
  • Glass passivated junction
  • Recognized to UL 497B as an isolated loop circuit protector
  • Less than one-tenth the size of traditional discrete solutions
  • Symmetric in lead width for easier soldering during assembly
  • IEC 61000-4-2 ESD 15kV(air) and 8kV (contact)
  • ESD protection of data lines in accordance with IEC 61000-4-2
  • EFT protection of data lines in accordance with IEC 61000-4-4
  • Pb-free E4 means the 2nd level interconnect is Pb-free and the terminal finish material is silver
  • Halogen-free
  • RoHS compliant

Specifications

  • 430V to 860V reverse standoff voltage range
  • 10μA maximum reverse leakage current
  • 499V to 998V maximum breakdown voltage range
  • 10mA test current
  • 0.1%/°C maximum temprature coefficient
  • 3kA current rating
  • -55°C to +150°C operating storage temperature range
  • -55°C to +125°C operating junction temperature range

I-V Curve Characteristics

Performance Graph - Littelfuse AK3-A Axial Leaded TVS Diodes

Dimension Diagram

Mechanical Drawing - Littelfuse AK3-A Axial Leaded TVS Diodes
Published: 2026-09-02 | Updated: 2026-09-03