Best Alternatives to 681KD10

Package: Disc 10mmYageoMOVsSeries: 10DPackage: BulkVaristor Voltage (Min): 612 VVaristor Voltage (Typ): 680 VVaristor Voltage (Max): 748 V

Yageo's 681KD10 is a 10mm MOV with 680V varistor voltage for overvoltage protection. While no direct drop-in replacements are identified, functional alternatives with different packages exist.

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Package riskhigh

Alternatives are in a larger 14mm package, requiring a new PCB layout.

Electrical riskmedium

Some alternatives have a higher varistor voltage, which changes the protection threshold and needs review.

Can it be replaced directly?

No direct, drop-in replacement for the 681KD10 has been identified.

Best replacement path

The best path is using 681KD14 in a board redesign, as it matches key electricals and offers higher surge capacity.

Main risk

The primary risk is physical incompatibility, as all strong electrical alternatives come in a larger package.

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Needs validationmedium risk

A functional alternative with the same voltage and higher surge current, but in a larger 14mm disc package.

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Alternative comparison matrix

Feature / factor681KD10681KD14821KD14Alt 3Compatibility / risk
PackageDisc 10mmDisc 14mmDisc 14mmDisc 14mm — Larger package requires PCB redesign.; 821KD14: Larger package requires PCB redesign.
Voltage680V680V820V680V / 820V — Varistor voltage matches target.; 821KD14: Higher varistor voltage changes protection level.
Current2.5kA4.5kA4.5kA4.5kA — Higher surge current capability.; 821KD14: Higher surge current capability.
ManufacturerYageoYageoYageoYageo — Same manufacturer.; 821KD14: Same manufacturer.

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Questions & answers

Yageo's 681KD14 offers identical voltage ratings and higher surge current, but in a larger 14mm package that requires a PCB layout change.