2N5060RLRAG Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The 2N5060RLRAG is a sensitive gate SCR (silicon controlled rectifier) rated for 30V off-state voltage and 800mA on-state current in a through-hole TO-92-3 package. Manufactured by onsemi, this component is classified as obsolete, making identification of functionally equivalent alternatives necessary for ongoing design support and production continuity. Substitute parts must maintain electrical performance within the specified parameter ranges while meeting current availability and compliance requirements.

Substiute Parts

2N5060RLRAG

onsemiIn Stock: 101512N5060RLRAG Datasheet

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2N5060 PBFREE

Central Semiconductor CorpIn Stock: 119882N5060 PBFREE Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the 2N5060RLRAG is determined by the following critical parameters:

• Voltage Rating (Off-State): Must equal or exceed 30V
• Current Rating (On-State RMS): Must equal or exceed 800mA
• Gate Trigger Characteristics: Vgt ≤ 800mV and Igt ≤ 200µA (sensitive gate requirement)
• On-State Voltage Drop: Vtm ≤ 1.7V
• Hold Current: Ih ≤ 5mA
• Package Type: TO-92-3 through-hole configuration
• SCR Type Classification: Sensitive Gate

The 2N5060 PBFREE variant meets all electrical parameter requirements and maintains identical package specifications, qualifying it as a direct functional substitute.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The 2N5060 PBFREE from Central Semiconductor Corp is qualified as a direct substitute for the obsolete 2N5060RLRAG. Selection rationale is based on the following factors:

• Product Status: The substitute part is Active, ensuring continued availability and supply chain stability compared to the obsolete original.
• Electrical Equivalence: All critical electrical parameters match or exceed the original specification, with no derating required.
• Compliance: The substitute is RoHS3 Compliant, meeting current environmental and regulatory standards. Both parts maintain REACH Unaffected status and EAR99 ECCN classification.
• Thermal Performance: The substitute offers an extended operating temperature range (-40 to 125°C versus -40 to 110°C), providing additional margin for thermal applications.
• Leakage Current: The substitute exhibits lower off-state leakage (1µA versus 10µA), improving circuit efficiency.
• Package Compatibility: Identical TO-92-3 through-hole package ensures direct PCB footprint compatibility without layout modification.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the 2N5060 PBFREE be used as a direct replacement without circuit modification?

A: Yes. The 2N5060 PBFREE maintains electrical equivalence across all critical parameters and uses the identical TO-92-3 package. No circuit redesign or PCB layout changes are required.

Q: What is the primary advantage of selecting the 2N5060 PBFREE over the obsolete 2N5060RLRAG?

A: The substitute part is in active production with confirmed inventory availability. The original part is obsolete and subject to supply discontinuation. Additionally, the substitute offers improved leakage characteristics and extended temperature range.

Q: Are there any compliance differences between the two parts?

A: The 2N5060 PBFREE is RoHS3 Compliant, whereas the original part does not specify RoHS compliance. Both maintain REACH Unaffected status. For applications requiring RoHS certification, the substitute is the appropriate selection.

Q: Does the extended temperature range of the substitute part affect circuit performance?

A: The extended range (-40 to 125°C for the substitute versus -40 to 110°C for the original) provides additional thermal margin. If the original design operates within -40 to 110°C, the substitute will perform identically within that range.

Q: What packaging options are available for the 2N5060 PBFREE?

A: The substitute is supplied in Bulk packaging in the TO-92-3 through-hole configuration, matching the original part's mechanical specifications.

Q: Is the gate trigger sensitivity identical between the two parts?

A: Yes. Both parts are classified as Sensitive Gate SCRs with identical Vgt (800mV max) and Igt (200µA max) specifications, ensuring equivalent gate drive requirements.