BA159GPE-E3/73 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The BA159GPE-E3/73 is a general-purpose rectifier diode manufactured by Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division, part of the SUPERECTIFIER® series. This through-hole component operates at 1000 V DC reverse voltage with 1 A average rectified current and features fast recovery characteristics with a reverse recovery time of 500 ns. The device is classified as Active product status and is ROHS3 compliant. Substitute parts are identified when equivalent electrical and mechanical parameters are maintained across alternative packaging configurations or base product designations within the same manufacturer's portfolio.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value	Unit
Voltage - DC Reverse (Vr) (Max)	1000	V
Current - Average Rectified (Io)	1	A
Voltage - Forward (Vf) (Max) @ If	1.3 @ 1 A	V
Reverse Recovery Time (trr)	500	ns
Current - Reverse Leakage @ Vr	5 @ 1000 V	µA
Capacitance @ Vr, F	15 @ 4V, 1MHz	pF
Mounting Type	Through Hole	—
Package / Case	DO-204AL, DO-41, Axial	—
Operating Temperature - Junction	-65 to 175	°C
Technology	Standard	—
Speed Classification	Fast Recovery ≤ 500ns, > 200mA (Io)	—

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the BA159GPE-E3/73 are identified based on electrical parameter equivalence and mechanical compatibility. The substitution criteria are strictly limited to the following parameters:

Voltage - DC Reverse (Vr) (Max): 1000 V
Current - Average Rectified (Io): 1 A
Voltage - Forward (Vf) (Max) @ If: 1.3 V @ 1 A
Reverse Recovery Time (trr): 500 ns
Current - Reverse Leakage @ Vr: 5 µA @ 1000 V
Capacitance @ Vr, F: 15 pF @ 4V, 1MHz
Mounting Type: Through Hole
Package / Case: DO-204AL, DO-41, Axial
Operating Temperature - Junction: -65°C to 175°C
Technology: Standard
Speed Classification: Fast Recovery ≤ 500ns, > 200mA (Io)

Parts meeting all these electrical and mechanical specifications are classified as parametric equivalents. Packaging configuration differences (such as Cut Tape versus bulk packaging) do not affect electrical substitutability.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	BA159GPE-E3/73	BA159GP-E3/73	RGP10ME-E3/73
Manufacturer	Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division	Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division	Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division
Category	Diodes, Rectifiers	Diodes, Rectifiers	Diodes, Rectifiers
Series	SUPERECTIFIER®	SUPERECTIFIER®	SUPERECTIFIER®
Product Status	Active	Active	Active
Technology	Standard	Standard	Standard
Voltage - DC Reverse (Vr) (Max)	1000 V	1000 V	1000 V
Current - Average Rectified (Io)	1 A	1 A	1 A
Voltage - Forward (Vf) (Max) @ If	1.3 V @ 1 A	1.3 V @ 1 A	1.3 V @ 1 A
Speed	Fast Recovery ≤ 500ns, > 200mA (Io)	Fast Recovery ≤ 500ns, > 200mA (Io)	Fast Recovery ≤ 500ns, > 200mA (Io)
Reverse Recovery Time (trr)	500 ns	500 ns	500 ns
Current - Reverse Leakage @ Vr	5 µA @ 1000 V	5 µA @ 1000 V	5 µA @ 1000 V
Capacitance @ Vr, F	15 pF @ 4V, 1MHz	15 pF @ 4V, 1MHz	15 pF @ 4V, 1MHz
Mounting Type	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole
Package / Case	DO-204AL, DO-41, Axial	DO-204AL, DO-41, Axial	DO-204AL, DO-41, Axial
Supplier Device Package	DO-204AL (DO-41)	DO-204AL (DO-41)	DO-204AL (DO-41)
Operating Temperature - Junction	-65°C to 175°C	-65°C to 175°C	-65°C to 175°C
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)
REACH Status	REACH Unaffected	REACH Unaffected	REACH Unaffected
ECCN	EAR99	EAR99	EAR99
HTSUS	8541.10.0080	8541.10.0080	8541.10.0080

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All three parts—BA159GPE-E3/73, BA159GP-E3/73, and RGP10ME-E3/73—are Active status products manufactured by Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division and maintain identical electrical specifications and mechanical compatibility. Each part is ROHS3 compliant, REACH unaffected, and classified under ECCN EAR99 with HTSUS code 8541.10.0080.

The BA159GPE-E3/73 and BA159GP-E3/73 share the same base product number (BA159) and differ only in packaging configuration. The RGP10ME-E3/73 operates under a different base product designation (RGP10) but delivers equivalent electrical performance across all specified parameters.

Selection between these parts is determined by packaging availability and supply chain requirements rather than electrical performance. All three parts are suitable for direct substitution in applications requiring 1000 V, 1 A fast recovery rectifier diodes in DO-204AL through-hole configuration.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can BA159GP-E3/73 be used as a direct replacement for BA159GPE-E3/73?

A: Yes. Both parts maintain identical electrical specifications including voltage rating (1000 V), current rating (1 A), forward voltage (1.3 V @ 1 A), reverse recovery time (500 ns), and operating temperature range (-65°C to 175°C). The difference is packaging configuration only.

Q: What is the difference between BA159GPE-E3/73 and RGP10ME-E3/73?

A: These parts differ in base product designation (BA159 versus RGP10) but are electrically and mechanically equivalent. Both operate at 1000 V, 1 A with 500 ns reverse recovery time and are housed in DO-204AL through-hole packages. Selection depends on supply availability.

Q: Are all three parts compatible with the same PCB footprint?

A: Yes. All three parts use the DO-204AL (DO-41) axial through-hole package, which defines identical lead spacing and mounting requirements.

Q: Do these parts have the same compliance certifications?

A: Yes. All three parts are ROHS3 compliant, REACH unaffected, and classified under ECCN EAR99 with identical HTSUS code 8541.10.0080.

Q: What is the reverse recovery time specification, and why is it important?

A: The reverse recovery time (trr) is 500 ns for all three parts. This parameter defines the time required for the diode to switch from forward conduction to reverse blocking state. Fast recovery characteristics (≤ 500 ns) are critical in high-frequency switching applications and power conversion circuits.

Q: Can these parts be used in high-temperature applications?

A: Yes. All three parts are rated for junction operating temperatures from -65°C to 175°C, supporting operation across industrial and automotive temperature ranges.

Q: What is the reverse leakage current specification?

A: The reverse leakage current is 5 µA at 1000 V for all three parts. This low leakage specification indicates minimal current flow when the diode is reverse biased, which is important for circuit efficiency and signal integrity.

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