BAV99-7 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The BAV99-7 is a general-purpose diode array manufactured by Diodes Incorporated, configured as a 1 Pair Series Connection with a maximum reverse voltage of 75 V and average rectified current of 300 mA per diode. The device is housed in a SOT-23-3 surface mount package and features fast recovery characteristics with a reverse recovery time of 4 ns. The BAV99-7 is currently discontinued at DiGi Electronics, necessitating identification of equivalent and substitute components that maintain electrical and mechanical compatibility for ongoing production and repair applications.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value	Unit
Diode Configuration	1 Pair Series Connection	—
Voltage - DC Reverse (Vr) (Max)	75	V
Current - Average Rectified (Io) (per Diode)	300	mA (DC)
Voltage - Forward (Vf) (Max) @ If	1.25 @ 150	V @ mA
Speed	Fast Recovery ≤ 500ns, > 200mA (Io)	—
Reverse Recovery Time (trr)	4	ns
Current - Reverse Leakage @ Vr	2.5 @ 75	µA @ V
Operating Temperature - Junction	-65 to 150	°C
Mounting Type	Surface Mount	—
Package / Case	TO-236-3, SC-59, SOT-23-3	—

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the BAV99-7 is determined by strict equivalence across the following critical parameters:

Mandatory Equivalence Criteria:

Diode Configuration: 1 Pair Series Connection
Package / Case: TO-236-3, SC-59, SOT-23-3 (SOT-23-3 supplier device package)
Mounting Type: Surface Mount
Voltage - DC Reverse (Vr) (Max): 75 V or greater
Current - Average Rectified (Io) (per Diode): 300 mA or greater
Voltage - Forward (Vf) (Max) @ If: 1.25 V @ 150 mA or lower
Speed: Fast Recovery ≤ 500ns, > 200mA (Io)
Reverse Recovery Time (trr): 4 ns or lower
Operating Temperature - Junction: -65°C to 150°C or equivalent range

Substitute parts are grouped into two categories:

Parametric Equivalents (Diodes Incorporated): Parts that meet all mandatory equivalence criteria with identical electrical specifications. These include BAV99-7-F, BAV99-13-F, BAV99Q-7-F, BAV99Q-13-F, and MMBD7000-7-F. Differences exist only in packaging format (Cut Tape & Digi-Reel versus Tape & Reel) and product status (Active versus Discontinued).

Manufacturer Recommended Alternatives: Parts from alternative manufacturers (Nexperia USA Inc., Micro Commercial Co, Panjit International Inc., onsemi) that share the same base product number (BAV99) and SOT-23-3 package but exhibit variations in one or more electrical parameters. These alternatives are suitable only when application requirements permit deviations from the original BAV99-7 specifications.

Parameter Comparison

Part Number	Manufacturer	Vr (Max) [V]	Io (per Diode) [mA]	Vf (Max) @ If [V @ mA]	trr [ns]	Speed	Tj (Operating) [°C]	Package	Product Status	RoHS Status
BAV99-7	Diodes Incorporated	75	300	1.25 @ 150	4	Fast Recovery ≤ 500ns, > 200mA	-65 to 150	SOT-23-3	Discontinued	Non-compliant
BAV99-7-F	Diodes Incorporated	75	300	1.25 @ 150	4	Fast Recovery ≤ 500ns, > 200mA	-65 to 150	SOT-23-3	Active	ROHS3 Compliant
BAV99-13-F	Diodes Incorporated	75	300	1.25 @ 150	4	Fast Recovery ≤ 500ns, > 200mA	-65 to 150	SOT-23-3	Active	ROHS3 Compliant
BAV99Q-7-F	Diodes Incorporated	75	300	1.25 @ 150	4	Fast Recovery ≤ 500ns, > 200mA	-65 to 150	SOT-23-3	Active	ROHS3 Compliant
BAV99Q-13-F	Diodes Incorporated	75	300	1.25 @ 150	4	Fast Recovery ≤ 500ns, > 200mA	-65 to 150	SOT-23-3	Active	ROHS3 Compliant
MMBD7000-7-F	Diodes Incorporated	75	300	1.25 @ 150	4	Fast Recovery ≤ 500ns, > 200mA	-65 to 150	SOT-23-3	Active	ROHS3 Compliant
BAV99,215	Nexperia USA Inc.	100	215	1.25 @ 150	4	Fast Recovery ≤ 500ns, > 200mA	-65 to 150	TO-236-3	Active	ROHS3 Compliant
BAV99,235	Nexperia USA Inc.	100	215	1.25 @ 150	4	Fast Recovery ≤ 500ns, > 200mA	-65 to 150	TO-236-3	Active	ROHS3 Compliant
BAV99-TP	Micro Commercial Co	70	200	1.25 @ 150	6	Small Signal ≤ 200mA, Any Speed	-55 to 150	SOT-23-3	Active	ROHS3 Compliant
BAV99_R1_00001	Panjit International Inc.	75	150	1.25 @ 150	4	Small Signal ≤ 200mA, Any Speed	-55 to 150	SOT-23-3	Active	ROHS3 Compliant
BAV99LT1G	onsemi	100	215	1.25 @ 150	6	Fast Recovery ≤ 500ns, > 200mA	-65 to 150	SOT-23-3	Active	ROHS3 Compliant

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Direct Parametric Equivalents (Recommended for Direct Replacement):

The following parts from Diodes Incorporated maintain complete electrical and mechanical equivalence to the BAV99-7 and are suitable for direct substitution:

BAV99-7-F: Identical specifications with Active product status and ROHS3 compliance. Available in Cut Tape & Digi-Reel packaging with 269,400 units in stock. This is the primary recommended substitute.
BAV99-13-F: Identical specifications with Active product status and ROHS3 compliance. Available in Cut Tape & Digi-Reel packaging with 20,600 units in stock.
BAV99Q-7-F: Identical specifications with Active product status, ROHS3 compliance, and AEC-Q101 automotive qualification. Available in Tape & Reel packaging with 35,400 units in stock. Suitable for automotive applications.
BAV99Q-13-F: Identical specifications with Active product status, ROHS3 compliance, and AEC-Q101 automotive qualification. Available in Tape & Reel packaging with 10,640 units in stock. Suitable for automotive applications.
MMBD7000-7-F: Identical specifications with Active product status and ROHS3 compliance. Available in Tape & Reel packaging with 3,460 units in stock. Alternative base product number within Diodes Incorporated portfolio.

Manufacturer Recommended Alternatives (Conditional Substitution):

The following parts from alternative manufacturers share the SOT-23-3 package and BAV99 base product designation but exhibit parameter variations:

BAV99,215 and BAV99,235 (Nexperia USA Inc.): Increased reverse voltage (100 V) and reduced current rating (215 mA). Suitable for applications with lower current requirements and higher voltage tolerance. AEC-Q101 automotive qualified.
BAV99-TP (Micro Commercial Co): Reduced reverse voltage (70 V) and current rating (200 mA). Lower reverse recovery time specification (6 ns). Suitable only for applications with reduced electrical requirements.
BAV99_R1_00001 (Panjit International Inc.): Reduced current rating (150 mA). Suitable only for applications with significantly lower current requirements.
BAV99LT1G (onsemi): Increased reverse voltage (100 V) and reduced current rating (215 mA). Fast recovery characteristics maintained. Suitable for applications with lower current requirements and higher voltage tolerance.

Compliance Considerations:

The original BAV99-7 is RoHS non-compliant. All recommended substitutes are ROHS3 compliant, meeting current regulatory requirements for new designs and production.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can BAV99-7-F be used as a direct replacement for BAV99-7?

A: Yes. BAV99-7-F is a parametric equivalent with identical electrical specifications (75 V reverse voltage, 300 mA current rating, 4 ns reverse recovery time, fast recovery characteristics) and identical SOT-23-3 package. The primary difference is product status (Active versus Discontinued) and RoHS compliance (ROHS3 Compliant versus Non-compliant). BAV99-7-F is the recommended substitute.

Q: What is the difference between BAV99-7-F and BAV99Q-7-F?

A: Both parts are parametric equivalents with identical electrical specifications and SOT-23-3 packaging. BAV99Q-7-F includes AEC-Q101 automotive qualification and is supplied in Tape & Reel packaging, while BAV99-7-F is supplied in Cut Tape & Digi-Reel packaging. Select BAV99Q-7-F for automotive applications requiring AEC-Q101 qualification.

Q: Can BAV99,215 (Nexperia) be substituted for BAV99-7?

A: Conditional substitution only. BAV99,215 has a higher reverse voltage rating (100 V versus 75 V) but a lower current rating (215 mA versus 300 mA). This part is suitable only for applications where the reduced current capacity is acceptable and the higher voltage rating is beneficial or neutral. Verify application requirements before substitution.

Q: Why is the current rating different between BAV99-7 and BAV99-TP?

A: BAV99-TP is manufactured by Micro Commercial Co and has a reduced average rectified current specification of 200 mA compared to the 300 mA rating of BAV99-7. This part is not suitable for applications requiring the full 300 mA current capacity.

Q: Are all substitute parts in the same SOT-23-3 package?

A: All substitute parts are housed in SOT-23-3 surface mount packages (also designated TO-236-3 or SC-59). Mechanical compatibility is maintained across all listed alternatives. Nexperia parts use the TO-236AB supplier device package designation, which is equivalent to SOT-23-3.

Q: What does "Fast Recovery" mean in the speed specification?

A: Fast Recovery indicates reverse recovery time of 500 ns or less at currents greater than 200 mA. The BAV99-7 and its parametric equivalents specify a reverse recovery time of 4 ns, which is significantly faster than the Fast Recovery threshold. This characteristic is important for high-frequency switching applications.

Q: Can BAV99_R1_00001 (Panjit) be used in place of BAV99-7?

A: No. BAV99_R1_00001 has a reduced current rating of 150 mA (half the 300 mA rating of BAV99-7) and is classified as Small Signal speed rather than Fast Recovery. This part is not suitable for applications requiring the full electrical specifications of BAV99-7.

Q: What is the significance of RoHS compliance in selecting a substitute?

A: RoHS compliance is a regulatory requirement for electronic components in many markets. The original BAV99-7 is RoHS non-compliant, while all recommended substitutes are ROHS3 compliant. For new designs and ongoing production, ROHS3 compliant parts are required to meet current environmental and regulatory standards.

Q: Are automotive-qualified versions available?

A: Yes. BAV99Q-7-F and BAV99Q-13-F from Diodes Incorporated include AEC-Q101 automotive qualification. BAV99,215 and BAV99,235 from Nexperia USA Inc. also include AEC-Q101 qualification. Select these parts for applications requiring automotive-grade components.

Q: What is the difference between Cut Tape & Digi-Reel and Tape & Reel packaging?

A: Both are surface mount packaging formats. Cut Tape & Digi-Reel is suitable for smaller volume orders and manual assembly, while Tape & Reel is optimized for high-volume automated assembly. Electrical specifications are identical; the difference is in supply format and handling.

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