CD214C-T36CALF Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The CD214C-T36CALF is a transient voltage suppressor (TVS) diode manufactured by Bourns Inc., designed for general-purpose overvoltage protection in surface mount applications. This component features a 36V reverse standoff voltage with 58.1V clamping capability and 25.8A peak pulse current handling in the DO-214AB (SMC) package. The part is currently obsolete, making equivalent substitutes necessary for ongoing design support and production requirements.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Manufacturer Part Number	CD214C-T36CALF
Manufacturer	Bourns Inc.
Category	Transient Voltage Suppressors (TVS)
Type	Zener
Voltage - Reverse Standoff (Typ)	36V
Voltage - Breakdown (Min)	40V
Voltage - Clamping (Max) @ Ipp	58.1V
Current - Peak Pulse (10/1000µs)	25.8A
Power - Peak Pulse	1500W
Package / Case	DO-214AB, SMC
Mounting Type	Surface Mount
Operating Temperature	-55°C ~ 150°C (TJ)
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant
Product Status	Obsolete

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the CD214C-T36CALF is determined by the following critical parameters:

Voltage - Reverse Standoff: 36V (exact match required)
Voltage - Clamping (Max) @ Ipp: 58.1V (exact match required)
Package / Case: DO-214AB, SMC (exact match required)
Mounting Type: Surface Mount (exact match required)
Current - Peak Pulse (10/1000µs): 25.8A minimum (equal or greater acceptable)
Power - Peak Pulse: 1500W minimum (equal or greater acceptable)
Operating Temperature Range: -55°C minimum to 150°C maximum (equal or wider acceptable)

Substitute parts are grouped into two categories:

Direct Equivalents (1:1 Replacement): Parts matching all critical parameters including peak pulse current and power dissipation within the original specification range.

Higher-Performance Alternatives: Parts with identical voltage and package specifications but enhanced current handling and power dissipation capabilities, suitable for applications requiring additional margin or higher transient energy absorption.

Parameter Comparison

Part Number	Manufacturer	Voltage - Reverse Standoff	Voltage - Clamping (Max) @ Ipp	Current - Peak Pulse (10/1000µs)	Power - Peak Pulse	Operating Temperature	Package	Product Status
CD214C-T36CALF	Bourns Inc.	36V	58.1V	25.8A	1500W	-55°C ~ 150°C	DO-214AB, SMC	Obsolete
SMCJ36CA	EVVO Semi	36V	58.1V	25.9A	1500W	-55°C ~ 150°C	DO-214AB, SMC	Active
SMCJ36CA-HR	Littelfuse Inc.	36V	58.1V	25.9A	1500W	-65°C ~ 150°C	DO-214AB, SMC	Active
SMCJ36CA-HRA	Littelfuse Inc.	36V	58.1V	25.9A	1500W	-65°C ~ 150°C	DO-214AB, SMC	Active
SMCJ36CA-HRAT7	Littelfuse Inc.	36V	58.1V	25.9A	1500W	-65°C ~ 150°C	DO-214AB, SMC	Active
SMCJ36CA-TP	Micro Commercial Co	36V	58.1V	25.9A	1500W	-55°C ~ 175°C	DO-214AB, SMC	Active
SMDJ36CA	Alpha & Omega Semiconductor Inc.	36V	58.1V	51.7A	3000W	-55°C ~ 150°C	DO-214AB, SMC	Active
5.0SMDJ36CA	HY Electronic (Cayman) Limited	36V	58.1V	86.1A	5000W	-65°C ~ 150°C	DO-214AB, SMC	Active
5.0SMDJ36CA-T7	Littelfuse Inc.	36V	58.1V	86.1A	5000W	-65°C ~ 150°C	DO-214AB, SMC	Active

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Primary Substitutes (Direct Equivalents):

SMCJ36CA (EVVO Semi), SMCJ36CA-HR (Littelfuse Inc.), SMCJ36CA-HRA (Littelfuse Inc.), SMCJ36CA-HRAT7 (Littelfuse Inc.), and SMCJ36CA-TP (Micro Commercial Co) are direct functional equivalents with active product status. All maintain the original 36V standoff voltage, 58.1V clamping voltage, and 1500W power dissipation. These parts are suitable for 1:1 replacement in existing designs. SMCJ36CA-TP offers an extended upper operating temperature of 175°C compared to the original 150°C specification.

Higher-Performance Alternatives:

SMDJ36CA (Alpha & Omega Semiconductor Inc.) provides doubled power dissipation (3000W) and doubled peak pulse current (51.7A) while maintaining identical voltage specifications and package form factor. This part is appropriate for applications requiring additional transient energy margin.

5.0SMDJ36CA (HY Electronic) and 5.0SMDJ36CA-T7 (Littelfuse Inc.) provide the highest performance tier with 5000W power dissipation and 86.1A peak pulse current capability. These parts are suitable for high-energy transient protection applications and offer extended lower operating temperature range (-65°C minimum).

All recommended substitutes are ROHS3 compliant and maintain the DO-214AB (SMC) surface mount package specification.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can SMCJ36CA-TP replace CD214C-T36CALF directly?

A: Yes. SMCJ36CA-TP matches all critical electrical parameters: 36V reverse standoff voltage, 58.1V clamping voltage, 25.9A peak pulse current, and 1500W power dissipation. The package is identical (DO-214AB, SMC). The extended operating temperature range (-55°C to 175°C) provides additional margin beyond the original specification (-55°C to 150°C).

Q: What is the difference between SMCJ36CA and SMDJ36CA?

A: Both parts share identical voltage specifications (36V standoff, 58.1V clamping) and package (DO-214AB, SMC). SMDJ36CA provides enhanced current handling (51.7A versus 25.9A) and power dissipation (3000W versus 1500W). Selection depends on transient energy requirements in the application.

Q: Are the 5.0SMDJ series parts compatible with the original design?

A: The 5.0SMDJ36CA and 5.0SMDJ36CA-T7 maintain identical voltage specifications and package form factor, making them mechanically and electrically compatible. These parts provide significantly higher current (86.1A) and power (5000W) handling, suitable for applications with higher transient stress or requiring additional design margin.

Q: What does the "-TP" suffix indicate on SMCJ36CA-TP?

A: The "-TP" suffix indicates the packaging and tape configuration. SMCJ36CA-TP is supplied in Tape & Reel (TR) format. The electrical specifications remain identical to other SMCJ36CA variants.

Q: Are all substitute parts RoHS compliant?

A: Yes. All recommended substitute parts are ROHS3 compliant, matching the original CD214C-T36CALF specification.

Q: Can I use a higher-power part like SMDJ36CA in place of the original?

A: Yes. Higher-power alternatives maintain the same voltage clamping characteristics and package specification. The increased current and power handling provide additional protection margin without affecting circuit operation. This approach is common in reliability-critical applications.

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