EGP20J Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The EGP20J is a general-purpose rectifier diode manufactured by onsemi, rated for 600 V DC reverse voltage and 2 A average rectified current in a DO-15 through-hole axial package. This device is classified as "Not For New Designs," indicating it has been superseded in the manufacturer's product portfolio. Identification of equivalent and substitute parts is necessary for applications requiring continued support, legacy system maintenance, or when the primary part becomes unavailable.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Voltage - DC Reverse (Vr) (Max)	600 V
Current - Average Rectified (Io)	2 A
Voltage - Forward (Vf) (Max) @ If	1.7 V @ 2 A
Reverse Recovery Time (trr)	75 ns
Current - Reverse Leakage @ Vr	5 µA @ 600 V
Speed Classification	Fast Recovery ≤ 500 ns, > 200 mA (Io)
Mounting Type	Through Hole
Package / Case	DO-204AC, DO-15, Axial
Operating Temperature - Junction	-65°C ~ 150°C
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the EGP20J is determined by the following critical parameters:

Electrical Compatibility Requirements:

Voltage - DC Reverse (Vr) (Max): 600 V minimum
Current - Average Rectified (Io): 2 A minimum
Speed Classification: Fast Recovery ≤ 500 ns, > 200 mA (Io)
Reverse Recovery Time (trr): 75 ns or lower preferred for circuit performance
Current - Reverse Leakage @ Vr: 5 µA @ 600 V or lower

Mechanical Compatibility Requirements:

Mounting Type: Through Hole
Package / Case: DO-15 (DO-204AC) or equivalent axial package form factor

Compliance Requirements:

RoHS3 Compliant
REACH Unaffected

Substitute parts are grouped into two categories based on package type: DO-15 axial packages (direct mechanical substitutes) and SOD-57 axial packages (electrical equivalents with different form factors). Parts meeting all electrical parameters and compliance requirements are listed as functional substitutes.

Parameter Comparison

Part Number	Manufacturer	Vr (Max)	Io	Vf (Max) @ If	trr	Speed	Package	Product Status
EGP20J	onsemi	600 V	2 A	1.7 V @ 2 A	75 ns	Fast Recovery ≤ 500 ns	DO-15	Not For New Designs
MUR260RLG	onsemi	600 V	2 A	1.35 V @ 2 A	75 ns	Fast Recovery ≤ 500 ns	DO-41 Axial	Active
MUR260G	onsemi	600 V	2 A	1.35 V @ 2 A	75 ns	Fast Recovery ≤ 500 ns	DO-41 Axial	Obsolete
BYV27-600-TR	Vishay	600 V	2 A	1.35 V @ 3 A	250 ns	Fast Recovery ≤ 500 ns	SOD-57 Axial	Active
BYV27-600-TAP	Vishay	600 V	2 A	1.35 V @ 3 A	250 ns	Fast Recovery ≤ 500 ns	SOD-57 Axial	Active
BYW36-TAP	Vishay	600 V	2 A	1.1 V @ 1 A	200 ns	Fast Recovery ≤ 500 ns	SOD-57 Axial	Active
BYW54-TAP	Vishay	600 V	2 A	1 V @ 1 A	4 µs	Standard Recovery > 500 ns	SOD-57 Axial	Active
FR205GP-TP	Micro Commercial Co	600 V	2 A	1.3 V @ 2 A	250 ns	Fast Recovery ≤ 500 ns	DO-15	Active
FR205GP-AP	Micro Commercial Co	600 V	2 A	1.3 V @ 2 A	250 ns	Fast Recovery ≤ 500 ns	DO-15	Active
GPP20J-E3/54	Vishay	600 V	2 A	1.1 V @ 2 A	Not specified	Standard Recovery > 500 ns	DO-15	Active
GPP20J-E3/73	Vishay	600 V	2 A	1.1 V @ 2 A	Not specified	Standard Recovery > 500 ns	DO-15	Active

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Primary Substitutes (Active Product Status, DO-15 Package):

FR205GP-TP and FR205GP-AP from Micro Commercial Co are the recommended primary substitutes for the EGP20J. Both parts maintain the DO-15 package form factor, meet the 600 V / 2 A electrical specifications, and are classified as Active products. These parts provide direct mechanical and electrical compatibility with existing PCB layouts and through-hole assembly processes.

Secondary Substitutes (Active Product Status, Axial Package):

MUR260RLG from onsemi is an Active product substitute with identical electrical specifications (600 V, 2 A, 75 ns trr, Fast Recovery). The part uses a DO-41 axial package instead of DO-15, requiring mechanical layout adjustment but providing superior availability (80,300 units in stock).

Tertiary Substitutes (Active Product Status, SOD-57 Package):

BYV27-600-TR and BYV27-600-TAP from Vishay are Active avalanche diodes meeting the 600 V / 2 A specifications. These parts use the SOD-57 axial package and feature longer reverse recovery time (250 ns) compared to the EGP20J (75 ns). BYW36-TAP offers improved forward voltage characteristics (1.1 V @ 1 A) with 200 ns reverse recovery time. BYW54-TAP operates with standard recovery characteristics (4 µs) and lower reverse leakage (1 µA @ 600 V).

Avoid:

MUR260G is classified as Obsolete and should not be selected for new applications or ongoing production.

Compliance Verification:

All recommended substitutes are ROHS3 Compliant and REACH Unaffected, matching the compliance profile of the EGP20J.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can FR205GP-TP directly replace EGP20J in existing designs?

A: FR205GP-TP meets the critical electrical parameters (600 V, 2 A, Fast Recovery ≤ 500 ns) and uses the same DO-15 package. Direct PCB substitution is supported without layout modification. The forward voltage specification differs (1.3 V @ 2 A versus 1.7 V @ 2 A), resulting in lower power dissipation in the substitute part.

Q: What is the difference between DO-15 and DO-41 packages?

A: Both are through-hole axial packages for rectifier diodes. DO-15 (DO-204AC) and DO-41 (DO-204AL) differ in physical dimensions and lead spacing. Substitution between these packages requires PCB layout modification. MUR260RLG uses DO-41 packaging and cannot be directly substituted without board redesign.

Q: Why does BYW54-TAP have a longer reverse recovery time (4 µs) than the EGP20J (75 ns)?

A: BYW54-TAP is classified as Standard Recovery (> 500 ns), while EGP20J is Fast Recovery (≤ 500 ns). The longer recovery time affects switching performance in high-frequency applications. BYW54-TAP is suitable for lower-frequency rectification circuits where recovery time is not a limiting factor.

Q: Are all substitute parts RoHS3 compliant?

A: All substitute parts listed are ROHS3 Compliant and REACH Unaffected, matching the environmental compliance requirements of the EGP20J.

Q: What is the inventory status of substitute parts?

A: MUR260RLG has the highest inventory availability (80,300 units). FR205GP-TP and FR205GP-AP have lower availability (861 and 930 units respectively). BYV27-600-TR has minimal stock (881 units). Inventory levels should be verified with suppliers for production planning.

Q: Can SOD-57 package diodes be used in DO-15 PCB footprints?

A: No. SOD-57 and DO-15 packages have different physical dimensions and lead configurations. Substitution requires PCB redesign and new assembly tooling. SOD-57 substitutes (BYV27-600-TR, BYV27-600-TAP, BYW36-TAP, BYW54-TAP) are electrical equivalents only and cannot be mechanically substituted without board modification.

Q: What is the operating temperature range difference between EGP20J and substitute parts?

A: EGP20J operates from -65°C to 150°C. Most substitute parts operate from -55°C to 150°C or -55°C to 175°C. For applications requiring -65°C operation, verify substitute part temperature specifications against system requirements.

Q: Is GPP20J-E3/54 a suitable substitute despite Standard Recovery classification?

A: GPP20J-E3/54 meets the 600 V / 2 A electrical specifications and uses the DO-15 package. However, it is classified as Standard Recovery (> 500 ns) versus the EGP20J's Fast Recovery (≤ 500 ns). Suitability depends on circuit switching frequency requirements. For applications sensitive to recovery time, FR205GP-TP is the preferred substitute.

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