EGP50C-E3/54 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The EGP50C-E3/54 is a general-purpose rectifier diode manufactured by Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division, part of the SUPERECTIFIER® series. This component is rated for 150 V DC reverse voltage with 5 A average rectified current and features fast recovery characteristics with a 50 ns reverse recovery time. The part is currently classified as obsolete, necessitating identification of active equivalent alternatives that maintain electrical and mechanical compatibility for existing applications.

Substiute Parts

EGP50C-E3/54

Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes DivisionIn Stock: 34658EGP50C-E3/54 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

EGP51C-E3/C

Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes DivisionIn Stock: 733EGP51C-E3/C Datasheet

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MUR415G

onsemiIn Stock: 1226MUR415G Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the EGP50C-E3/54 is determined by strict equivalence across the following electrical and mechanical parameters:

Primary Equivalence Criteria:

• Voltage - DC Reverse (Vr) (Max): 150 V minimum
• Mounting Type: Through Hole
• Package / Case: Axial configuration (DO-201AA, DO-27, or compatible)
• Speed Classification: Fast Recovery ≤ 500ns, > 200mA (Io)
• RoHS Status: ROHS3 Compliant

Secondary Compatibility Factors:

• Current - Average Rectified (Io): 5 A or greater
• Reverse Recovery Time (trr): 50 ns or faster
• Current - Reverse Leakage @ Vr: 5 µA @ 150 V or lower
• Operating Temperature - Junction: Minimum -65°C ~ 150°C

Substitute parts must satisfy all primary criteria and maintain compatibility within the secondary factors to ensure functional equivalence in circuit applications.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

EGP51C-E3/C (Vishay General Semiconductor)

The EGP51C-E3/C is the manufacturer-recommended substitute for the obsolete EGP50C-E3/54. Both components are part of the Vishay SUPERECTIFIER® series and share identical electrical specifications: 150 V reverse voltage, 5 A average rectified current, 50 ns reverse recovery time, and 5 µA reverse leakage current. The EGP51C-E3/C maintains full compatibility with the original part while offering an extended operating temperature range (-65°C ~ 175°C versus -65°C ~ 150°C) and active product status. The package configuration transitions from DO-201AA/DO-27 to DO-201AD, both of which are axial through-hole formats with equivalent mechanical footprints. This substitute is the primary selection for direct replacement applications.

MUR415G (onsemi)

The MUR415G is an alternative substitute from onsemi's SWITCHMODE™ series, offering 150 V reverse voltage rating and fast recovery characteristics (35 ns reverse recovery time, superior to the original 50 ns). The primary limitation is the reduced average rectified current rating of 4 A compared to the original 5 A specification. This substitute is suitable for applications where the circuit current demand does not exceed 4 A and where the improved reverse recovery time provides circuit performance benefits. The MUR415G maintains ROHS3 compliance and operates across the extended temperature range of -65°C ~ 175°C. Package compatibility is maintained with DO-201AA/DO-27 axial through-hole configuration.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the EGP51C-E3/C directly replace the EGP50C-E3/54 in existing designs?

A: Yes. The EGP51C-E3/C is electrically and mechanically equivalent to the EGP50C-E3/54 across all critical parameters: 150 V reverse voltage, 5 A average rectified current, 50 ns reverse recovery time, and identical reverse leakage characteristics. Both components use axial through-hole mounting. The EGP51C-E3/C offers an extended operating temperature range and active product status.

Q: What is the primary difference between the EGP51C-E3/C and MUR415G substitutes?

A: The EGP51C-E3/C maintains the original 5 A current rating, while the MUR415G is rated for 4 A. The MUR415G offers a faster reverse recovery time of 35 ns compared to 50 ns. Selection depends on circuit current requirements and whether improved switching speed is beneficial to the application.

Q: Are there package compatibility concerns when substituting the EGP50C-E3/54?

A: The EGP50C-E3/54 is available in DO-201AA, DO-27, and axial configurations. The EGP51C-E3/C uses DO-201AD axial format, and the MUR415G uses DO-201AA/DO-27 axial format. All three are through-hole axial packages with compatible mechanical footprints for PCB mounting.

Q: Does the MUR415G substitute work for all applications requiring 5 A?

A: No. The MUR415G is rated for 4 A average rectified current, which is lower than the original 5 A specification. This substitute is suitable only for applications where the actual circuit current demand does not exceed 4 A. For applications requiring the full 5 A rating, the EGP51C-E3/C is the appropriate substitute.

Q: Are both substitutes RoHS compliant?

A: Yes. Both the EGP51C-E3/C and MUR415G are ROHS3 compliant, matching the compliance status of the original EGP50C-E3/54.

Q: What is the temperature operating range difference between substitutes?

A: The original EGP50C-E3/54 operates from -65°C to 150°C. Both substitutes extend this range to -65°C to 175°C, providing improved thermal margin for high-temperature applications.