EM 2V0 Equivalent & Substitute Parts Reference

Part Overview

EM 2V0 is a general-purpose rectifier diode from Sanken Electric USA Inc., featuring a 400 V maximum DC reverse voltage and a 1.2 A average rectified current rating. The diode is supplied in an axial, through-hole package and is compliant with RoHS environmental standards. This part is actively in production and available in tape & box (TB) packaging. Identifying compatible substitute models is necessary to ensure continuity of supply, accommodate different packaging formats, and maintain design compatibility while adhering strictly to defined electrical and mechanical parameters for the Diodes, Rectifiers category.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Main Part (EM 2V0)	Allowed Range/Requirement
Manufacturer	Sanken Electric USA Inc.	Matching or Equivalent Source
Category	Diodes, Rectifiers	Diodes, Rectifiers
Voltage - DC Reverse (Vr) (Max)	400 V	400 V
Current - Average Rectified (Io)	1.2 A	1.2 A
Voltage - Forward (Vf) (Max) @ If	920 mV @ 1.2 A	920 mV @ 1.2 A
Speed	Standard Recovery >500ns, >200mA (Io)	Standard Recovery >500ns, >200mA (Io)
Current - Reverse Leakage @ Vr	10 µA @ 400 V	10 µA @ 400 V
Mounting Type	Through Hole	Through Hole
Package / Case	Axial	Axial
Operating Temperature - Junction	-40°C ~ 150°C	-40°C ~ 150°C
RoHS Status	RoHS Compliant	RoHS Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)
Product Status	Active	Active

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution is strictly determined by matching electrical performance, mechanical properties, and compliance characteristics within the Diodes, Rectifiers category. Only parts with identical values for maximum DC reverse voltage, average rectified current, forward voltage at rated current, recovery speed, reverse leakage current, mounting type, package case, operating temperature range, RoHS status, and moisture sensitivity level are considered equivalent substitutes. Packaging differences, such as tape & box versus cut tape, do not affect technical equivalence but support inventory flexibility.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	EM 2V0	EM 2V1
Manufacturer	Sanken Electric USA Inc.	Sanken Electric USA Inc.
Category	Diodes, Rectifiers	Diodes, Rectifiers
Voltage - DC Reverse (Vr) (Max)	400 V	400 V
Current - Average Rectified (Io)	1.2 A	1.2 A
Voltage - Forward (Vf) (Max) @ If	920 mV @ 1.2 A	920 mV @ 1.2 A
Speed	Standard Recovery >500ns, >200mA (Io)	Standard Recovery >500ns, >200mA (Io)
Current - Reverse Leakage @ Vr	10 µA @ 400 V	10 µA @ 400 V
Mounting Type	Through Hole	Through Hole
Package / Case	Axial	Axial
Operating Temperature - Junction	-40°C ~ 150°C	-40°C ~ 150°C
RoHS Status	RoHS Compliant	RoHS Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)
Product Status	Active	Active

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Both EM 2V0 and EM 2V1 are active products with RoHS compliance and an MSL rating of 1 (Unlimited), ensuring broad compatibility with installation and handling requirements. Substitute selection within this equivalence group is validated based solely on product status, regulatory compliance, and matching packaging flexibility, as documented.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What electrical parameters must match to select an EM 2V0 substitute?
A1: Substitute devices must have identical maximum DC reverse voltage, average rectified current, forward voltage at specified current, recovery speed, and reverse leakage characteristics.

Q2: Does RoHS compliance affect substitute compatibility?
A2: RoHS compliance must be matched for environmental and manufacturing requirements in regulated supply chains.

Q3: Is the mounting type and package format critical for substitution?
A3: Both mounting type (Through Hole) and package/case (Axial) are required to be identical for direct drop-in replacement.

Q4: Can packaging (TB vs CT) impact component substitution?
A4: Packaging format affects handling and inventory but does not change electrical or mechanical equivalence between substitutes.

Q5: Are EM 2V0 and EM 2V1 interchangeable in existing applications?
A5: EM 2V0 and EM 2V1 meet the same key parametric and compliance requirements; direct interchange is supported within specified conditions.

Q6: What is the MSL rating relevance in substitute selection?
A6: MSL 1 (Unlimited) indicates no special handling concerns for moisture sensitivity, supporting broad compatibility in assembly processes.

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