ES3D V7G Equivalent & Substitute Parts Reference

Part Overview

The ES3D V7G is a general-purpose rectifier diode manufactured by Taiwan Semiconductor Corporation, rated for 200 V DC reverse voltage and 3 A average rectified current in a DO-214AB (SMC) surface mount package. This component is classified as discontinued at DiGi Electronics, necessitating identification of active equivalent and substitute parts for ongoing design requirements and production continuity. The part exhibits fast recovery characteristics with a 20 ns reverse recovery time, making it suitable for applications requiring efficient switching performance at moderate voltage and current levels.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value	Unit
Voltage - DC Reverse (Vr) (Max)	200	V
Current - Average Rectified (Io)	3	A
Voltage - Forward (Vf) (Max) @ If	900 mV @ 3 A	mV
Reverse Recovery Time (trr)	20	ns
Current - Reverse Leakage @ Vr	10	µA @ 200 V
Capacitance @ Vr, F	45	pF @ 4V, 1MHz
Package / Case	DO-214AB, SMC	—
Operating Temperature - Junction	-55 to 150	°C
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant	—
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)	1 (Unlimited)	—

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the ES3D V7G is determined by strict equivalence across the following critical parameters:

Mandatory Matching Parameters:

Voltage - DC Reverse (Vr) (Max): 200 V
Current - Average Rectified (Io): 3 A
Voltage - Forward (Vf) (Max) @ If: 900 mV @ 3 A
Package / Case: DO-214AB, SMC
Speed Classification: Fast Recovery ≤ 500 ns, > 200 mA (Io)
Reverse Recovery Time (trr): 20 ns to 30 ns range
Current - Reverse Leakage @ Vr: 10 µA @ 200 V
Operating Temperature - Junction: -55°C to 150°C minimum
RoHS Status: ROHS3 Compliant

Acceptable Variation Parameters:

Reverse Recovery Time (trr): Variations from 20 ns to 30 ns are acceptable within fast recovery classification
Capacitance @ Vr, F: Range of 40 pF to 45 pF @ 4V, 1MHz
Packaging Format: Cut Tape (CT), Digi-Reel®, or Tape & Reel (TR) formats are interchangeable for the same electrical component
Manufacturer: Multiple manufacturers produce equivalent devices meeting identical electrical specifications

All identified substitute parts meet or exceed the electrical and thermal requirements of the ES3D V7G while maintaining full compatibility with DO-214AB (SMC) footprints.

Parameter Comparison

Part Number	Manufacturer	Vr (Max) [V]	Io [A]	Vf (Max) @ If [mV]	trr [ns]	Ir @ Vr [µA]	C @ Vr [pF]	Tj (Min-Max) [°C]	Product Status	Packaging
ES3D V7G	Taiwan Semiconductor Corporation	200	3	900 @ 3 A	20	10 @ 200 V	45 @ 4V, 1MHz	-55 to 150	Discontinued	DO-214AB (SMC)
ES3D	Diotec Semiconductor	200	3	900 @ 3 A	20	5 @ 200 V	—	-50 to 150	Active	SMC (DO-214AB)
ES3DVH	Taiwan Semiconductor Corporation	200	3	900 @ 3 A	20	10 @ 200 V	45 @ 4V, 1MHz	-55 to 150	Active	DO-214AB (SMC)
ACEFC304-HF	Comchip Technology	200	3	900 @ 3 A	20	10 @ 200 V	40 @ 4V, 1MHz	-55 to 150	Active	DO-214AB (SMC)
ES3D-13-F	Diodes Incorporated	200	3	900 @ 3 A	25	10 @ 200 V	45 @ 4V, 1MHz	-55 to 150	Active	DO-214AB (SMC)
ES3D-E3/57T	Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division	200	3	900 @ 3 A	30	10 @ 200 V	45 @ 4V, 1MHz	-55 to 150	Active	DO-214AB (SMC)
ES3D-E3/9AT	Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division	200	3	900 @ 3 A	30	10 @ 200 V	45 @ 4V, 1MHz	-55 to 150	Active	DO-214AB (SMC)
ES3D-M3/57T	Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division	200	3	900 @ 3 A	30	10 @ 200 V	45 @ 4V, 1MHz	-55 to 150	Active	DO-214AB (SMC)
ES3D-M3/9AT	Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division	200	3	900 @ 3 A	30	10 @ 200 V	45 @ 4V, 1MHz	-55 to 150	Active	DO-214AB (SMC)
ES3DHE3_A/H	Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division	200	3	900 @ 3 A	30	10 @ 200 V	45 @ 4V, 1MHz	-55 to 150	Active	DO-214AB (SMC)
ES3DHE3_A/I	Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division	200	3	900 @ 3 A	30	10 @ 200 V	45 @ 4V, 1MHz	-55 to 150	Active	DO-214AB (SMC)

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Primary Equivalent (Direct Replacement): ES3DVH (Taiwan Semiconductor Corporation) provides the closest electrical and thermal equivalence to the ES3D V7G. Both parts are manufactured by Taiwan Semiconductor Corporation, share identical voltage, current, and forward voltage specifications, and maintain the same 20 ns reverse recovery time. ES3DVH is currently active in production and available in Tape & Reel packaging format. This part is qualified to AEC-Q101 automotive standards, providing enhanced reliability documentation.

Secondary Equivalents (Full Electrical Compatibility): The following parts meet all mandatory electrical parameters and are suitable for direct substitution:

ES3D (Diotec Semiconductor): Active production status with highest inventory availability (131,200 pcs). Identical electrical specifications with marginally lower reverse leakage current (5 µA vs. 10 µA). Operating temperature range extends to -50°C minimum (vs. -55°C). Available in Cut Tape and Digi-Reel® formats.
ACEFC304-HF (Comchip Technology): Active production with AEC-Q101 automotive qualification. Capacitance specification of 40 pF (vs. 45 pF) falls within acceptable variation. Suitable for automotive applications requiring formal qualification documentation.
ES3D-13-F (Diodes Incorporated): Active production with 45,182 pcs inventory. Reverse recovery time of 25 ns (vs. 20 ns) remains within fast recovery classification. Available in Cut Tape and Digi-Reel® formats.

Tertiary Equivalents (Extended Recovery Time): The following Vishay General Semiconductor parts feature 30 ns reverse recovery time, which remains within fast recovery classification (≤ 500 ns):

ES3D-E3/57T (79,415 pcs inventory)
ES3D-E3/9AT (110,400 pcs inventory)
ES3D-M3/57T (2,000 pcs inventory)
ES3D-M3/9AT (735 pcs inventory)
ES3DHE3_A/H (1,665 pcs inventory, AEC-Q101 qualified)
ES3DHE3_A/I (55,100 pcs inventory, AEC-Q101 qualified)

All identified substitutes maintain ROHS3 compliance, MSL 1 (Unlimited) moisture sensitivity rating, and operating temperature range of -55°C to 150°C junction temperature.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can ES3D V7G be replaced with any of the listed substitute parts without circuit modification?

A: Yes. All listed substitute parts maintain identical voltage ratings (200 V), current ratings (3 A), forward voltage characteristics (900 mV @ 3 A), and package footprint (DO-214AB, SMC). No circuit modifications are required for electrical or mechanical compatibility.

Q: What is the significance of reverse recovery time (trr) variation between 20 ns and 30 ns?

A: All listed parts maintain fast recovery classification (≤ 500 ns, > 200 mA). The variation between 20 ns and 30 ns represents minor differences in switching speed but does not affect functional compatibility in standard rectification applications. Parts with 20 ns recovery time (ES3D V7G, ES3D, ES3DVH, ACEFC304-HF) exhibit marginally faster switching than parts with 25-30 ns recovery time.

Q: Are automotive-qualified parts (AEC-Q101) required for this application?

A: Automotive qualification is not mandatory for general-purpose rectification. However, AEC-Q101 qualified variants (ES3DVH, ACEFC304-HF, ES3DHE3_A/H, ES3DHE3_A/I) provide enhanced reliability documentation and traceability suitable for automotive or mission-critical applications.

Q: What packaging format differences exist among substitute parts?

A: Substitute parts are available in three packaging formats: Cut Tape (CT) & Digi-Reel®, Tape & Reel (TR), and standard SMC (DO-214AB). All formats contain electrically identical components; packaging selection depends on production equipment compatibility and volume requirements. The electrical component itself is identical across all packaging formats.

Q: Why does the Diotec ES3D show lower reverse leakage current (5 µA vs. 10 µA)?

A: Lower reverse leakage current represents improved device characteristics and does not affect substitution compatibility. The ES3D V7G specification of 10 µA @ 200 V is the maximum allowable leakage; the Diotec ES3D at 5 µA exceeds this requirement and is fully compatible.

Q: Is the ES3D from Diotec Semiconductor the same as the ES3D base product from Taiwan Semiconductor Corporation?

A: Both parts share the ES3D designation and identical electrical specifications (200 V, 3 A, 900 mV forward voltage, 20 ns recovery time). However, they are manufactured by different companies (Diotec Semiconductor vs. Taiwan Semiconductor Corporation). Both are electrically equivalent and suitable for direct substitution.

Q: What inventory considerations should guide part selection?

A: Inventory availability varies significantly among substitutes. ES3D (Diotec) offers the highest availability at 131,200 pcs, followed by ES3D-E3/9AT (110,400 pcs) and ES3D-E3/57T (79,415 pcs). Lower-inventory parts such as ES3D-M3/57T (2,000 pcs) and ES3D-M3/9AT (735 pcs) may require longer lead times for large-volume requirements.

Q: Can capacitance variation (40 pF to 45 pF) affect circuit performance?

A: Capacitance variation within the 40-45 pF range at 4 V, 1 MHz has negligible impact on standard rectification circuits. This parameter becomes relevant only in high-frequency switching applications or circuits with specific capacitive load requirements. For general-purpose rectification, this variation is not functionally significant.

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