GL34B-E3/83 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The GL34B-E3/83 is a general-purpose rectifier diode manufactured by Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division, part of the SUPERECTIFIER® series. This surface-mount diode is rated for 100V DC reverse voltage with 500mA average rectified current and is housed in a DO-213AA (Glass) package. The part is currently active in production with full RoHS3 compliance and unlimited moisture sensitivity rating (MSL 1). Substitute parts are identified when equivalent electrical and mechanical specifications are required due to inventory constraints, supply chain considerations, or design flexibility needs.

Substiute Parts

GL34B-E3/83

Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes DivisionIn Stock: 1118GL34B-E3/83 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

GL34B-E3/98

Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes DivisionIn Stock: 79035GL34B-E3/98 Datasheet

Parametric EquivalentRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the GL34B-E3/83 are identified based on strict electrical and mechanical parameter equivalence. The substitution criteria are:

Electrical Parameters (Must Match):

• Voltage - DC Reverse (Vr) (Max): 100 V
• Current - Average Rectified (Io): 500 mA
• Voltage - Forward (Vf) (Max) @ If: 1.2 V @ 500 mA
• Reverse Recovery Time (trr): 1.5 µs
• Current - Reverse Leakage @ Vr: 5 µA @ 100 V
• Capacitance @ Vr, F: 4 pF @ 4V, 1MHz

Mechanical Parameters (Must Match):

• Package / Case: DO-213AA (Glass)
• Mounting Type: Surface Mount

Compliance & Status (Must Match):

• Product Status: Active
• RoHS Status: ROHS3 Compliant
• Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL): 1 (Unlimited)

The GL34B-E3/98 meets all specified criteria and is classified as a parametric equivalent substitute.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Both the GL34B-E3/83 and GL34B-E3/98 are active production parts from Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division with identical electrical and mechanical specifications. Selection between these parts is based on availability and supply chain requirements rather than technical performance differences.

GL34B-E3/83: Primary part designation with 1,093 pieces in current inventory.

GL34B-E3/98: Parametric equivalent substitute with 79,004 pieces in current inventory. This part number offers significantly higher stock availability while maintaining full electrical and mechanical equivalence.

Both parts carry ROHS3 compliance, REACH Unaffected status, and MSL 1 (Unlimited) moisture sensitivity rating, making them suitable for identical applications without design modification. The DO-213AA (Glass) surface-mount package is consistent across both part numbers, ensuring PCB layout and assembly process compatibility.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Are GL34B-E3/83 and GL34B-E3/98 electrically interchangeable?

A: Yes. Both parts are rated for 100V DC reverse voltage, 500mA average rectified current, 1.2V forward voltage drop at 500mA, 1.5µs reverse recovery time, and identical leakage and capacitance specifications. They are parametric equivalents with no electrical performance differences.

Q: Can these parts be used interchangeably on the same PCB?

A: Yes. Both parts use the DO-213AA (Glass) surface-mount package with identical mechanical dimensions and pinout. No PCB layout or assembly process modifications are required when substituting between these part numbers.

Q: What is the difference between GL34B-E3/83 and GL34B-E3/98?

A: The part numbers represent different tape and reel configurations from Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division. The electrical specifications, package type, and performance characteristics are identical. The difference is in manufacturing batch or reel configuration only.

Q: Are both parts RoHS compliant?

A: Yes. Both GL34B-E3/83 and GL34B-E3/98 are ROHS3 Compliant and REACH Unaffected, meeting current environmental and regulatory requirements.

Q: What is the operating temperature range for these diodes?

A: Both parts operate across a junction temperature range of -65°C to 175°C, suitable for industrial and commercial applications.

Q: Do these parts require special handling or storage conditions?

A: Both parts carry MSL 1 (Unlimited) moisture sensitivity rating, indicating no moisture sensitivity restrictions. Standard component storage practices apply.

Q: Can I substitute GL34B-E3/98 for GL34B-E3/83 in production?

A: Yes. The parts are parametric equivalents with identical electrical and mechanical specifications. Substitution requires no design changes, PCB modifications, or assembly process adjustments.