GL41AHE3/97 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The GL41AHE3/97 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 50 V DC reverse voltage and 1 A average rectified current in a DO-213AB (MELF glass) package. The device is classified as Active product status and is ROHS3 compliant with unlimited moisture sensitivity level (MSL 1).

Substitute parts are identified when equivalent electrical and mechanical parameters are required for design flexibility, supply chain optimization, or packaging format preferences while maintaining identical functional performance in 50 V, 1 A rectifier applications.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value	Unit
Voltage - DC Reverse (Vr) (Max)	50	V
Current - Average Rectified (Io)	1	A
Voltage - Forward (Vf) (Max) @ If	1.1 @ 1 A	V
Speed	Standard Recovery >500ns, > 200mA (Io)	—
Current - Reverse Leakage @ Vr	10	µA @ 50 V
Capacitance @ Vr, F	8	pF @ 4V, 1MHz
Package / Case	DO-213AB, MELF (Glass)	—
Operating Temperature - Junction	-65 to 175	°C
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant	—
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)	1 (Unlimited)	—

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the GL41AHE3/97 are qualified based on the following criteria:

Electrical Parameters (Must Match):

Voltage - DC Reverse (Vr) (Max): 50 V
Current - Average Rectified (Io): 1 A
Voltage - Forward (Vf) (Max) @ If: 1.1 V @ 1 A
Speed: Standard Recovery >500ns, > 200mA (Io)
Current - Reverse Leakage @ Vr: 10 µA @ 50 V
Capacitance @ Vr, F: 8 pF @ 4V, 1MHz
Operating Temperature - Junction: -65°C to 175°C

Mechanical Parameters (Must Match):

Package / Case: DO-213AB, MELF (Glass)
Mounting Type: Surface Mount

Compliance Parameters (Must Match):

RoHS Status: ROHS3 Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL): 1 (Unlimited)
REACH Status: REACH Unaffected

Variable Parameters (Allowed to Differ):

Packaging format (Tape & Reel, Cut Tape & Digi-Reel®)
Technology designation (Standard or Avalanche)
Manufacturer part number suffix (revision code)

All substitute parts maintain identical electrical performance and physical form factor, differing only in packaging configuration and internal technology classification.

Parameter Comparison

Manufacturer Part Number	Vr (Max)	Io	Vf (Max) @ If	Speed	Ir @ Vr	Capacitance @ Vr, F	Package	Tj (Operating)	Technology	Packaging Format	Inventory (Pcs)
GL41AHE3/97	50 V	1 A	1.1 V @ 1 A	Standard Recovery >500ns, > 200mA	10 µA @ 50 V	8 pF @ 4V, 1MHz	DO-213AB, MELF	-65 to 175°C	Standard	Bulk	961
1N6478-E3/96	50 V	1 A	1.1 V @ 1 A	Standard Recovery >500ns, > 200mA	10 µA @ 50 V	8 pF @ 4V, 1MHz	DO-213AB, MELF	-65 to 175°C	Standard	Tape & Reel (TR)	22469
BYM10-50-E3/96	50 V	1 A	1.1 V @ 1 A	Standard Recovery >500ns, > 200mA	10 µA @ 50 V	8 pF @ 4V, 1MHz	DO-213AB, MELF	-65 to 175°C	Avalanche	Cut Tape (CT) & Digi-Reel®	17311
BYM10-50-E3/97	50 V	1 A	1.1 V @ 1 A	Standard Recovery >500ns, > 200mA	10 µA @ 50 V	8 pF @ 4V, 1MHz	DO-213AB, MELF	-65 to 175°C	Avalanche	Tape & Reel (TR)	20100
GL41A-E3/96	50 V	1 A	1.1 V @ 1 A	Standard Recovery >500ns, > 200mA	10 µA @ 50 V	8 pF @ 4V, 1MHz	DO-213AB, MELF	-65 to 175°C	Standard	Tape & Reel (TR)	30400
GL41A-E3/97	50 V	1 A	1.1 V @ 1 A	Standard Recovery >500ns, > 200mA	10 µA @ 50 V	8 pF @ 4V, 1MHz	DO-213AB, MELF	-65 to 175°C	Standard	Tape & Reel (TR)	21230

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All substitute parts listed maintain full electrical and mechanical equivalence to the GL41AHE3/97. Selection among these alternatives is determined by packaging and supply requirements:

GL41A-E3/96 and GL41A-E3/97 are direct functional equivalents with Standard technology classification and Tape & Reel packaging. These parts are suitable for automated assembly processes requiring reel-based component feeding. GL41A-E3/97 maintains the same revision code as the main part.

1N6478-E3/96 provides an alternative base part number while maintaining Standard technology and Tape & Reel packaging format. This part offers the highest inventory availability at 22,469 pieces.

BYM10-50-E3/96 and BYM10-50-E3/97 employ Avalanche technology classification and are available in Cut Tape & Digi-Reel® format (E3/96) or Tape & Reel format (E3/97). These parts are functionally equivalent despite the technology designation difference, as all electrical parameters remain identical.

All substitute parts are ROHS3 compliant, REACH unaffected, and carry MSL 1 (unlimited) moisture sensitivity rating, ensuring compatibility with standard manufacturing and storage environments.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can GL41A-E3/96 replace GL41AHE3/97 in production?

A: Yes. Both parts share identical electrical parameters (50 V, 1 A, 1.1 V forward voltage, 10 µA reverse leakage) and the same DO-213AB MELF package. The difference is packaging format: GL41A-E3/96 is supplied in Tape & Reel format, while GL41AHE3/97 is supplied in bulk. Both are Standard technology and ROHS3 compliant.

Q: What is the difference between Standard and Avalanche technology in these diodes?

A: Both technology types meet identical electrical specifications for this 50 V, 1 A application. The technology designation reflects internal design approach but does not affect the electrical performance parameters provided in the datasheet. All parts deliver the same forward voltage, reverse leakage, and recovery speed.

Q: Are BYM10-50-E3/96 and BYM10-50-E3/97 interchangeable?

A: Yes, electrically and mechanically. The difference is packaging: BYM10-50-E3/96 uses Cut Tape & Digi-Reel® format, while BYM10-50-E3/97 uses Tape & Reel format. Selection depends on assembly equipment compatibility and supply chain preferences.

Q: Does the packaging format affect circuit performance?

A: No. Tape & Reel, Cut Tape & Digi-Reel®, and bulk packaging formats do not affect electrical performance. The diode itself remains identical. Packaging selection is based on manufacturing process requirements and inventory management.

Q: Can I mix different substitute parts in the same production run?

A: Yes. All listed substitute parts are electrically and mechanically equivalent. They can be used interchangeably in the same circuit design without performance variation, provided assembly equipment is compatible with the packaging format.

Q: What inventory levels are available for each substitute?

A: GL41A-E3/96 has the highest availability at 30,400 pieces. GL41A-E3/97 has 21,230 pieces. BYM10-50-E3/97 has 20,100 pieces. 1N6478-E3/96 has 22,469 pieces. BYM10-50-E3/96 has 17,311 pieces. The original GL41AHE3/97 has 961 pieces in stock.

Q: Are all parts RoHS and REACH compliant?

A: Yes. All substitute parts are ROHS3 compliant and REACH unaffected, matching the compliance status of GL41AHE3/97. All carry MSL 1 (unlimited) moisture sensitivity level.

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