GL41K-E3/96 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The GL41K-E3/96 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 800 V DC reverse voltage with 1 A average rectified current and is housed in a DO-213AB MELF package. The component is Active in product status and ROHS3 compliant. Substitute parts are identified when equivalent electrical and mechanical parameters are required for circuit design flexibility, inventory management, or supply chain continuity while maintaining identical functional performance.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Voltage - DC Reverse (Vr) (Max)	800 V
Current - Average Rectified (Io)	1 A
Voltage - Forward (Vf) (Max) @ If	1.2 V @ 1 A
Speed	Standard Recovery >500ns, > 200mA (Io)
Current - Reverse Leakage @ Vr	10 µA @ 800 V
Capacitance @ Vr, F	8 pF @ 4V, 1MHz
Package / Case	DO-213AB, MELF (Glass)
Operating Temperature - Junction	-65°C ~ 175°C
Mounting Type	Surface Mount
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)	1 (Unlimited)

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the GL41K-E3/96 are identified based on strict electrical and mechanical parameter equivalence. The following parameters determine substitution eligibility:

Critical Matching Parameters:

Voltage - DC Reverse (Vr) (Max): 800 V
Current - Average Rectified (Io): 1 A
Voltage - Forward (Vf) (Max) @ If: 1.2 V @ 1 A
Speed: Standard Recovery >500ns, > 200mA (Io)
Current - Reverse Leakage @ Vr: 10 µA @ 800 V
Capacitance @ Vr, F: 8 pF @ 4V, 1MHz
Package / Case: DO-213AB, MELF (Glass)
Operating Temperature - Junction: -65°C ~ 175°C
Mounting Type: Surface Mount

The substitute parts BYM10-800-E3/96 and BYM10-800-E3/97 meet all electrical and mechanical requirements for direct substitution. Both parts are manufactured by Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division within the SUPERECTIFIER® series and maintain identical performance specifications across all critical parameters.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	GL41K-E3/96	BYM10-800-E3/96	BYM10-800-E3/97
Manufacturer	Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division	Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division	Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division
Category	Diodes, Rectifiers	Diodes, Rectifiers	Diodes, Rectifiers
Series	SUPERECTIFIER®	SUPERECTIFIER®	SUPERECTIFIER®
Voltage - DC Reverse (Vr) (Max)	800 V	800 V	800 V
Current - Average Rectified (Io)	1 A	1 A	1 A
Voltage - Forward (Vf) (Max) @ If	1.2 V @ 1 A	1.2 V @ 1 A	1.2 V @ 1 A
Speed	Standard Recovery >500ns, > 200mA (Io)	Standard Recovery >500ns, > 200mA (Io)	Standard Recovery >500ns, > 200mA (Io)
Current - Reverse Leakage @ Vr	10 µA @ 800 V	10 µA @ 800 V	10 µA @ 800 V
Capacitance @ Vr, F	8 pF @ 4V, 1MHz	8 pF @ 4V, 1MHz	8 pF @ 4V, 1MHz
Package / Case	DO-213AB, MELF (Glass)	DO-213AB, MELF (Glass)	DO-213AB, MELF (Glass)
Mounting Type	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount
Operating Temperature - Junction	-65°C ~ 175°C	-65°C ~ 175°C	-65°C ~ 175°C
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)
Product Status	Active	Active	Active
Packaging	Tape & Reel (TR)	Tape & Reel (TR)	Tape & Reel (TR)

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All three diodes—GL41K-E3/96, BYM10-800-E3/96, and BYM10-800-E3/97—are Active products manufactured by Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division and carry ROHS3 compliance certification. Each part maintains identical electrical performance specifications and mechanical compatibility within the DO-213AB MELF surface mount package.

Selection between these parts is based on availability and supply chain requirements rather than functional differences. BYM10-800-E3/96 and BYM10-800-E3/97 are direct parametric equivalents suitable for applications where GL41K-E3/96 inventory is constrained. All three parts satisfy identical circuit requirements for 800 V, 1 A rectification applications with standard recovery characteristics.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can BYM10-800-E3/96 or BYM10-800-E3/97 be used as direct replacements for GL41K-E3/96?

A: Yes. Both substitute parts meet all electrical and mechanical parameters specified for GL41K-E3/96, including voltage rating, current capacity, forward voltage drop, recovery speed, reverse leakage current, and package configuration. Direct substitution is supported without circuit modification.

Q: Are there differences in technology between GL41K-E3/96 and the BYM10 series?

A: GL41K-E3/96 is classified as Standard technology, while BYM10-800-E3/96 and BYM10-800-E3/97 are classified as Avalanche technology. Despite this classification difference, both technologies deliver identical electrical performance across all specified parameters relevant to circuit operation.

Q: Do all three parts use the same package?

A: Yes. GL41K-E3/96, BYM10-800-E3/96, and BYM10-800-E3/97 all use the DO-213AB MELF (Glass) surface mount package with identical mechanical dimensions and PCB footprint compatibility.

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

A: All three parts operate across a junction temperature range of -65°C to 175°C, supporting identical thermal performance in circuit applications.

Q: Are these parts RoHS compliant?

A: Yes. GL41K-E3/96, BYM10-800-E3/96, and BYM10-800-E3/97 are all ROHS3 compliant with Moisture Sensitivity Level 1 (Unlimited), meeting environmental and regulatory requirements for industrial and commercial applications.

Q: What is the difference between the BYM10-800-E3/96 and BYM10-800-E3/97 part numbers?

A: Both BYM10-800-E3/96 and BYM10-800-E3/97 are parametric equivalents with identical electrical specifications. The difference in part number suffix reflects packaging or manufacturing date code variations without affecting functional performance or circuit compatibility.

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