GPA802-BP Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The GPA802-BP is a general-purpose rectifier diode rated for 100V DC reverse voltage and 8A average rectified current in a through-hole TO-220AC package. Manufactured by Micro Commercial Co, this component is classified as obsolete, necessitating identification of active equivalent parts for ongoing design support and procurement continuity. Substitute parts must maintain identical electrical performance characteristics and mechanical compatibility to ensure direct replacement without circuit redesign.

Substiute Parts

GPA802-BP

Micro Commercial CoIn Stock: 772GPA802-BP Datasheet

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GPA802 C0G

Taiwan Semiconductor CorporationIn Stock: 934GPA802 C0G Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the GPA802-BP are identified based on strict electrical and mechanical parameter matching. The following criteria determine substitution eligibility:

Primary Electrical Parameters:

• Voltage - DC Reverse (Vr) (Max): 100 V
• Current - Average Rectified (Io): 8 A
• Voltage - Forward (Vf) (Max) @ If: 1.1 V @ 8 A
• Speed: Standard Recovery >500ns, > 200mA (Io)
• Current - Reverse Leakage @ Vr: 5 µA @ 100 V
• Capacitance @ Vr, F: 50 pF @ 4V, 1MHz

Mechanical Parameters:

• Package / Case: TO-220-2
• Mounting Type: Through Hole
• Supplier Device Package: TO-220AC

Compliance Parameters:

• RoHS Status: ROHS3 Compliant
• Technology: Standard

Substitute parts must match all primary electrical parameters and mechanical specifications. Product status (active versus obsolete) is a secondary consideration for procurement availability.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The GPA802 C0G manufactured by Taiwan Semiconductor Corporation is a direct electrical and mechanical equivalent to the GPA802-BP. All primary electrical parameters match exactly, including voltage rating, current capacity, forward voltage drop, recovery speed, reverse leakage current, and junction capacitance. Both parts are housed in identical TO-220-2 through-hole packages and maintain ROHS3 compliance.

The GPA802 C0G is classified as an active product, providing superior procurement availability compared to the obsolete GPA802-BP. The operating temperature range of the substitute is -55°C to 150°C, which is narrower at the lower bound than the main part (-65°C to 150°C). This difference is relevant only for applications requiring operation below -55°C.

Selection of the GPA802 C0G is appropriate for applications where the lower operating temperature limit of -55°C is acceptable. For applications requiring operation at -65°C, the original GPA802-BP specification must be maintained or alternative parts with matching lower temperature limits must be identified.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the GPA802 C0G be used as a direct replacement for the GPA802-BP in existing designs?

A: The GPA802 C0G is electrically and mechanically equivalent to the GPA802-BP for all specified parameters. Direct substitution is valid provided the application does not require operation below -55°C junction temperature. Both parts share identical voltage ratings (100V), current capacity (8A), forward voltage characteristics (1.1V @ 8A), and package configuration (TO-220AC).

Q: What is the significance of the different operating temperature ranges?

A: The GPA802-BP operates from -65°C to 150°C, while the GPA802 C0G operates from -55°C to 150°C. The substitute part has a narrower lower temperature limit. Applications operating exclusively above -55°C junction temperature are unaffected. Applications requiring operation at -65°C must retain the original part specification or identify alternative sources.

Q: Are there any compliance differences between the main part and substitute?

A: Both the GPA802-BP and GPA802 C0G are ROHS3 compliant. The substitute carries additional REACH Unaffected status. No compliance barriers exist for substitution from an environmental or regulatory standpoint.

Q: Why is the GPA802-BP classified as obsolete?

A: Product obsolescence is determined by manufacturer discontinuation. The GPA802 C0G, manufactured by Taiwan Semiconductor Corporation, is actively produced and represents the current equivalent offering for this electrical specification class.

Q: Are there any circuit performance differences between these parts?

A: No circuit performance differences exist. All electrical parameters are identical: reverse voltage (100V), average rectified current (8A), forward voltage drop (1.1V @ 8A), recovery speed (>500ns), reverse leakage (5µA @ 100V), and junction capacitance (50pF @ 4V, 1MHz).

Q: What is the mechanical compatibility status?

A: Both parts use the TO-220-2 package with TO-220AC supplier device package designation. Through-hole mounting is identical. PCB layout and thermal management considerations remain unchanged during substitution.