GS2960-IBE3 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The GS2960-IBE3 is a video receiver IC designed for professional video applications utilizing DVB-ASI and SMPTE standards. This component operates as a logic-level receiver in a 100-LBGA (11x11) surface mount package. The GS2960-IBE3 is classified as "Not For New Designs," indicating it has reached end-of-life status. Identifying equivalent substitute parts is necessary for ongoing system maintenance, legacy equipment support, and design continuity where existing implementations require component replacement.

Substiute Parts

GS2960-IBE3

Semtech CorporationIn Stock: 2034GS2960-IBE3 Datasheet

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GS2960AIBE3

Semtech CorporationIn Stock: 2146GS2960AIBE3 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the GS2960-IBE3 is determined by strict alignment across the following critical parameters:

• Manufacturer: Semtech Corporation (same manufacturer ensures design compatibility)
• Package / Case: 100-LBGA (11x11) (identical footprint and pinout required for PCB compatibility)
• Mounting Type: Surface Mount (same assembly process compatibility)
• Voltage - Supply: 1.71V ~ 1.89V, 3.13V ~ 3.47V (identical supply voltage ranges required)
• Control Interface: Logic (same signal level compatibility)
• Standards: DVB-ASI, SMPTE (same protocol support required)
• Applications: Professional Video (same functional domain)
• Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL): 3 (168 Hours) (same handling and storage requirements)

The GS2960AIBE3 meets all substitution criteria as a direct equivalent part from the same manufacturer with identical electrical and mechanical specifications.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The GS2960AIBE3 is the direct substitute for the GS2960-IBE3. Both parts share identical electrical specifications, package geometry, and functional characteristics. The primary distinction is product lifecycle status: the GS2960-IBE3 is designated "Not For New Designs," while the GS2960AIBE3 maintains "Active" status with current manufacturing availability.

For legacy system maintenance and component replacement applications, the GS2960AIBE3 provides functional equivalence with the advantage of ongoing supply chain availability. Both parts maintain equivalent RoHS compliance and moisture sensitivity classifications, ensuring compatibility with existing assembly and storage protocols.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the GS2960AIBE3 be used as a direct replacement for the GS2960-IBE3 in existing designs?

A: Yes. The GS2960AIBE3 is electrically and mechanically equivalent to the GS2960-IBE3. Both parts feature identical supply voltage ranges (1.71V ~ 1.89V, 3.13V ~ 3.47V), the same 100-LBGA (11x11) package footprint, and support for DVB-ASI and SMPTE standards. No circuit modifications are required.

Q: What is the significance of the "Not For New Designs" status on the GS2960-IBE3?

A: This designation indicates the part has reached end-of-life and is no longer recommended for new product development. Existing inventory may remain available for legacy system support, but the GS2960AIBE3 is the recommended active alternative for ongoing applications.

Q: Are there any differences in RoHS compliance between these parts?

A: Both parts are RoHS compliant. The GS2960-IBE3 is ROHS3 Compliant, and the GS2960AIBE3 is RoHS Compliant. Both meet regulatory requirements for hazardous substance restrictions.

Q: Do these parts have identical moisture sensitivity requirements?

A: Yes. Both the GS2960-IBE3 and GS2960AIBE3 are classified as MSL 3 (168 Hours), requiring identical handling, storage, and reflow procedures.

Q: Is the 100-LBGA (11x11) package footprint identical between both parts?

A: Yes. Both parts use the same 100-LBGA (11x11) surface mount package, ensuring PCB layout compatibility without redesign.