MBRF1560CTH Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The MBRF1560CTH is a Schottky diode array manufactured by Taiwan Semiconductor Corporation, configured as 1 pair common cathode with 60 V reverse voltage rating and 15 A average rectified current per diode. The device is packaged in TO-220-3 with isolated tab and features fast recovery characteristics suitable for high-frequency rectification applications. This part is discontinued at DiGi Electronics, necessitating identification of equivalent and substitute components that maintain functional compatibility within specified electrical and mechanical parameters.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value	Unit
Diode Configuration	1 Pair Common Cathode	—
Technology	Schottky	—
Voltage - DC Reverse (Vr) (Max)	60	V
Current - Average Rectified (Io) (per Diode)	15	A
Voltage - Forward (Vf) (Max) @ If	750 mV @ 7.5 A	—
Speed	Fast Recovery ≤ 500ns, > 200mA (Io)	—
Current - Reverse Leakage @ Vr	300 µA @ 60 V	—
Operating Temperature - Junction	-55°C ~ 150°C	—
Mounting Type	Through Hole	—
Package / Case	TO-220-3 Full Pack, Isolated Tab	—
Supplier Device Package	ITO-220AB	—
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant	—
Grade	Automotive	—
Qualification	AEC-Q101	—

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the MBRF1560CTH is determined by the following critical parameters: diode configuration (1 pair common cathode), technology (Schottky), reverse voltage rating (60 V maximum), average rectified current per diode (15 A), package type (TO-220-3 with isolated tab), and mounting method (through hole). Parts are grouped into three categories based on current rating compatibility:

Category 1: Full Electrical Equivalents (15 A Rating) Parts maintaining identical 15 A current rating with 60 V reverse voltage, Schottky technology, and TO-220-3 packaging. These provide direct functional replacement with equivalent thermal and electrical performance.

Category 2: Reduced Current Equivalents (7.5 A to 10 A Rating) Parts with lower average rectified current ratings (7.5 A or 10 A) but identical 60 V reverse voltage, Schottky technology, and TO-220-3 packaging. These are suitable for applications where the full 15 A capability is not required.

Category 3: Lower Current Equivalents (5 A Rating) Parts with 5 A current rating and 60 V reverse voltage in Schottky technology with TO-220-3 packaging. These are applicable only where current requirements do not exceed 5 A per diode.

All substitute parts maintain the same diode configuration, fast recovery speed characteristic, and through-hole mounting in ITO-220AB package format.

Parameter Comparison

Part Number	Manufacturer	Io (per Diode)	Vr (Max)	Vf (Max) @ If	Ir @ Vr	Tj (Operating)	Package	Product Status	RoHS	AEC-Q101
MBRF1560CTH	Taiwan Semiconductor	15 A	60 V	750 mV @ 7.5 A	300 µA @ 60 V	-55°C ~ 150°C	TO-220-3 ITO-220AB	Discontinued	ROHS3	Yes
MBRF1560CT	Taiwan Semiconductor	15 A	60 V	750 mV @ 7.5 A	300 µA @ 60 V	-55°C ~ 150°C	TO-220-3 ITO-220AB	Active	ROHS3	No
MBRF1560CT-E3/45	Vishay General Semiconductor	7.5 A	60 V	750 mV @ 7.5 A	1 mA @ 60 V	-65°C ~ 150°C	TO-220-3 ITO-220AB	Active	ROHS3	No
MBRF1560CTHE3/45	Vishay General Semiconductor	7.5 A	60 V	750 mV @ 7.5 A	1 mA @ 60 V	-65°C ~ 150°C	TO-220-3 ITO-220AB	Active	ROHS3	Yes
MBRF2060CT-E3/45	Vishay General Semiconductor	10 A	60 V	800 mV @ 10 A	150 µA @ 60 V	-65°C ~ 150°C	TO-220-3 ITO-220AB	Active	ROHS3	No
MBRF2060CTHE3/45	Vishay General Semiconductor	10 A	60 V	800 mV @ 10 A	150 µA @ 60 V	-65°C ~ 150°C	TO-220-3 ITO-220AB	Active	ROHS3	Yes
MBRF2560CT-E3/45	Vishay General Semiconductor	15 A	60 V	750 mV @ 15 A	1 mA @ 60 V	-65°C ~ 150°C	TO-220-3 ITO-220AB	Active	ROHS3	No
MBRF2560CT/45	Vishay General Semiconductor	15 A	60 V	750 mV @ 15 A	1 mA @ 60 V	-65°C ~ 150°C	TO-220-3 ITO-220AB	Active	Non-compliant	No
VFT1060C-E3/4W	Vishay General Semiconductor	5 A	60 V	700 mV @ 5 A	700 µA @ 60 V	-40°C ~ 150°C	TO-220-3 ITO-220AB	Active	ROHS3	No
VFT2060C-E3/4W	Vishay General Semiconductor	10 A	60 V	650 mV @ 10 A	850 µA @ 60 V	-55°C ~ 150°C	TO-220-3 ITO-220AB	Active	ROHS3	No
VFT2060G-E3/4W	Vishay General Semiconductor	10 A (DC)	60 V	900 mV @ 10 A	700 µA @ 60 V	-55°C ~ 150°C	TO-220-3 ITO-220AB	Active	ROHS3	No

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Primary Equivalent: MBRF1560CT The MBRF1560CT from Taiwan Semiconductor Corporation is the direct parametric equivalent to the MBRF1560CTH, maintaining identical electrical specifications including 15 A average rectified current, 60 V reverse voltage, and 750 mV forward voltage at 7.5 A. Both parts share the same base product number (MBRF1560) and package configuration. The MBRF1560CT is currently active in inventory with 2006 units available. This part is suitable for direct replacement in all applications where the MBRF1560CTH was originally specified.

Automotive-Grade Equivalent: MBRF1560CTHE3/45 For applications requiring automotive qualification and AEC-Q101 compliance, the MBRF1560CTHE3/45 from Vishay General Semiconductor provides equivalent functionality with extended operating temperature range (-65°C to 150°C versus -55°C to 150°C). This part maintains the 15 A current rating and 60 V reverse voltage specification. The MBRF1560CTHE3/45 is ROHS3 compliant and currently active with 1121 units in stock.

Full-Current Alternatives: MBRF2560CT-E3/45 and MBRF2560CT/45 The MBRF2560CT-E3/45 and MBRF2560CT/45 from Vishay General Semiconductor maintain the 15 A average rectified current rating with 60 V reverse voltage and TO-220-3 packaging. The MBRF2560CT-E3/45 is ROHS3 compliant and AEC-Q101 qualified, with 2450 units available. The MBRF2560CT/45 is non-ROHS compliant but offers 816 units in stock. Both parts feature improved reverse leakage characteristics (1 mA @ 60 V) and extended temperature range (-65°C to 150°C).

Reduced-Current Alternatives: MBRF2060CT-E3/45 and MBRF2060CTHE3/45 For applications where 10 A average rectified current is sufficient, the MBRF2060CT-E3/45 and MBRF2060CTHE3/45 provide 60 V reverse voltage rating in TO-220-3 packaging. The MBRF2060CTHE3/45 is ROHS3 compliant and AEC-Q101 qualified with 1102 units available. Both parts feature lower reverse leakage (150 µA @ 60 V) and extended temperature range (-65°C to 150°C).

Lower-Current Alternatives: VFT2060C-E3/4W and VFT2060G-E3/4W The VFT2060C-E3/4W and VFT2060G-E3/4W from Vishay General Semiconductor (TMBS® series) provide 10 A average rectified current with 60 V reverse voltage in TO-220-3 packaging. The VFT2060C-E3/4W features 650 mV forward voltage at 10 A and is suitable for applications with -55°C to 150°C operating range. The VFT2060G-E3/4W operates across the same temperature range with 900 mV forward voltage at 10 A. Both are ROHS3 compliant with 2450 and 1045 units respectively in stock.

Minimum-Current Alternative: VFT1060C-E3/4W The VFT1060C-E3/4W from Vishay General Semiconductor (TMBS® series) provides 5 A average rectified current with 60 V reverse voltage in TO-220-3 packaging. This part is suitable only for applications where current requirements do not exceed 5 A per diode. Operating temperature range is -40°C to 150°C, and 1446 units are available in stock.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can MBRF1560CT directly replace MBRF1560CTH? A: Yes. The MBRF1560CT maintains identical electrical parameters including 15 A average rectified current, 60 V reverse voltage, 750 mV forward voltage at 7.5 A, and fast recovery characteristics. Both parts use the same TO-220-3 ITO-220AB package with isolated tab. The primary difference is product status (MBRF1560CT is active while MBRF1560CTH is discontinued).

Q: What is the difference between MBRF1560CT-E3/45 and MBRF1560CTHE3/45? A: Both parts are from Vishay General Semiconductor with identical electrical specifications (7.5 A average rectified current, 60 V reverse voltage). The MBRF1560CTHE3/45 is ROHS3 compliant and AEC-Q101 qualified, while MBRF1560CT-E3/45 is ROHS3 compliant but not AEC-Q101 qualified. The MBRF1560CTHE3/45 is suitable for automotive applications requiring qualification compliance.

Q: Can I use MBRF2560CT-E3/45 as a substitute for MBRF1560CTH? A: Yes, with consideration of application requirements. The MBRF2560CT-E3/45 maintains the 15 A average rectified current and 60 V reverse voltage rating. However, it features improved reverse leakage characteristics (1 mA @ 60 V versus 300 µA @ 60 V) and extended operating temperature range (-65°C to 150°C versus -55°C to 150°C). The part is suitable for direct replacement in all applications where the original part was specified.

Q: What are the limitations of using MBRF2060CT-E3/45 instead of MBRF1560CTH? A: The MBRF2060CT-E3/45 has a reduced average rectified current rating of 10 A compared to the 15 A rating of MBRF1560CTH. This part is suitable only for applications where the maximum continuous current requirement does not exceed 10 A per diode. All other electrical parameters (60 V reverse voltage, Schottky technology, TO-220-3 packaging) are compatible.

Q: Are VFT2060C-E3/4W and VFT2060G-E3/4W interchangeable? A: Both parts provide 10 A average rectified current and 60 V reverse voltage in TO-220-3 packaging. The primary difference is forward voltage: VFT2060C-E3/4W has 650 mV @ 10 A while VFT2060G-E3/4W has 900 mV @ 10 A. Selection depends on application thermal and efficiency requirements. They are not directly interchangeable without circuit analysis.

Q: What packaging differences exist between these substitute parts? A: All substitute parts listed use the same TO-220-3 Full Pack with isolated tab configuration (ITO-220AB supplier package). Mounting type is through hole for all parts. Packaging differences relate to supplier delivery format (tube versus bulk), which does not affect electrical or mechanical compatibility.

Q: Which substitute part is recommended for automotive applications? A: The MBRF1560CTHE3/45 is recommended for automotive applications requiring AEC-Q101 qualification. This part maintains the 15 A average rectified current rating, 60 V reverse voltage, and provides extended operating temperature range (-65°C to 150°C). The MBRF2560CT-E3/45 and MBRF2060CTHE3/45 are also automotive-qualified alternatives with different current ratings.

Q: Can I use VFT1060C-E3/4W as a substitute? A: The VFT1060C-E3/4W is suitable only for applications where the average rectified current requirement does not exceed 5 A per diode. This part provides 60 V reverse voltage and TO-220-3 packaging but has reduced current capacity compared to MBRF1560CTH. Operating temperature range is -40°C to 150°C, which is narrower than the original part.

Q: What is the significance of reverse leakage current differences? A: Reverse leakage current affects power dissipation and thermal performance. The MBRF1560CTH has 300 µA @ 60 V leakage, while Vishay alternatives (MBRF1560CT-E3/45, MBRF2560CT-E3/45) have 1 mA @ 60 V. Lower leakage reduces standby power consumption but higher leakage may be acceptable in high-current applications where reverse leakage contribution is minimal relative to forward conduction losses.

Q: Are all substitute parts ROHS3 compliant? A: Most substitute parts listed are ROHS3 compliant. The exception is MBRF2560CT/45, which is RoHS non-compliant. For applications requiring ROHS compliance, select from MBRF1560CT, MBRF1560CTHE3/45, MBRF2060CT-E3/45, MBRF2060CTHE3/45, MBRF2560CT-E3/45, VFT1060C-E3/4W, VFT2060C-E3/4W, or VFT2060G-E3/4W.

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