MMO230-14IO7 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The MMO230-14IO7 is a 1.4 kV SCR module manufactured by IXYS, designed for single-phase AC control applications with a chassis mount configuration. This module contains 2 SCRs and supports a maximum RMS current of 180 A. The part is currently classified as obsolete, making identification of compatible substitute components essential for ongoing system maintenance and new design implementations.

Substiute Parts

MMO230-14IO7

IXYSIn Stock: 741MMO230-14IO7 Datasheet

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MMO230-16IO7

IXYSIn Stock: 10172MMO230-16IO7 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

The MMO230-16IO7 qualifies as a direct substitute for the MMO230-14IO7 based on the following substitution criteria:

Maintained Parameters (Identical or Compatible):

• Manufacturer: IXYS (same manufacturer ensures design compatibility)
• Structure: 1-Phase Controller - All SCRs (identical topology)
• Number of SCRs: 2 (identical configuration)
• Current - On State (It RMS) (Max): 180 A (identical current rating)
• Voltage - Gate Trigger (Vgt) (Max): 1.5 V (identical gate trigger voltage)
• Current - Gate Trigger (Igt) (Max): 150 mA (identical gate trigger current)
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to 125°C (identical thermal range)
• Mounting Type: Chassis Mount (identical mechanical interface)
• Package Type: Module (identical form factor)
• RoHS Status: ROHS3 Compliant (equivalent compliance)

Modified Parameter (Upgrade):

• Voltage - Off State: 1.6 kV (increased from 1.4 kV)

The voltage rating increase represents a functional upgrade that maintains backward compatibility in applications where the original 1.4 kV rating was specified, as the substitute can operate safely in circuits designed for lower voltage stress.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The MMO230-16IO7 is the appropriate substitute for the obsolete MMO230-14IO7 based on the following factors:

Product Status: The MMO230-14IO7 is classified as obsolete, while the MMO230-16IO7 maintains active product status with significantly higher inventory availability (10,099 units versus 677 units), ensuring long-term supply chain reliability.

Regulatory Compliance: Both parts maintain identical ROHS3 compliance and REACH unaffected status, satisfying equivalent environmental and regulatory requirements for industrial applications.

Electrical Compatibility: The substitute part maintains all critical electrical parameters including gate trigger specifications, hold current, and surge current ratings. The increased off-state voltage rating of 1.6 kV provides enhanced voltage margin in existing 1.4 kV circuit designs without requiring circuit modifications.

Mechanical and Thermal Compatibility: Identical chassis mount configuration, operating temperature range, and module packaging ensure direct mechanical and thermal interchangeability.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the MMO230-16IO7 directly replace the MMO230-14IO7 in existing applications?

A: Yes. The MMO230-16IO7 maintains identical current ratings, gate trigger specifications, and thermal operating range. The higher voltage rating (1.6 kV versus 1.4 kV) represents a functional upgrade that is compatible with circuits designed for the original 1.4 kV specification.

Q: What is the significance of the voltage rating difference between these parts?

A: The off-state voltage rating indicates the maximum reverse voltage the SCR can withstand. The MMO230-16IO7's 1.6 kV rating provides additional voltage margin compared to the 1.4 kV rating of the original part. This upgrade does not affect operation in lower-voltage applications.

Q: Are there any differences in gate drive requirements?

A: No. Both parts specify identical maximum gate trigger voltage (1.5 V) and gate trigger current (150 mA), ensuring compatibility with existing gate drive circuits.

Q: How do the current ratings compare?

A: Both parts are rated for identical maximum RMS current of 180 A and average current of 105 A, with matching non-repetitive surge current specifications of 2250 A (50 Hz) and 2400 A (60 Hz).

Q: Is the mounting configuration identical?

A: Yes. Both parts use chassis mount configuration with identical module packaging, ensuring mechanical interchangeability without modifications to mounting hardware or thermal management systems.

Q: What is the inventory status difference?

A: The MMO230-14IO7 has 677 units in stock but is classified as obsolete with no future production planned. The MMO230-16IO7 is an active product with 10,099 units available, providing superior long-term supply chain security.