P0300ECAP Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The P0300ECAP is a 25V off-state, 400A peak pulse TVS thyristor manufactured by Littelfuse in the SIDACtor® series. This component is designed for transient voltage suppression applications requiring high current handling capability in a compact TO-226-2 package. The part is currently classified as obsolete, making identification of suitable substitutes essential for ongoing design support and component procurement.

Substiute Parts

P0300ECAP

LittelfuseIn Stock: 1095P0300ECAP Datasheet

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P0300ECLAP

Littelfuse Inc.In Stock: 741P0300ECLAP Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the P0300ECAP is determined by electrical parameter equivalence across all critical specifications. The substitute part P0300ECLAP maintains identical electrical characteristics: 25V off-state voltage, 40V breakover voltage, 4V on-state voltage, 400A peak pulse current (8/20µs), 100A peak pulse current (10/1000µs), 50mA hold current, and 250pF capacitance. Both parts utilize the same TO-226-2 package with through-hole mounting. The primary distinction between these parts is product status and packaging format, with P0300ECLAP available in active production status with Tape & Box packaging and enhanced RoHS3 compliance.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The P0300ECLAP is the direct electrical equivalent of the P0300ECAP with identical performance across all specified electrical parameters. Selection of P0300ECLAP is supported by its active product status, ensuring long-term availability and supply chain continuity. The P0300ECLAP meets ROHS3 compliance requirements, addressing regulatory requirements for new designs and procurement cycles. Both parts are functionally interchangeable within applications requiring 25V off-state TVS thyristor protection with 400A peak pulse current handling in TO-226-2 through-hole packages.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can P0300ECLAP directly replace P0300ECAP in existing designs? A: Yes. The P0300ECLAP provides identical electrical performance across all specified parameters including voltage ratings, current ratings, and capacitance. Both parts use the same TO-226-2 package with through-hole mounting, enabling direct substitution without circuit modification.

Q: What is the significance of the product status difference? A: The P0300ECAP is classified as obsolete, indicating discontinued production. The P0300ECLAP maintains active production status, ensuring component availability for new procurement and design support. Active status provides access to current manufacturing processes and quality assurance protocols.

Q: Does the packaging format difference affect electrical performance? A: No. The packaging format difference (bulk versus Tape & Box) is a logistics and handling consideration only. Electrical characteristics and performance remain identical. Tape & Box packaging provides automated assembly compatibility for high-volume manufacturing environments.

Q: Are there compliance differences between these parts? A: The P0300ECLAP meets ROHS3 compliance standards, while the P0300ECAP is RoHS non-compliant. For applications subject to RoHS regulations or customer requirements, P0300ECLAP is the appropriate selection.

Q: What parameters must remain constant for substitution validity? A: Substitution validity requires equivalence across voltage ratings (off-state, breakover, on-state), peak pulse current specifications (8/20µs and 10/1000µs), hold current, capacitance, and package type. All these parameters are identical between P0300ECAP and P0300ECLAP.