P6SMBJ350CA Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The P6SMBJ350CA is a transient voltage suppressor (TVS) diode manufactured by Littelfuse, designed for general-purpose overvoltage protection in surface-mount applications. This component features a 300V reverse standoff voltage with a 482V maximum clamping voltage and 1.3A peak pulse current capability in a DO-214AA (SMB) package. The part is currently listed as obsolete, making identification of functionally equivalent alternatives necessary for ongoing design support and procurement.

Substiute Parts

P6SMBJ350CA
LittelfuseIn Stock: 1056P6SMBJ350CA Datasheet
P6SMBJ350CA
Current Part
P6SMB350CA
Eaton - Electronics DivisionIn Stock: 1607P6SMB350CA Datasheet
P6SMB350CA
MFR Recommended
SMBJP6KE350CA-TP
Micro Commercial CoIn Stock: 9646SMBJP6KE350CA-TP Datasheet
SMBJP6KE350CA-TP
Direct
P6SMB350CA
Eaton - Electronics DivisionIn Stock: 1607P6SMB350CA Datasheet
P6SMB350CA
MFR Recommended
SMBJ300CA
MeritekIn Stock: 23875SMBJ300CA Datasheet
SMBJ300CA
MFR Recommended
TV06B301JB-G
Comchip TechnologyIn Stock: 701TV06B301JB-G Datasheet
TV06B301JB-G
MFR Recommended

Key Parameters

Parameter Value
Voltage - Reverse Standoff (Typ) 300V
Voltage - Breakdown (Min) 332V
Voltage - Clamping (Max) @ Ipp 482V
Current - Peak Pulse (10/1000µs) 1.3A
Power - Peak Pulse 600W
Package / Case DO-214AA, SMB
Mounting Type Surface Mount
Operating Temperature Range -55°C ~ 150°C (TJ)
Type Zener
Bidirectional Channels 1

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the P6SMBJ350CA is determined by strict equivalence across the following electrical and mechanical parameters:

  • Voltage - Reverse Standoff: 300V (nominal)
  • Voltage - Clamping (Max) @ Ipp: 482V ± tolerance
  • Current - Peak Pulse (10/1000µs): 1.3A ± tolerance
  • Power - Peak Pulse: 600W
  • Package / Case: DO-214AA or SMB
  • Mounting Type: Surface Mount
  • Type: Zener, Bidirectional (1 channel)

The identified substitute parts maintain these core electrical specifications within acceptable engineering tolerances. Variations in clamping voltage (482V to 486V) and peak pulse current (1.3A to 1.23A) remain within the functional operating envelope for this device category.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter P6SMBJ350CA (Littelfuse) P6SMB350CA (Eaton) SMBJP6KE350CA-TP (Micro Commercial Co) SMBJ300CA (Meritek) TV06B301JB-G (Comchip Technology)
Voltage - Reverse Standoff (Typ) 300V 300V 300V 300V 300V
Voltage - Breakdown (Min) 332V 332V 332V 335V 335V
Voltage - Clamping (Max) @ Ipp 482V 482V 482V 486V 486V
Current - Peak Pulse (10/1000µs) 1.3A 1.3A 1.3A 1.23A 1.23A
Power - Peak Pulse 600W 600W 600W 600W 600W
Package / Case DO-214AA, SMB DO-214AA, SMB DO-214AA, SMB DO-214AA (SMB) DO-214AA, SMB
Mounting Type Surface Mount Surface Mount Surface Mount Surface Mount Surface Mount
Operating Temperature Range -55°C ~ 150°C (TJ) -55°C ~ 150°C (TJ) -55°C ~ 175°C (TJ) -55°C ~ 150°C Not specified
Product Status Obsolete Active Active Active Active
RoHS Status ROHS3 Compliant RoHS non-compliant ROHS3 Compliant ROHS3 Compliant ROHS3 Compliant

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Primary Substitutes (Exact Electrical Match):

P6SMB350CA (Eaton - Electronics Division) and SMBJP6KE350CA-TP (Micro Commercial Co) provide direct electrical equivalence to the P6SMBJ350CA with identical voltage and current specifications. SMBJP6KE350CA-TP offers extended operating temperature range (-55°C ~ 175°C) and ROHS3 compliance. P6SMB350CA is actively produced but carries RoHS non-compliance status.

Secondary Substitutes (Minor Parameter Variance):

SMBJ300CA (Meritek) and TV06B301JB-G (Comchip Technology) maintain functional equivalence with clamping voltage of 486V (4V higher) and peak pulse current of 1.23A (0.07A lower). These variations remain within acceptable operating margins for general-purpose TVS applications. Both parts are ROHS3 compliant and actively produced.

Compliance Considerations:

For applications requiring ROHS3 compliance, SMBJP6KE350CA-TP, SMBJ300CA, and TV06B301JB-G are suitable. P6SMB350CA does not meet ROHS3 requirements. All parts carry identical ECCN and HTSUS classifications.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can P6SMB350CA be used as a direct replacement for P6SMBJ350CA?

A: Yes. P6SMB350CA maintains identical electrical specifications: 300V reverse standoff, 482V clamping voltage, and 1.3A peak pulse current. Both use DO-214AA (SMB) surface-mount packaging. The primary difference is RoHS compliance status and active production availability.

Q: What is the difference between the 482V and 486V clamping voltage variants?

A: SMBJP6KE350CA-TP and P6SMBJ350CA specify 482V maximum clamping, while SMBJ300CA and TV06B301JB-G specify 486V. This 4V difference represents a 0.8% variance and remains within acceptable tolerance for general-purpose overvoltage protection circuits.

Q: Are all substitute parts available in the same package?

A: All identified substitutes use DO-214AA (SMB) surface-mount packaging, ensuring mechanical and footprint compatibility. Tape & Reel (TR) packaging is available for most active production variants.

Q: Does operating temperature range affect substitution suitability?

A: SMBJP6KE350CA-TP supports -55°C ~ 175°C, exceeding the original P6SMBJ350CA specification of -55°C ~ 150°C. Other substitutes match the original temperature range. Temperature capability should be verified against application requirements.

Q: Which substitute offers the best compliance profile?

A: SMBJP6KE350CA-TP combines ROHS3 compliance, active production status, extended temperature range, and exact electrical specifications matching the original part.

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