RGL41K-E3/97 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The RGL41K-E3/97 is a general-purpose rectifier diode manufactured by Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division, part of the SUPERECTIFIER® series. This surface mount diode is rated for 800 V DC reverse voltage with 1 A average rectified current and features fast recovery characteristics with a reverse recovery time of 500 ns. The device is housed in a DO-213AB MELF (Glass) package and is suitable for applications requiring high-voltage rectification with fast switching performance.

The RGL41K-E3/97 maintains Active product status and is ROHS3 compliant. Equivalent and substitute parts are identified based on matching electrical specifications and mechanical compatibility to ensure direct functional replacement in circuit designs.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value	Unit
Voltage - DC Reverse (Vr) (Max)	800	V
Current - Average Rectified (Io)	1	A
Voltage - Forward (Vf) (Max) @ If	1.3 @ 1 A	V
Reverse Recovery Time (trr)	500	ns
Current - Reverse Leakage @ Vr	5 @ 800 V	µA
Capacitance @ Vr, F	15 @ 4V, 1MHz	pF
Package / Case	DO-213AB, MELF (Glass)	—
Mounting Type	Surface Mount	—
Operating Temperature - Junction	-65 to 175	°C
Speed Classification	Fast Recovery ≤ 500ns, > 200mA (Io)	—

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the RGL41K-E3/97 are qualified based on matching the following critical electrical and mechanical parameters:

Reverse Voltage Rating: 800 V DC maximum
Average Rectified Current: 1 A
Forward Voltage Drop: 1.3 V maximum at 1 A
Reverse Recovery Time: 500 ns (fast recovery classification)
Reverse Leakage Current: 5 µA at 800 V
Junction Capacitance: 15 pF at 4 V, 1 MHz
Package Type: DO-213AB MELF (Glass)
Mounting Configuration: Surface Mount
Temperature Range: -65°C to 175°C junction operating temperature

All substitute parts identified maintain identical electrical performance characteristics and physical package compatibility, enabling direct replacement without circuit redesign or performance degradation.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	RGL41K-E3/97	BYM11-800-E3/96	RGL41K-E3/96
Voltage - DC Reverse (Vr) (Max)	800 V	800 V	800 V
Current - Average Rectified (Io)	1 A	1 A	1 A
Voltage - Forward (Vf) (Max) @ If	1.3 V @ 1 A	1.3 V @ 1 A	1.3 V @ 1 A
Reverse Recovery Time (trr)	500 ns	500 ns	500 ns
Current - Reverse Leakage @ Vr	5 µA @ 800 V	5 µA @ 800 V	5 µA @ 800 V
Capacitance @ Vr, F	15 pF @ 4V, 1MHz	15 pF @ 4V, 1MHz	15 pF @ 4V, 1MHz
Package / Case	DO-213AB, MELF (Glass)	DO-213AB, MELF (Glass)	DO-213AB, MELF (Glass)
Mounting Type	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount
Operating Temperature - Junction	-65°C ~ 175°C	-65°C ~ 175°C	-65°C ~ 175°C
Speed Classification	Fast Recovery ≤ 500ns, > 200mA (Io)	Fast Recovery ≤ 500ns, > 200mA (Io)	Fast Recovery ≤ 500ns, > 200mA (Io)
Series	SUPERECTIFIER®	SUPERECTIFIER®	SUPERECTIFIER®
Product Status	Active	Active	Active
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)
REACH Status	REACH Unaffected	REACH Unaffected	REACH Unaffected

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All three diodes—RGL41K-E3/97, BYM11-800-E3/96, and RGL41K-E3/96—are functionally equivalent and maintain Active product status from Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division. Each part satisfies identical electrical specifications and mechanical requirements for 800 V, 1 A fast recovery rectification applications.

Selection among these parts may be based on inventory availability and supply chain considerations:

RGL41K-E3/97: 810 pieces in stock
BYM11-800-E3/96: 5363 pieces in stock
RGL41K-E3/96: 1580 pieces in stock

All parts carry ROHS3 compliance, REACH Unaffected status, and Moisture Sensitivity Level 1 (Unlimited), confirming suitability for standard manufacturing and storage environments. No additional qualification or testing is required for direct substitution.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can BYM11-800-E3/96 be used as a direct replacement for RGL41K-E3/97?

A: Yes. Both parts are rated for 800 V reverse voltage, 1 A average rectified current, and feature identical forward voltage drop, reverse recovery time, leakage current, and junction capacitance specifications. Both use the DO-213AB MELF package with surface mount configuration and operate across the same temperature range (-65°C to 175°C).

Q: What is the difference between RGL41K-E3/97 and RGL41K-E3/96?

A: These parts share the same base product number (RGL41) and are electrically identical. The difference lies in the packaging revision code (E3/97 versus E3/96). Both maintain identical electrical performance and mechanical compatibility.

Q: Are all three parts suitable for high-voltage rectification applications?

A: Yes. All three diodes are rated for 800 V DC reverse voltage and are classified as fast recovery devices with 500 ns reverse recovery time, making them suitable for high-voltage rectification circuits requiring fast switching performance.

Q: Do these parts require different PCB layouts or mounting procedures?

A: No. All three parts use the DO-213AB MELF (Glass) surface mount package, requiring identical PCB footprints and reflow soldering procedures.

Q: Are there any compliance or regulatory differences between these parts?

A: No. All three parts are ROHS3 compliant, REACH Unaffected, and carry Moisture Sensitivity Level 1 (Unlimited), confirming identical compliance status for manufacturing and environmental requirements.

Q: Which part should be selected based on availability?

A: Selection should be based on current inventory levels and supply chain requirements. BYM11-800-E3/96 offers the highest stock availability at 5363 pieces, followed by RGL41K-E3/96 at 1580 pieces, and RGL41K-E3/97 at 810 pieces.

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