RN 2Z Equivalent & Substitute Parts Reference

Part Overview

The RN 2Z, manufactured by Sanken Electric USA Inc., is a 200 V 2A general-purpose fast recovery diode in an axial through-hole package. It is categorized under Diodes, Rectifiers and has a product status of Obsolete. As this device is not currently available for new designs and limited to inventory stock, identification of substitute parts with matched key parameters is required for continued production, maintenance, or repair applications.

Key Parameters

Parameter	RN 2Z
Category	Diodes, Rectifiers
Technology	Standard
Voltage - DC Reverse (Vr) (Max)	200 V
Current - Average Rectified (Io)	2A
Voltage - Forward (Vf) (Max) @ If	920 mV @ 2A
Speed	Fast Recovery =< 500ns, > 200mA (Io)
Reverse Recovery Time (trr)	100 ns
Current - Reverse Leakage @ Vr	50 µA @ 200 V
Mounting Type	Through Hole
Package / Case	Axial
Operating Temperature - Junction	-40°C ~ 150°C
RoHS Status	RoHS Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)	1 (Unlimited)
ECCN	EAR99
HTSUS	8541.10.0080

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts are selected from the Diodes, Rectifiers category with strict alignment to the following parameters:

Technology (Standard or Avalanche)
Voltage - DC Reverse (Vr) (Max): 200 V
Current - Average Rectified (Io): 2A
Speed: Fast Recovery =< 500ns, > 200mA (Io)
Mounting Type: Through Hole
Package / Case: Axial or equivalent standard through-hole types
Operating Temperature - Junction: inclusive of the main part's range
RoHS Status: Compliant parts only

All substitute parts listed match these key parameters.

Parameter Comparison

Part Number	Category	Technology	Voltage - DC Reverse (Vr) (Max)	Current - Average Rectified (Io)	Voltage - Forward (Vf) (Max) @ If	Speed	Reverse Recovery Time (trr)	Current - Reverse Leakage @ Vr	Mounting Type	Package / Case	Operating Temperature - Junction	RoHS Status	Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)
RN 2Z	Diodes, Rectifiers	Standard	200 V	2A	920 mV @ 2A	Fast Recovery ≤ 500ns	100 ns	50 µA @ 200 V	Through Hole	Axial	-40°C ~ 150°C	RoHS Compliant	1 (Unlimited)
BYV27-200-TAP	Diodes, Rectifiers	Avalanche	200 V	2A	1.07 V @ 3A	Fast Recovery ≤ 500ns	25 ns	1 µA @ 200 V	Through Hole	SOD-57, Axial	-55°C ~ 175°C	ROHS3 Compliant	1 (Unlimited)
BYV27-200-TR	Diodes, Rectifiers	Avalanche	200 V	2A	1.07 V @ 3A	Fast Recovery ≤ 500ns	25 ns	1 µA @ 200 V	Through Hole	SOD-57, Axial	-55°C ~ 175°C	ROHS3 Compliant	1 (Unlimited)
EGP20D	Diodes, Rectifiers	Standard	200 V	2A	950 mV @ 2A	Fast Recovery ≤ 500ns	50 ns	5 µA @ 200 V	Through Hole	DO-204AC, DO-15, Axial	-65°C ~ 150°C	ROHS3 Compliant	Not Applicable
EGP20D-E3/54	Diodes, Rectifiers	Standard	200 V	2A	950 mV @ 2A	Fast Recovery ≤ 500ns	50 ns	5 µA @ 200 V	Through Hole	DO-204AC, DO-15, Axial	-65°C ~ 150°C	ROHS3 Compliant	1 (Unlimited)
EGP20D-E3/73	Diodes, Rectifiers	Standard	200 V	2A	950 mV @ 2A	Fast Recovery ≤ 500ns	50 ns	5 µA @ 200 V	Through Hole	DO-204AC, DO-15, Axial	-65°C ~ 150°C	ROHS3 Compliant	1 (Unlimited)
MUR220G	Diodes, Rectifiers	Standard	200 V	2A	950 mV @ 2A	Fast Recovery ≤ 500ns	35 ns	2 µA @ 200 V	Through Hole	DO-204AL, DO-41, Axial	-65°C ~ 175°C	ROHS3 Compliant	Not Applicable
MUR220RLG	Diodes, Rectifiers	Standard	200 V	2A	950 mV @ 2A	Fast Recovery ≤ 500ns	35 ns	2 µA @ 200 V	Through Hole	DO-204AL, DO-41, Axial	-65°C ~ 175°C	ROHS3 Compliant	Not Applicable
SBYV27-200-E3/54	Diodes, Rectifiers	Standard	200 V	2A	1.07 V @ 3A	Fast Recovery ≤ 500ns	15 ns	5 µA @ 200 V	Through Hole	DO-204AC, DO-15, Axial	-55°C ~ 150°C	ROHS3 Compliant	1 (Unlimited)
SBYV27-200-E3/73	Diodes, Rectifiers	Standard	200 V	2A	1.07 V @ 3A	Fast Recovery ≤ 500ns	15 ns	5 µA @ 200 V	Through Hole	DO-204AC, DO-15, Axial	-55°C ~ 150°C	ROHS3 Compliant	1 (Unlimited)
UG2D-E3/54	Diodes, Rectifiers	Standard	200 V	2A	950 mV @ 2A	Fast Recovery ≤ 500ns	25 ns	5 µA @ 200 V	Through Hole	DO-204AC, DO-15, Axial	-55°C ~ 150°C	ROHS3 Compliant	1 (Unlimited)
UG2D-E3/73	Diodes, Rectifiers	Standard	200 V	2A	950 mV @ 2A	Fast Recovery ≤ 500ns	25 ns	5 µA @ 200 V	Through Hole	DO-204AC, DO-15, Axial	-55°C ~ 150°C	ROHS3 Compliant	1 (Unlimited)

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Replacement selection for RN 2Z should be performed based on part status and compliance. All listed substitutes are active and RoHS compliant, with Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL) of 1 (Unlimited) where provided, or Not Applicable for DO-15/DO-41 packages according to the substitute documentation. Substitute parts with standard or avalanche diode technology and through-hole axial packages are suitable for direct substitution. Upon confirmation of obsolete status for RN 2Z, the listed parts meet current environmental and export control requirements as indicated by RoHS Compliance and ECCN EAR99.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What are the essential criteria for substituting the RN 2Z diode?
A1: Substitution is determined strictly by the following parameters: diode category, technology (standard or avalanche), maximum reverse voltage (200 V), average rectified current (2A), fast recovery speed (≤ 500 ns), through-hole mounting and axial (or equivalent) package.

Q2: Are all substitute parts compatible in form factor for direct replacement in PCBs designed for RN 2Z?
A2: All listed substitute diodes use axial or equivalent standard through-hole package types that match the installation method of RN 2Z.

Q3: Is RoHS compliance and environmental certification matched for all substitute parts?
A3: All substitutes are RoHS compliant per provided datasheet information. Moisture Sensitivity Levels are included where specified.

Q4: Do substitute diodes cover and exceed the operating temperature requirements of RN 2Z?
A4: All substitutes listed have operating temperature ranges inclusive or wider than the RN 2Z specified range (-40°C ~ 150°C).

Q5: Is there any difference in diode recovery characteristics among substitutes?
A5: Reverse recovery time varies among substitutes but remains within the fast recovery classification (≤ 500 ns) as required for RN 2Z substitution. Select a substitute matching application speed requirements from the parameter comparison table.

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