Equivalent & Substitute Parts for S2J-M3/5BT

Part Overview

The S2J-M3/5BT is a general-purpose rectifier diode manufactured by Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division. This surface mount diode operates at 600 V DC reverse voltage with 1.5 A average rectified current in a DO-214AA (SMB) package. The part is Active status and ROHS3 compliant. Equivalent and substitute parts are identified based on matching or exceeding electrical specifications while maintaining mechanical compatibility with the DO-214AA package footprint.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value	Unit
Voltage - DC Reverse (Vr) (Max)	600	V
Current - Average Rectified (Io)	1.5	A
Voltage - Forward (Vf) (Max) @ If	1.15 V @ 1.5 A	V
Reverse Recovery Time (trr)	2	µs
Current - Reverse Leakage @ Vr	1	µA @ 600 V
Package / Case	DO-214AA, SMB	-
Mounting Type	Surface Mount	-
Operating Temperature - Junction	-55°C ~ 150°C	-
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant	-

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the S2J-M3/5BT are grouped into three categories based on electrical and mechanical compatibility:

Parametric Equivalents (Identical Electrical Specifications): Parts that match all critical electrical parameters including 600 V reverse voltage, 1.5 A average rectified current, 1.15 V forward voltage at 1.5 A, and 2 µs reverse recovery time. These parts differ only in packaging format (Tape & Reel versus Cut Tape) or automotive qualification grade. Parametric equivalents include S2J-E3/52T, S2JHE3_A/H, and S2JHE3_A/I.

Manufacturer Recommended Substitutes (Lower Current Rating): Parts rated at 1 A average rectified current with 600 V reverse voltage. These include ER1J-LTP, MURS160-13-F, and RS1J-13-F. These parts operate within the same voltage class but at reduced current capacity.

Manufacturer Recommended Substitutes (Higher Current Rating): Parts rated at 2 A or 3 A average rectified current with 600 V reverse voltage. These include S2J (2 A), S2J-LTP (2 A), MURS260T3G (2 A), and MURS360BT3G (3 A). These parts provide increased current handling capability within the same voltage class.

All substitute parts maintain DO-214AA (SMB) package compatibility and surface mount mounting type. Substitution is determined by matching or exceeding the following key parameters: DC reverse voltage rating, average rectified current capacity, package type, and mounting method.

Parameter Comparison

Part Number	Manufacturer	Vr (Max) [V]	Io [A]	Vf (Max) [V]	trr [µs/ns]	Ir @ Vr [µA]	Package	Packaging Format	Temp Range [°C]
S2J-M3/5BT	Vishay	600	1.5	1.15 @ 1.5A	2 µs	1 @ 600V	DO-214AA	Tape & Reel	-55 to 150
S2J-E3/52T	Vishay	600	1.5	1.15 @ 1.5A	2 µs	1 @ 600V	DO-214AA	Cut Tape	-55 to 150
S2JHE3_A/H	Vishay	600	1.5	1.15 @ 1.5A	2 µs	1 @ 600V	DO-214AA	Tape & Reel	-55 to 150
S2JHE3_A/I	Vishay	600	1.5	1.15 @ 1.5A	2 µs	1 @ 600V	DO-214AA	Cut Tape	-55 to 150
ER1J-LTP	Micro Commercial Co	600	1	1.7 @ 1A	35 ns	5 @ 600V	DO-214AA	Tape & Reel	-65 to 175
MURS160-13-F	Diodes Incorporated	600	1	1.25 @ 1A	50 ns	5 @ 600V	DO-214AA	Cut Tape & Digi-Reel	-55 to 175
MURS260T3G	onsemi	600	2	1.45 @ 2A	75 ns	5 @ 600V	DO-214AA	Cut Tape & Digi-Reel	-65 to 175
MURS360BT3G	onsemi	600	3	1.25 @ 3A	75 ns	3 @ 600V	DO-214AA	Cut Tape & Digi-Reel	-65 to 175
RS1J-13-F	Diodes Incorporated	600	1	1.3 @ 1A	250 ns	5 @ 600V	DO-214AA	Tape & Reel	-65 to 150
S2J	Nexperia USA Inc.	600	2	1.15 @ 2A	2 µs	1 @ 600V	DO-214AA	-	-65 to 150
S2J-LTP	Micro Commercial Co	600	2	1.15 @ 2A	Fast Recovery ≤500ns	5 @ 600V	DO-214AA	Tape & Reel	-55 to 150

Engineering Selection Recommendations

For Direct Replacement (Identical Specifications): Select S2J-E3/52T, S2JHE3_A/H, or S2JHE3_A/I when exact electrical parameter matching is required. S2JHE3_A/H and S2JHE3_A/I carry AEC-Q101 automotive qualification and are suitable for automotive applications. S2J-E3/52T is available in Cut Tape format for applications requiring tape packaging.

For Current-Reduced Applications: Select ER1J-LTP, MURS160-13-F, or RS1J-13-F when circuit design permits operation at 1 A average rectified current. These parts maintain 600 V reverse voltage rating and DO-214AA package compatibility. MURS160-13-F and RS1J-13-F are manufactured by Diodes Incorporated. ER1J-LTP is manufactured by Micro Commercial Co and offers extended operating temperature range to 175°C.

For Current-Increased Applications: Select S2J (2 A), S2J-LTP (2 A), MURS260T3G (2 A), or MURS360BT3G (3 A) when higher current capacity is required. All maintain 600 V reverse voltage rating and DO-214AA package compatibility. S2J from Nexperia USA Inc. offers the largest inventory (2,447,738 pieces). MURS260T3G and MURS360BT3G from onsemi provide fast recovery characteristics and extended temperature range to 175°C.

All substitute parts are ROHS3 compliant, REACH unaffected, and classified as EAR99 for export control purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can S2J-E3/52T replace S2J-M3/5BT directly?

A: Yes. S2J-E3/52T is a parametric equivalent with identical electrical specifications (600 V, 1.5 A, 1.15 V forward voltage, 2 µs recovery time). The only difference is packaging format: S2J-E3/52T is supplied in Cut Tape format while S2J-M3/5BT is supplied in Tape & Reel format. Both use DO-214AA package and surface mount technology.

Q: What is the difference between S2JHE3_A/H and S2JHE3_A/I?

A: Both parts are parametric equivalents with identical electrical specifications. S2JHE3_A/H is supplied in Tape & Reel format while S2JHE3_A/I is supplied in Cut Tape format. Both carry AEC-Q101 automotive qualification, making them suitable for automotive applications.

Q: Can I use MURS160-13-F as a substitute for S2J-M3/5BT?

A: MURS160-13-F operates at 600 V reverse voltage and DO-214AA package, but is rated for 1 A average rectified current compared to 1.5 A for S2J-M3/5BT. This part is suitable only if circuit design permits operation at reduced current capacity.

Q: What is the advantage of using MURS260T3G or MURS360BT3G?

A: MURS260T3G (2 A) and MURS360BT3G (3 A) provide higher current capacity than S2J-M3/5BT (1.5 A) while maintaining 600 V reverse voltage and DO-214AA package compatibility. Both offer fast recovery characteristics (75 ns) and extended operating temperature range to 175°C. These parts are suitable for applications requiring higher current handling.

Q: Are all substitute parts RoHS compliant?

A: Yes. All substitute parts listed are ROHS3 compliant and REACH unaffected.

Q: What packaging formats are available?

A: Substitute parts are available in Tape & Reel (TR) and Cut Tape (CT) formats. S2J-M3/5BT is supplied in Tape & Reel format. S2J-E3/52T and S2JHE3_A/I are available in Cut Tape format. S2JHE3_A/H and S2J-LTP are available in Tape & Reel format. MURS160-13-F, MURS260T3G, and MURS360BT3G are available in Cut Tape & Digi-Reel format.

Q: Can I use S2J (base part number from Nexperia) as a substitute?

A: S2J from Nexperia USA Inc. is rated at 2 A average rectified current compared to 1.5 A for S2J-M3/5BT. Both maintain 600 V reverse voltage, 1.15 V forward voltage, 2 µs recovery time, and DO-214AA package compatibility. S2J provides higher current capacity and is suitable when increased current handling is acceptable or required.

Q: What is the difference between standard recovery and fast recovery diodes?

A: S2J-M3/5BT uses standard recovery technology with 2 µs reverse recovery time. Fast recovery substitutes such as MURS160-13-F (50 ns), MURS260T3G (75 ns), and MURS360BT3G (75 ns) have significantly shorter recovery times. Fast recovery diodes reduce switching losses and are suitable for higher frequency applications.

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