S5DC Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The S5DC is a general-purpose rectifier diode manufactured by SMC Diode Solutions, rated for 200 V DC reverse voltage and 5 A average rectified current. The device is packaged in the DO-214AB (SMC) surface mount configuration and is classified as an Active product with ROHS3 compliance. This diode is used in power supply circuits, rectification applications, and general-purpose switching where standard recovery characteristics are acceptable. Substitute parts are identified when equivalent electrical and mechanical parameters are required due to inventory constraints, supply chain considerations, or design flexibility within the same performance envelope.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value	Unit
Voltage - DC Reverse (Vr) (Max)	200	V
Current - Average Rectified (Io)	5	A
Voltage - Forward (Vf) (Max) @ If	1.15 @ 5 A	V
Speed	Standard Recovery >500ns, > 200mA (Io)	—
Current - Reverse Leakage @ Vr	10	µA @ 200 V
Capacitance @ Vr, F	40	pF @ 4V, 1MHz
Package / Case	DO-214AB, SMC	—
Operating Temperature - Junction	-65 to 150	°C
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant	—
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)	1 (Unlimited)	—

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the S5DC are identified based on strict electrical and mechanical parameter equivalence. The substitution criteria are:

Electrical Parameters (Must Match):

Voltage - DC Reverse (Vr) (Max): 200 V
Current - Average Rectified (Io): 5 A
Voltage - Forward (Vf) (Max) @ If: 1.15 V @ 5 A
Speed: Standard Recovery >500ns, > 200mA (Io)
Current - Reverse Leakage @ Vr: 10 µA @ 200 V
Capacitance @ Vr, F: 40 pF @ 4V, 1MHz
Operating Temperature - Junction: -65°C to 150°C

Mechanical Parameters (Must Match):

Package / Case: DO-214AB, SMC
Mounting Type: Surface Mount

Compliance Parameters (Must Match):

RoHS Status: ROHS3 Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL): 1 (Unlimited)
Technology: Standard

The S5DC-13-F manufactured by Diodes Incorporated meets all electrical, mechanical, and compliance requirements and is classified as a parametric equivalent substitute.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	S5DC (SMC Diode Solutions)	S5DC-13-F (Diodes Incorporated)	Match
Voltage - DC Reverse (Vr) (Max)	200 V	200 V	✓
Current - Average Rectified (Io)	5 A	5 A	✓
Voltage - Forward (Vf) (Max) @ If	1.15 V @ 5 A	1.15 V @ 5 A	✓
Speed	Standard Recovery >500ns, > 200mA (Io)	Standard Recovery >500ns, > 200mA (Io)	✓
Current - Reverse Leakage @ Vr	10 µA @ 200 V	10 µA @ 200 V	✓
Capacitance @ Vr, F	40 pF @ 4V, 1MHz	40 pF @ 4V, 1MHz	✓
Package / Case	DO-214AB, SMC	DO-214AB, SMC	✓
Operating Temperature - Junction	-65°C to 150°C	-65°C to 150°C	✓
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	✓
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	✓
Mounting Type	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	✓
Technology	Standard	Standard	✓

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Both the S5DC and S5DC-13-F are Active products with identical electrical performance specifications and mechanical compatibility. Selection between these parts is based on availability and supply chain requirements rather than technical performance differences.

The S5DC (SMC Diode Solutions) maintains 30,200 pieces in stock inventory. The S5DC-13-F (Diodes Incorporated) maintains 7,971 pieces in stock inventory.

Both parts carry ROHS3 compliance certification and MSL Level 1 (Unlimited) moisture sensitivity rating, indicating equivalent environmental and regulatory suitability for production applications. The S5DC-13-F is supplied in Cut Tape (CT) and Digi-Reel® packaging formats, while the S5DC packaging format is not specified in the provided data.

Direct substitution is permissible in all circuit applications where the S5DC is specified, provided that the mechanical packaging format of the S5DC-13-F is compatible with the assembly process.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the S5DC-13-F be used as a direct replacement for the S5DC in production?

A: Yes. The S5DC-13-F meets all electrical, mechanical, and compliance parameters specified for the S5DC. Both devices are rated for 200 V DC reverse voltage, 5 A average rectified current, and operate across the identical temperature range of -65°C to 150°C. Both are packaged in DO-214AB (SMC) surface mount configuration and carry ROHS3 compliance certification.

Q: Are there differences in forward voltage drop between these parts?

A: No. Both the S5DC and S5DC-13-F specify a maximum forward voltage of 1.15 V at 5 A forward current. Circuit performance regarding voltage drop is identical.

Q: What is the difference in reverse leakage current between these parts?

A: There is no difference. Both parts specify a maximum reverse leakage current of 10 µA at 200 V reverse voltage.

Q: Do these parts have different recovery speeds?

A: No. Both the S5DC and S5DC-13-F are classified as Standard Recovery diodes with recovery time greater than 500 ns at forward currents exceeding 200 mA.

Q: Are there packaging format differences I should consider?

A: The S5DC-13-F is supplied in Cut Tape (CT) and Digi-Reel® packaging formats. The S5DC packaging format is not specified in the provided technical data. Verify that the packaging format of the selected part is compatible with your assembly equipment and process requirements.

Q: What is the operating temperature range for both parts?

A: Both the S5DC and S5DC-13-F operate across a junction temperature range of -65°C to 150°C. This range is identical for both devices.

Q: Are both parts RoHS compliant?

A: Yes. Both the S5DC and S5DC-13-F carry ROHS3 compliance certification. Both parts also carry MSL Level 1 (Unlimited) moisture sensitivity rating.

Q: What is the capacitance specification for these diodes?

A: Both the S5DC and S5DC-13-F specify a capacitance of 40 pF measured at 4 V reverse voltage and 1 MHz frequency.

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