S6006DS2TP Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The S6006DS2TP is a 600V, 6A Sensitive Gate SCR manufactured by Littelfuse in TO-252 (DPAK) surface mount packaging. This thyristor is designed for applications requiring controlled gate triggering with low gate current requirements. The part is currently active and in stock with 854 units available. Substitute parts are necessary when addressing supply constraints, packaging format requirements, or when application parameters permit operation with alternative current ratings or gate characteristics within the same voltage class and package family.

Key Parameters

Parameter	S6006DS2TP
Voltage - Off State	600 V
Current - On State (It RMS)	6 A
SCR Type	Sensitive Gate
Voltage - Gate Trigger (Vgt) Max	800 mV
Current - Gate Trigger (Igt) Max	200 µA
Voltage - On State (Vtm) Max	1.6 V
Package / Case	TO-252-3, DPAK
Mounting Type	Surface Mount
Operating Temperature	-40°C ~ 110°C
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the S6006DS2TP is determined by the following criteria:

Mandatory Parameters (Must Match):

Voltage - Off State: 600 V
Package / Case: TO-252-3, DPAK (2 Leads + Tab), SC-63
Mounting Type: Surface Mount
SCR Type: Sensitive Gate (for direct functional equivalence)

Allowable Variation Parameters:

Current - On State (It RMS): 6 A or higher ratings acceptable if application permits
Voltage - Gate Trigger (Vgt) Max: Up to 1 V acceptable
Current - Gate Trigger (Igt) Max: Up to 200 µA acceptable
Voltage - On State (Vtm) Max: Up to 1.9 V acceptable
Operating Temperature: Extended range acceptable (-40°C ~ 125°C)

Substitute parts are grouped into two categories: Sensitive Gate variants (MCR8DSMT4G, MCR12DSMT4G, TS1220-600B) maintaining identical gate characteristics, and Standard Recovery variants (MCR8DCMT4G, TN805-600B-TR, TN1205T-600B-TR, TN1215-600B, TN1215-600B-TR, TN1515-600B-TR) offering higher current ratings with different gate trigger specifications.

Parameter Comparison

Part Number	Manufacturer	Voltage - Off State	It (RMS) Max	SCR Type	Vgt Max	Igt Max	Vtm Max	Operating Temp	Packaging
S6006DS2TP	Littelfuse	600 V	6 A	Sensitive Gate	800 mV	200 µA	1.6 V	-40°C ~ 110°C	Tube
MCR8DSMT4G	Littelfuse	600 V	8 A	Sensitive Gate	1 V	200 µA	1.8 V	-40°C ~ 110°C	Tape & Reel
MCR12DSMT4G	Littelfuse	600 V	12 A	Sensitive Gate	1 V	200 µA	1.9 V	-40°C ~ 110°C	Tape & Reel
TS1220-600B	STMicroelectronics	600 V	12 A	Sensitive Gate	800 mV	200 µA	1.6 V	-40°C ~ 125°C	Tube
MCR8DCMT4G	Littelfuse	600 V	8 A	Standard Recovery	1 V	15 µA	1.8 V	-40°C ~ 125°C	Tape & Reel
TN805-600B-TR	STMicroelectronics	600 V	8 A	Standard Recovery	1.3 V	5 mA	1.6 V	-40°C ~ 125°C	Tape & Reel
TN1205T-600B-TR	STMicroelectronics	600 V	12 A	Standard Recovery	1.3 V	5 mA	1.6 V	-40°C ~ 125°C	Cut Tape & Digi-Reel
TN1215-600B	STMicroelectronics	600 V	12 A	Standard Recovery	1.3 V	15 mA	1.6 V	-40°C ~ 125°C	Tube
TN1215-600B-TR	STMicroelectronics	600 V	12 A	Standard Recovery	1.3 V	15 mA	1.6 V	-40°C ~ 125°C	Tape & Reel
TN1515-600B-TR	STMicroelectronics	600 V	15 A	Standard Recovery	1.3 V	15 mA	1.6 V	-40°C ~ 125°C	Tape & Reel
MCR12DCMT4G	Littelfuse	600 V	12 A	Standard Recovery	1 V	20 mA	1.9 V	-40°C ~ 125°C	Tape & Reel

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Direct Sensitive Gate Equivalents (Preferred for Gate-Sensitive Applications):

MCR8DSMT4G and MCR12DSMT4G maintain the 200 µA gate trigger current specification of the S6006DS2TP. MCR8DSMT4G provides 8A current rating with identical gate characteristics. MCR12DSMT4G provides 12A current rating, suitable for applications permitting higher current capacity. Both are Littelfuse products with ROHS3 compliance and available in Tape & Reel packaging. TS1220-600B from STMicroelectronics matches the original 800 mV gate trigger voltage and 200 µA gate current, rated for 12A operation, with extended temperature range to 125°C and ROHS3 compliance.

Standard Recovery Alternatives (For Applications Not Requiring Sensitive Gate):

TN1215-600B and TN1215-600B-TR from STMicroelectronics provide 12A current rating at 600V with Standard Recovery characteristics. Both are ROHS3 compliant with -40°C ~ 125°C operating range. TN1215-600B is available in Tube packaging with 103,100 units in stock. TN1215-600B-TR is available in Tape & Reel with 22,775 units in stock. MCR12DCMT4G from Littelfuse provides 12A at 600V with Standard Recovery type and ROHS3 compliance, available in Tape & Reel with 10,100 units in stock.

Higher Current Capacity Options:

TN1515-600B-TR from STMicroelectronics provides 15A current rating at 600V with Standard Recovery characteristics, suitable for applications requiring increased current capacity within the same voltage class and package. ROHS3 compliant with 11,247 units in stock.

Lower Current Alternatives:

TN805-600B-TR from STMicroelectronics provides 8A current rating at 600V with Standard Recovery type, ROHS3 compliant, with 3,984 units in stock.

All substitute parts maintain TO-252 (DPAK) surface mount packaging and are ROHS3 compliant. Selection between Sensitive Gate and Standard Recovery types depends on application gate drive circuit requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can MCR8DSMT4G directly replace S6006DS2TP?

A: MCR8DSMT4G is a direct functional equivalent for Sensitive Gate applications. It maintains the 200 µA gate trigger current and 800 mV gate trigger voltage specification. The 8A current rating exceeds the original 6A specification, making it suitable for applications where the original part operates below maximum current capacity. Both use TO-252 (DPAK) surface mount packaging.

Q: What is the difference between Sensitive Gate and Standard Recovery SCR types?

A: Sensitive Gate SCRs require lower gate trigger current (200 µA for S6006DS2TP) and lower gate trigger voltage (800 mV), enabling direct gate drive from low-power circuits. Standard Recovery SCRs require higher gate trigger current (5-20 mA) and higher gate trigger voltage (1-1.3V), necessitating more robust gate drive circuits. Standard Recovery types offer higher current ratings and extended temperature ranges.

Q: Are all substitute parts available in the same packaging format?

A: S6006DS2TP is supplied in Tube packaging. Substitute parts are available in multiple packaging formats: Tube (TN1215-600B, TS1220-600B), Tape & Reel (MCR8DSMT4G, MCR12DSMT4G, MCR12DCMT4G, MCR8DCMT4G, TN1215-600B-TR, TN1515-600B-TR, TN805-600B-TR), and Cut Tape & Digi-Reel (TN1205T-600B-TR). Packaging selection depends on assembly process requirements.

Q: Can I use a 12A rated part in place of a 6A rated part?

A: Yes, if the application circuit design permits. Higher current-rated parts operate safely at lower current levels. Verify that gate drive circuit specifications match the substitute part's gate trigger requirements. MCR12DSMT4G and TS1220-600B are suitable 12A alternatives maintaining Sensitive Gate characteristics.

Q: What is the temperature operating range difference?

A: S6006DS2TP operates from -40°C to 110°C. Most substitute parts extend the upper limit to 125°C, providing wider temperature margin. This is beneficial for applications in elevated ambient conditions or thermal stress environments.

Q: Are all parts ROHS3 compliant?

A: Yes, all listed substitute parts are ROHS3 compliant. Compliance status is consistent across Littelfuse and STMicroelectronics product lines for this component category.

Q: Which substitute offers the best inventory availability?

A: TN1215-600B from STMicroelectronics has the highest inventory with 103,100 units in stock, followed by MCR12DSMT4G with 16,735 units. Both are suitable for 12A applications at 600V.

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