S6010DS2TP Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The S6010DS2TP is a 600V 10A Sensitive Gate SCR manufactured by Littelfuse Inc. in TO-252 (DPAK) surface mount package. This thyristor is designed for applications requiring controlled gate triggering with low gate current requirements. The part is currently active and in stock with 2052 units available.

Substitute parts are identified when equivalent electrical performance can be achieved within the allowed parameter ranges for this product category. Substitution is necessary when the primary part becomes unavailable, when alternative packaging formats are required, or when design optimization calls for different current ratings or gate characteristics within compatible voltage and thermal specifications.

Key Parameters

Parameter	S6010DS2TP	Unit
Voltage - Off State	600	V
Current - On State (It RMS)	10	A
Voltage - Gate Trigger (Vgt) Max	800	mV
Current - Gate Trigger (Igt) Max	200	µA
Voltage - On State (Vtm) Max	1.6	V
SCR Type	Sensitive Gate	—
Package / Case	TO-252-3, DPAK	—
Operating Temperature	-40 to 110	°C
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant	—

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution logic for the S6010DS2TP is based on the following criteria:

Primary Compatibility Requirements:

Voltage - Off State: 600V (exact match required)
Package / Case: TO-252-3, DPAK (exact match required)
Mounting Type: Surface Mount (exact match required)
RoHS Status: ROHS3 Compliant (minimum requirement)

Secondary Compatibility Parameters:

Current - On State (It RMS): 8A to 12A range acceptable
SCR Type: Sensitive Gate preferred; Standard Recovery acceptable with design verification
Voltage - Gate Trigger (Vgt) Max: up to 1.3V acceptable
Current - Gate Trigger (Igt) Max: 15µA to 200µA acceptable
Operating Temperature: -40°C minimum and 110°C minimum required

Substitute parts are grouped into two categories: direct Sensitive Gate replacements (MCR8DSMT4G, MCR12DSMT4G, TS1220-600B) and Standard Recovery alternatives (MCR8DCMT4G, MCR12DCMT4G, TN1205T-600B-TR, TN1215-600B, TN1215-600B-TR, TN1515-600B-TR, TN805-600B-TR). Standard Recovery types require design review due to different gate characteristics and hold current specifications.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	S6010DS2TP	MCR8DSMT4G	MCR12DSMT4G	MCR8DCMT4G	MCR12DCMT4G	TN1215-600B	TN1515-600B-TR	TS1220-600B	Unit
Voltage - Off State	600	600	600	600	600	600	600	600	V
Current - On State (It RMS)	10	8	12	8	12	12	15	12	A
Voltage - Gate Trigger (Vgt) Max	800	1000	1000	1000	1000	1300	1300	800	mV
Current - Gate Trigger (Igt) Max	200	200	200	15	20	15	15	200	µA
Voltage - On State (Vtm) Max	1.6	1.8	1.9	1.8	1.9	1.6	1.6	1.6	V
Current - Hold (Ih) Max	6	6	6	30	40	40	40	5	mA
SCR Type	Sensitive Gate	Sensitive Gate	Sensitive Gate	Standard Recovery	Standard Recovery	Standard Recovery	Standard Recovery	Sensitive Gate	—
Operating Temperature	-40 to 110	-40 to 110	-40 to 110	-40 to 125	-40 to 125	-40 to 125	-40 to 125	-40 to 125	°C
Package / Case	TO-252-3, DPAK	TO-252-3, DPAK	TO-252-3, DPAK	TO-252-3, DPAK	TO-252-3, DPAK	TO-252-3, DPAK	TO-252-3, DPAK	TO-252-3, DPAK	—
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	—

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Direct Sensitive Gate Replacements (Preferred Category):

MCR8DSMT4G and MCR12DSMT4G are Littelfuse Sensitive Gate SCRs with identical gate trigger characteristics (200µA max) to the S6010DS2TP. MCR8DSMT4G provides 8A RMS current rating, suitable for applications requiring lower current capacity. MCR12DSMT4G provides 12A RMS current rating, suitable for applications requiring higher current capacity. Both are ROHS3 compliant and support extended operating temperature to 110°C. MCR12DSMT4G has REACH Affected status; verify compliance requirements for your application.

TS1220-600B is an STMicroelectronics Sensitive Gate SCR with 800mV gate trigger voltage and 200µA gate trigger current, matching the S6010DS2TP electrical signature. It provides 12A RMS current rating and supports extended operating temperature to 125°C. This part is ROHS3 compliant and REACH unaffected.

Standard Recovery Alternative Category (Design Review Required):

MCR8DCMT4G and MCR12DCMT4G are Littelfuse Standard Recovery SCRs. These parts differ from the S6010DS2TP in gate trigger current (15µA and 20µA respectively versus 200µA) and hold current specifications (30mA and 40mA respectively versus 6mA). Standard Recovery types require circuit design verification to confirm gate drive compatibility and holding current performance in your application.

TN1205T-600B-TR, TN1215-600B, TN1215-600B-TR, TN1515-600B-TR, and TN805-600B-TR are STMicroelectronics Standard Recovery SCRs. These parts have 1.3V maximum gate trigger voltage and 5mA to 15mA gate trigger current specifications, differing significantly from the S6010DS2TP Sensitive Gate characteristics. Hold current ranges from 15mA to 40mA. These alternatives require design verification for gate drive circuit compatibility and are suitable only when Standard Recovery performance is acceptable for your application.

Packaging Considerations:

All substitute parts maintain TO-252-3 DPAK package compatibility with identical PCB footprints. Tape & Reel (TR) packaging is available for MCR12DCMT4G, MCR12DSMT4G, MCR8DCMT4G, MCR8DSMT4G, TN1205T-600B-TR, TN1215-600B-TR, TN1515-600B-TR, and TN805-600B-TR. Tube packaging is available for TN1215-600B and TS1220-600B. Select packaging format based on production volume and assembly requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can I use MCR8DSMT4G as a direct replacement for S6010DS2TP?

A: MCR8DSMT4G is electrically compatible as a Sensitive Gate SCR with matching 600V voltage rating, TO-252 DPAK package, and 200µA gate trigger current. However, it provides 8A RMS current rating versus the S6010DS2TP 10A rating. Use MCR8DSMT4G only if your application current requirement does not exceed 8A RMS.

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

A: Sensitive Gate SCRs (S6010DS2TP, MCR8DSMT4G, MCR12DSMT4G, TS1220-600B) require lower gate trigger current (typically 200µA) and have lower hold current (5mA to 6mA). Standard Recovery SCRs require higher gate trigger current (15mA to 20mA) and have higher hold current (25mA to 40mA). Gate drive circuit design must match the SCR type; substituting between types requires circuit verification.

Q: Can I substitute a Standard Recovery SCR for the Sensitive Gate S6010DS2TP?

A: Standard Recovery SCRs are not direct replacements. They require different gate drive circuit design due to higher gate trigger current and hold current specifications. Substitution is possible only after design review confirms your gate drive circuit can supply the required gate current and your application can tolerate the higher hold current characteristics.

Q: Which substitute part has the highest current rating?

A: TN1515-600B-TR provides the highest current rating at 15A RMS. This part is a Standard Recovery SCR and requires design verification for gate drive compatibility with the S6010DS2TP circuit.

Q: Are all substitute parts RoHS3 compliant?

A: All substitute parts listed are ROHS3 compliant. MCR12DSMT4G has REACH Affected status; all other parts are REACH Unaffected. Verify REACH compliance requirements for your specific application and region.

Q: What is the inventory status of substitute parts?

A: MCR12DSMT4G has 16,735 units in stock. TN1215-600B has 103,100 units in stock. TN1215-600B-TR has 22,775 units in stock. These parts offer high availability for production requirements. Consult current inventory for other substitute parts before design finalization.

Q: Can I use TS1220-600B as a direct replacement?

A: TS1220-600B is a direct Sensitive Gate replacement with matching 800mV gate trigger voltage, 200µA gate trigger current, and 600V voltage rating in TO-252 DPAK package. It provides 12A RMS current rating and supports extended operating temperature to 125°C, making it suitable for applications requiring higher temperature operation than the S6010DS2TP (-40°C to 110°C limit).

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