SMBJ6.0C-E3/52 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The SMBJ6.0C-E3/52 is a 6V Transient Voltage Suppressor (TVS) diode manufactured by Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division in the DO-214AA (SMB) surface mount package. This component is classified as Obsolete, making equivalent and substitute parts necessary for ongoing design support and procurement. The part operates across a junction temperature range of -55°C to 150°C and is RoHS3 compliant with MSL 1 (Unlimited) moisture sensitivity rating.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value	Unit
Voltage - Reverse Standoff (Typ)	6	V
Voltage - Breakdown (Min)	6.67	V
Voltage - Clamping (Max) @ Ipp	11.4	V
Current - Peak Pulse (10/1000µs)	52.6	A
Power - Peak Pulse	600	W
Operating Temperature Range	-55 to 150	°C (TJ)
Package / Case	DO-214AA, SMB	-
Mounting Type	Surface Mount	-
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant	-
MSL Rating	1 (Unlimited)	-

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution for the SMBJ6.0C-E3/52 is determined by the following critical electrical and mechanical parameters:

Voltage - Reverse Standoff (Typ): 6V
Voltage - Breakdown (Min): 6.67V minimum
Voltage - Clamping (Max) @ Ipp: 11.4V maximum
Current - Peak Pulse (10/1000µs): 52.6A minimum
Power - Peak Pulse: 600W
Package / Case: DO-214AA or SMB equivalent
Mounting Type: Surface Mount
RoHS Status: ROHS3 Compliant
MSL Rating: 1 (Unlimited)

Substitute parts must maintain identical reverse standoff voltage, breakdown voltage specifications, and package compatibility. Peak pulse current and clamping voltage are critical for transient suppression performance. All substitutes listed are RoHS3 compliant with MSL 1 rating.

Parameter Comparison

Manufacturer Part Number	Manufacturer	Voltage - Reverse Standoff (Typ)	Voltage - Breakdown (Min)	Voltage - Clamping (Max) @ Ipp	Current - Peak Pulse (10/1000µs)	Power - Peak Pulse	Operating Temperature	Package / Case	Product Status
SMBJ6.0C-E3/52	Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division	6V	6.67V	11.4V	52.6A	600W	-55 to 150°C	DO-214AA, SMB	Obsolete
SMBJ6.0CA-E3/52	Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division	6V	6.67V	10.3V	58.3A	600W	-55 to 150°C	DO-214AA, SMB	Active
SMBJ6.0CE3/TR13	Microchip Technology	6V	6.67V	11.4V	52.6A	600W	-65 to 150°C	DO-214AA, SMB	Active
SMBJ6.0CA	EVVO Semi	6V	6.67V	10.3V	58.3A	600W	-65 to 150°C	DO-214AA, SMB	Active
SMBJ6.0CA-13-F	Diodes Incorporated	6V	6.67V	10.3V	58.3A	600W	-55 to 150°C	DO-214AA, SMB	Active
SMBJ6.0CA-HR	Littelfuse Inc.	6V	6.67V	10.3V	58.3A	600W	-65 to 150°C	DO-214AA, SMB	Active
SMBJ6.0CA-HRA	Littelfuse Inc.	6V	6.67V	10.3V	58.3A	600W	-65 to 150°C	DO-214AA, SMB	Active
SMBJ6.0CA-TR	STMicroelectronics	6V	6.7V	10.3V	61A	600W	-55 to 150°C	DO-214AA, SMB	Active
SMBJ6.0CAE3/TR13	Microchip Technology	6V	6.67V	10.3V	58.3A	600W	-65 to 150°C	DO-214AA, SMB	Active
SMBJ6V0CA	Taiwan Semiconductor Corporation	6V	6.67V	10.3V	58.3A	600W	-55 to 150°C	DO-214AA, SMB	Active

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All listed substitute parts are Active status components, providing long-term availability and design support compared to the Obsolete SMBJ6.0C-E3/52. All substitutes maintain RoHS3 compliance and MSL 1 (Unlimited) moisture sensitivity rating.

Direct Electrical Match: SMBJ6.0CE3/TR13 (Microchip Technology) maintains identical clamping voltage (11.4V) and peak pulse current (52.6A) specifications as the original part, with extended operating temperature range (-65 to 150°C).

Performance-Enhanced Alternatives: SMBJ6.0CA-E3/52 (Vishay), SMBJ6.0CA (EVVO Semi), SMBJ6.0CA-13-F (Diodes Incorporated), SMBJ6.0CA-HR (Littelfuse), SMBJ6.0CA-HRA (Littelfuse), SMBJ6.0CA-TR (STMicroelectronics), SMBJ6.0CAE3/TR13 (Microchip), and SMBJ6V0CA (Taiwan Semiconductor) feature reduced clamping voltage (10.3V) with equal or higher peak pulse current (58.3A to 61A), providing improved transient suppression performance while maintaining 600W peak pulse power rating.

All substitutes are available in DO-214AA (SMB) surface mount package with identical pinout and footprint compatibility.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can SMBJ6.0CA-E3/52 directly replace SMBJ6.0C-E3/52?

A: Yes. Both parts are manufactured by Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division, share identical reverse standoff voltage (6V), breakdown voltage (6.67V), and power rating (600W). The SMBJ6.0CA-E3/52 is Active status with higher peak pulse current (58.3A vs 52.6A) and lower clamping voltage (10.3V vs 11.4V), providing equivalent or superior transient suppression performance.

Q: What is the difference between clamping voltage specifications?

A: Clamping voltage is the maximum voltage across the TVS diode during transient suppression at peak pulse current. The original part specifies 11.4V maximum clamping. Substitute parts with 10.3V clamping provide tighter voltage regulation during transient events, which is beneficial for sensitive circuit protection.

Q: Are all substitutes compatible with the same PCB footprint?

A: Yes. All listed substitutes use DO-214AA (SMB) surface mount package with identical pinout and footprint. No PCB layout modifications are required for substitution.

Q: What is the significance of operating temperature range differences?

A: The original part operates -55 to 150°C (TJ). Several substitutes extend the lower temperature limit to -65°C, providing broader environmental operating capability. This does not affect substitution compatibility for applications within the original -55 to 150°C range.

Q: Are all substitutes RoHS3 compliant?

A: Yes. All listed substitute parts are RoHS3 compliant with MSL 1 (Unlimited) moisture sensitivity rating, matching the original part's environmental compliance status.

Q: Which substitute offers the best availability?

A: SMBJ6.0CA (EVVO Semi) has the highest inventory level at 95,300 pieces. SMBJ6V0CA (Taiwan Semiconductor Corporation) offers 9,300 pieces. Both provide robust supply chain availability for production requirements.

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