Equivalent & Substitute Parts for SMBJ6.0E3/TR13

Part Overview

The SMBJ6.0E3/TR13 is an active-status transient voltage suppressor (TVS) diode manufactured by Microchip Technology. This surface-mount zener diode provides transient overvoltage protection in general-purpose applications with a 6V reverse standoff voltage, 11.4V maximum clamping voltage, and 52.6A peak pulse current capability in the DO-214AA (SMB) package. Substitute parts are identified to address supply chain requirements, packaging preferences, and inventory availability while maintaining electrical and mechanical compatibility.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value	Unit
Manufacturer Part Number	SMBJ6.0E3/TR13	—
Manufacturer	Microchip Technology	—
Category	Transient Voltage Suppressors (TVS)	—
Type	Zener	—
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	−65 to 150	°C (TJ)
Package / Case	DO-214AA, SMB	—
Mounting Type	Surface Mount	—
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant	—
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)	1 (Unlimited)	—
Product Status	Active	—

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitutes for the SMBJ6.0E3/TR13 are identified based on the following critical electrical and mechanical parameters:

Voltage – Reverse Standoff (Typ): 6V (all substitutes must match)
Package / Case: DO-214AA, SMB (surface-mount compatibility required)
Mounting Type: Surface Mount (required for PCB assembly compatibility)
Type: Zener (functional category requirement)
Unidirectional Channels: 1 (electrical topology requirement)
Applications: General Purpose (application domain compatibility)
RoHS Compliance: ROHS3 Compliant (regulatory requirement)
MSL Rating: 1 (Unlimited) (handling and storage compatibility)

Substitute parts are grouped by electrical performance tolerance relative to the main part. Clamping voltage, peak pulse current, and temperature rating variations are secondary selection criteria within the 6V reverse standoff voltage class and SMB package constraint.

Parameter Comparison

Manufacturer Part Number	Manufacturer	Voltage – Reverse Standoff (Typ) [V]	Voltage – Breakdown (Min) [V]	Voltage – Clamping (Max) @ Ipp [V]	Current – Peak Pulse (10/1000µs) [A]	Power – Peak Pulse [W]	Operating Temperature [°C]	Packaging	RoHS Status	Product Status
SMBJ6.0E3/TR13	Microchip Technology	6	6.67	11.4	52.6	600	−65 to 150	Tape & Reel (TR)	ROHS3 Compliant	Active
SACB6.0	Littelfuse Inc.	6	7.9	11.2	41	500	−55 to 150	Tape & Reel (TR)	ROHS3 Compliant	Active
SMBJ6.0A	EVVO Semi	6	6.67	10.3	58.3	600	−65 to 150	Cut Tape (CT) & Digi-Reel®	ROHS3 Compliant	Active
SMBJ6.0A-13-F	Diodes Incorporated	6	6.67	10.3	58.3	600	−55 to 150	Tape & Reel (TR)	ROHS3 Compliant	Active
SMBJ6.0A-TR	STMicroelectronics	6	6.7	10.3	61	600	−55 to 150	Cut Tape (CT) & Digi-Reel®	ROHS3 Compliant	Active
SMBJ6V0A	Taiwan Semiconductor Corporation	6	6.67	10.3	58.3	600	−55 to 150	Tape & Reel (TR)	ROHS3 Compliant	Active

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All identified substitute parts maintain active product status and ROHS3 compliance, satisfying regulatory and supply continuity requirements. Selection among substitutes depends on packaging format availability:

Tape & Reel (TR) packaging: SACB6.0 (Littelfuse Inc.), SMBJ6.0A-13-F (Diodes Incorporated), and SMBJ6V0A (Taiwan Semiconductor Corporation) provide TR delivery for automated assembly processes.
Cut Tape (CT) & Digi-Reel® packaging: SMBJ6.0A (EVVO Semi) and SMBJ6.0A-TR (STMicroelectronics) provide alternative delivery formats.

All substitutes meet the DO-214AA (SMB) surface-mount package requirement and are rated for −55°C to 150°C or −65°C to 150°C operating temperature ranges, encompassing the original part's −65°C to 150°C specification.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: What is the primary substitution criterion for the SMBJ6.0E3/TR13?

A: The 6V reverse standoff voltage specification is the critical electrical criterion. All identified substitutes maintain this voltage class and the DO-214AA (SMB) surface-mount package footprint, ensuring PCB-level compatibility.

Q: Can I substitute a part with a lower clamping voltage (e.g., 10.3V instead of 11.4V)?

A: Clamping voltage is a secondary parameter within the 6V reverse standoff voltage class. Parts such as SMBJ6.0A, SMBJ6.0A-13-F, SMBJ6.0A-TR, and SMBJ6V0A operate with 10.3V clamping voltage, within the general-purpose TVS diode tolerance band. Selection depends on the specific transient overvoltage threshold requirements of your application circuit.

Q: Are all substitutes ROHS3 compliant?

A: All identified substitute parts are ROHS3 Compliant, matching the regulatory status of the original SMBJ6.0E3/TR13.

Q: What is the difference between Tape & Reel and Cut Tape & Digi-Reel® packaging?

A: Tape & Reel (TR) packaging is wound on standard 13-inch reels for automated pick-and-place assembly. Cut Tape (CT) & Digi-Reel® provides alternative reel formats for high-volume production or inventory management flexibility. Both formats are compatible with standard SMB surface-mount assembly equipment.

Q: Does operating temperature range affect substitution suitability?

A: The original SMBJ6.0E3/TR13 operates from −65°C to 150°C. Substitutes operate from −55°C to 150°C or −65°C to 150°C. If your application requires operation below −55°C, confirm temperature rating compatibility with SMBJ6.0A (EVVO Semi) or SMBJ6.0A-TR (STMicroelectronics), which maintain the −65°C lower limit.

Q: Can I interchange SMBJ and SACB series TVS diodes?

A: Both series are 6V reverse standoff zener TVS diodes in the SMB package. SACB6.0 (Littelfuse Inc.) is functionally equivalent within the specified 6V voltage class. Verify peak pulse current requirements (SACB6.0: 41A vs. SMBJ6.0E3/TR13: 52.6A) based on your circuit's transient current profile.

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