SMCJ10CA-13 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The SMCJ10CA-13 is a transient voltage suppressor (TVS) diode manufactured by Diodes Incorporated, designed for general-purpose overvoltage protection in surface-mount applications. This component features a 10V reverse standoff voltage, 17V maximum clamping voltage, and 88.2A peak pulse current capability in a DO-214AB (SMC) package.

The SMCJ10CA-13 is discontinued at DiGi Electronics. Equivalent and substitute parts are available from multiple manufacturers with identical or enhanced electrical specifications, ensuring design continuity and supply chain flexibility.

Substiute Parts

SMCJ10CA-13

Diodes IncorporatedIn Stock: 986SMCJ10CA-13 Datasheet

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SMCJ10CA-13-F

Diodes IncorporatedIn Stock: 1468SMCJ10CA-13-F Datasheet

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SMCJ10CA-E3/57T

Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes DivisionIn Stock: 1210SMCJ10CA-E3/57T Datasheet

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SMCJ10CA-TP

Micro Commercial CoIn Stock: 4132SMCJ10CA-TP Datasheet

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SMCJ10CA

Fairchild SemiconductorIn Stock: 4410SMCJ10CA Datasheet

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SMCJ10CA

Fairchild SemiconductorIn Stock: 4410SMCJ10CA Datasheet

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SMCJ10CA

Fairchild SemiconductorIn Stock: 4410SMCJ10CA Datasheet

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SMDJ10CA

Alpha & Omega Semiconductor Inc.In Stock: 26200SMDJ10CA Datasheet

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SMDJ10CA-T7

LittelfuseIn Stock: 898SMDJ10CA-T7 Datasheet

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SMLJ10CA

Bourns Inc.In Stock: 15830SMLJ10CA Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the SMCJ10CA-13 are grouped into two categories based on electrical performance:

Category 1: Direct Electrical Equivalents (1500W Peak Pulse) These parts maintain identical electrical specifications: 10V reverse standoff, 11.1V minimum breakdown, 17V maximum clamping, and 88.2–88.3A peak pulse current. They are suitable for direct replacement in applications where the original 1500W power rating is sufficient.

Category 2: Enhanced Performance Alternatives (3000W Peak Pulse) These parts provide double the peak pulse power rating (3000W) and double the peak pulse current (176.4–176.5A) while maintaining the same voltage parameters. They are suitable for applications requiring higher transient energy absorption.

Key Parameters Determining Substitution:

• Voltage - Reverse Standoff: 10V (fixed)
• Voltage - Clamping (Max) @ Ipp: 17V (fixed)
• Package / Case: DO-214AB, SMC (fixed)
• Mounting Type: Surface Mount (fixed)
• Operating Temperature Range: -55°C minimum, 150°C maximum (minimum requirement)

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

For Direct Replacement (1500W Applications): Select SMCJ10CA-13-F (Diodes Incorporated) as the primary choice. This part is manufactured by the original supplier, maintains identical electrical specifications, carries Active product status, and is ROHS3 compliant. Tape & Reel packaging is available with 1378 units in stock.

Alternative direct equivalents include SMCJ10CA-E3/57T (Vishay) and SMCJ10CA-TP (Micro Commercial Co). Both are Active, ROHS3 compliant, and available in Tape & Reel packaging. SMCJ10CA-TP offers extended operating temperature to 175°C.

For Enhanced Performance (3000W Applications): Select SMLJ10CA (Bourns Inc.) for applications requiring higher transient energy absorption. This part doubles the peak pulse power rating to 3000W while maintaining voltage specifications. It is Active, ROHS3 compliant, and has the highest inventory availability (15,750 units).

Alternative enhanced-performance options include SMDJ10CA (Alpha & Omega Semiconductor) and SMDJ10CA-T7 (Littelfuse). SMDJ10CA-T7 offers the widest operating temperature range (-65°C to 150°C).

Compliance Considerations: All recommended substitutes are ROHS3 compliant except SMCJ10CA (Fairchild), which has unspecified RoHS status. For applications requiring documented RoHS compliance, select from SMCJ10CA-13-F, SMCJ10CA-E3/57T, SMCJ10CA-TP, SMDJ10CA, SMDJ10CA-T7, or SMLJ10CA.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can SMCJ10CA-13-F be used as a direct replacement for SMCJ10CA-13? A: Yes. SMCJ10CA-13-F is manufactured by Diodes Incorporated and maintains identical electrical specifications: 10V reverse standoff, 17V clamping voltage, 88.2A peak pulse current, and 1500W peak pulse power. The primary difference is packaging format (Tape & Reel vs. bulk) and product status (Active vs. Discontinued). Both use the DO-214AB (SMC) package.

Q: What is the difference between 1500W and 3000W rated parts? A: The power rating reflects the maximum transient energy the diode can absorb. 3000W-rated parts (SMLJ10CA, SMDJ10CA, SMDJ10CA-T7) have approximately double the peak pulse current (176.4–176.5A vs. 88.2–88.3A) compared to 1500W-rated parts. Select 3000W parts for applications with higher transient energy requirements or for additional design margin.

Q: Are all substitute parts available in the same package? A: Yes. All listed substitute parts use the DO-214AB (SMC) surface-mount package, ensuring mechanical and electrical compatibility with the original SMCJ10CA-13 footprint.

Q: Which substitute offers the widest operating temperature range? A: SMDJ10CA-T7 (Littelfuse) operates from -65°C to 150°C, providing the lowest minimum temperature specification. Most other substitutes operate from -55°C to 150°C. SMCJ10CA-TP extends the maximum temperature to 175°C.

Q: Are all substitutes ROHS3 compliant? A: All listed substitutes are ROHS3 compliant except SMCJ10CA (Fairchild Semiconductor), which has unspecified RoHS status. For applications requiring documented RoHS3 compliance, exclude SMCJ10CA from selection.

Q: What is the inventory status of recommended substitutes? A: SMLJ10CA (Bourns) has the highest availability at 15,750 units. SMCJ10CA-TP (Micro Commercial Co) has 4,054 units. SMCJ10CA-13-F (Diodes Incorporated) has 1,378 units. All recommended substitutes are listed as Active products with new original stock available.