Equivalent & Substitute Parts for SS2P6-M3/85A Schottky Diode

Part Overview

The SS2P6-M3/85A is an active Schottky rectifier diode manufactured by Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division, classified within the eSMP® series. This surface mount component operates at 60 V DC reverse voltage with 2 A average rectified current capacity and is packaged in DO-220AA (SMP) format. The part is ROHS3 compliant and maintains unlimited moisture sensitivity level (MSL 1), making it suitable for industrial and commercial applications requiring fast recovery rectification. Equivalent and substitute parts are identified based on matching electrical specifications, mechanical packaging, and compliance certifications to ensure direct functional interchangeability in circuit designs.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value	Unit
Voltage - DC Reverse (Vr) (Max)	60	V
Current - Average Rectified (Io)	2	A
Voltage - Forward (Vf) (Max) @ If	700 mV @ 2 A	mV
Speed	Fast Recovery ≤ 500ns, > 200mA (Io)	ns
Current - Reverse Leakage @ Vr	100	µA @ 60 V
Capacitance @ Vr, F	80	pF @ 4V, 1MHz
Package / Case	DO-220AA	—
Mounting Type	Surface Mount	—
Operating Temperature - Junction	-55 to 150	°C
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant	—
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)	1 (Unlimited)	—

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the SS2P6-M3/85A is determined by strict equivalence across the following critical parameters:

Electrical Specifications:

Voltage - DC Reverse (Vr) (Max): 60 V
Current - Average Rectified (Io): 2 A
Voltage - Forward (Vf) (Max) @ If: 700 mV @ 2 A
Speed: Fast Recovery ≤ 500ns, > 200mA (Io)
Current - Reverse Leakage @ Vr: 100 µA @ 60 V
Capacitance @ Vr, F: 80 pF @ 4V, 1MHz

Mechanical & Environmental Specifications:

Package / Case: DO-220AA (SMP)
Mounting Type: Surface Mount
Operating Temperature - Junction: -55°C to 150°C
RoHS Status: ROHS3 Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL): 1 (Unlimited)

All identified substitute parts maintain identical electrical performance and mechanical compatibility with the main part number SS2P6-M3/85A. Variations in part numbering reflect manufacturing date codes or automotive qualification grades where applicable.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	SS2P6-M3/85A	SS2P6-M3/84A	SS2P6HM3/84A	SS2P6HM3/85A
Voltage - DC Reverse (Vr) (Max)	60 V	60 V	60 V	60 V
Current - Average Rectified (Io)	2 A	2 A	2 A	2 A
Voltage - Forward (Vf) (Max) @ If	700 mV @ 2 A	700 mV @ 2 A	700 mV @ 2 A	700 mV @ 2 A
Speed	Fast Recovery ≤ 500ns, > 200mA (Io)	Fast Recovery ≤ 500ns, > 200mA (Io)	Fast Recovery ≤ 500ns, > 200mA (Io)	Fast Recovery ≤ 500ns, > 200mA (Io)
Current - Reverse Leakage @ Vr	100 µA @ 60 V	100 µA @ 60 V	100 µA @ 60 V	100 µA @ 60 V
Capacitance @ Vr, F	80 pF @ 4V, 1MHz	80 pF @ 4V, 1MHz	80 pF @ 4V, 1MHz	80 pF @ 4V, 1MHz
Package / Case	DO-220AA	DO-220AA	DO-220AA	DO-220AA
Mounting Type	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount
Operating Temperature - Junction	-55°C to 150°C	-55°C to 150°C	-55°C to 150°C	-55°C to 150°C
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)
Grade	Standard	Standard	Automotive	Automotive
Qualification	—	—	AEC-Q101	AEC-Q101

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All four identified substitute parts—SS2P6-M3/84A, SS2P6HM3/84A, and SS2P6HM3/85A—are functionally equivalent to the main part SS2P6-M3/85A based on electrical and mechanical parameter matching. Selection between these parts depends on application requirements and compliance certifications:

Standard Grade Selection (SS2P6-M3/85A, SS2P6-M3/84A): These parts are suitable for general industrial and commercial applications. Both maintain ROHS3 compliance and identical electrical specifications. Selection between 85A and 84A variants is based on manufacturing availability and date code requirements.

Automotive Grade Selection (SS2P6HM3/84A, SS2P6HM3/85A): These parts carry AEC-Q101 automotive qualification and are designated for automotive and high-reliability applications. The "HM3" designation indicates automotive-grade manufacturing and testing. These variants are interchangeable with standard-grade parts from an electrical standpoint but provide additional qualification documentation for automotive supply chain requirements.

All substitute parts are manufactured by Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division within the eSMP® series and maintain active product status. Component selection should be based on application grade requirements (standard or automotive), inventory availability, and manufacturing date code specifications.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can SS2P6-M3/84A be used as a direct replacement for SS2P6-M3/85A?

A: Yes. Both parts are parametrically equivalent with identical electrical specifications (60 V reverse voltage, 2 A average rectified current, 700 mV forward voltage at 2 A, fast recovery ≤ 500ns). The difference in part numbering reflects manufacturing date codes. Both are packaged in DO-220AA surface mount format and are ROHS3 compliant.

Q: What is the difference between standard-grade (SS2P6-M3/85A) and automotive-grade (SS2P6HM3/85A) variants?

A: The automotive-grade variants (SS2P6HM3/84A and SS2P6HM3/85A) carry AEC-Q101 qualification and are manufactured to automotive industry standards. Electrically and mechanically, they are identical to standard-grade parts. The distinction is in manufacturing process control, testing protocols, and qualification documentation. Automotive-grade parts are required for automotive applications; standard-grade parts are suitable for industrial and commercial use.

Q: Are all substitute parts compatible with the same PCB layout and footprint?

A: Yes. All substitute parts use the DO-220AA (SMP) package format with surface mount mounting type. PCB footprints, land patterns, and assembly processes are identical across SS2P6-M3/85A, SS2P6-M3/84A, SS2P6HM3/84A, and SS2P6HM3/85A.

Q: What does the "HM3" designation in SS2P6HM3/85A indicate?

A: The "HM3" designation indicates automotive-grade manufacturing and AEC-Q101 qualification. This designation is used by Vishay to differentiate automotive-qualified variants from standard industrial-grade parts within the same electrical specification family.

Q: Can I substitute an automotive-grade part (SS2P6HM3/85A) into a design originally specified for standard-grade (SS2P6-M3/85A)?

A: Yes. Automotive-grade parts are manufactured to more stringent quality and testing standards than standard-grade parts. Substituting an automotive-grade part into a standard-grade application introduces no electrical or mechanical incompatibility and provides enhanced reliability documentation.

Q: What is the significance of the "85A" and "84A" suffixes in the part numbers?

A: These suffixes represent manufacturing date codes assigned by Vishay. Both variants maintain identical electrical and mechanical specifications. The suffix variation reflects the production batch or manufacturing period. Selection between 85A and 84A is based on inventory availability and customer date code requirements.

Q: Are all substitute parts ROHS3 compliant?

A: Yes. All identified substitute parts—SS2P6-M3/85A, SS2P6-M3/84A, SS2P6HM3/84A, and SS2P6HM3/85A—are ROHS3 compliant with unlimited moisture sensitivity level (MSL 1).

Q: What is the operating temperature range for these Schottky diodes?

A: The junction operating temperature range is -55°C to 150°C for all substitute parts. This range applies to the semiconductor junction and defines the thermal operating envelope for circuit design.

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