VB40100C-M3/4W Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The VB40100C-M3/4W is a Schottky diode array manufactured by Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division. This component features a 1 Pair Common Cathode configuration rated for 100 V DC reverse voltage and 20 A average rectified current per diode. The device is housed in a TO-263-3 (D2PAK) surface mount package and is part of the TMBS® series. The product maintains Active status and is RoHS3 compliant. Equivalent and substitute parts are identified to support procurement flexibility, inventory management, and supply chain continuity for applications requiring identical electrical and mechanical specifications.

Substiute Parts

VB40100C-M3/4W

Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes DivisionIn Stock: 933VB40100C-M3/4W Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

VB40100C-E3/4W

Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes DivisionIn Stock: 8544VB40100C-E3/4W Datasheet

Parametric EquivalentRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the VB40100C-M3/4W is determined by strict equivalence across all critical electrical and mechanical parameters. The substitute part VB40100C-E3/4W qualifies as a parametric equivalent based on the following criteria:

Electrical Parameters (Must Match Exactly):

• Diode configuration: 1 Pair Common Cathode
• Technology: Schottky
• Maximum DC reverse voltage: 100 V
• Average rectified current per diode: 20 A
• Maximum forward voltage: 730 mV @ 20 A
• Reverse leakage current: 1 mA @ 100 V
• Recovery speed: Fast Recovery ≤ 500 ns, > 200 mA (Io)
• Operating temperature range: -40°C ~ 150°C

Mechanical Parameters (Must Match Exactly):

• Package type: TO-263-3, D2PAK (2 Leads + Tab), TO-263AB
• Mounting type: Surface Mount
• Supplier device package: TO-263AB (D2PAK)

Compliance Parameters (Must Match Exactly):

• RoHS Status: ROHS3 Compliant
• Moisture Sensitivity Level: 1 (Unlimited)
• REACH Status: REACH Unaffected

Both parts share the same base product number (VB40100) and series designation (TMBS®), confirming their functional and physical interchangeability.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The VB40100C-E3/4W is a direct parametric equivalent to the VB40100C-M3/4W. Both components are manufactured by Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division and maintain Active product status. Selection between these parts is based on availability and procurement requirements rather than technical differentiation.

Both parts satisfy identical electrical specifications for Schottky diode array applications requiring 100 V reverse voltage rating and 20 A average rectified current capacity. Both are housed in the TO-263-3 (D2PAK) surface mount package and are suitable for identical PCB layouts and thermal management designs.

Compliance certifications are equivalent across both parts: RoHS3 compliance, REACH unaffected status, and MSL 1 (Unlimited) moisture sensitivity level. Both parts are suitable for applications with identical environmental and regulatory requirements.

The VB40100C-E3/4W offers higher inventory availability (8485 pieces) compared to the VB40100C-M3/4W (859 pieces), which may influence procurement decisions for high-volume production or extended supply chain planning.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the VB40100C-E3/4W be used as a direct replacement for the VB40100C-M3/4W?

A: Yes. The VB40100C-E3/4W is a parametric equivalent with identical electrical ratings (100 V reverse voltage, 20 A average rectified current, 730 mV forward voltage), identical diode configuration (1 Pair Common Cathode), identical package type (TO-263-3, D2PAK), and identical compliance certifications (RoHS3, REACH unaffected). No circuit modifications or PCB layout changes are required.

Q: Are there any differences in the TO-263-3 (D2PAK) package between these parts?

A: No. Both parts use the identical TO-263-3, D2PAK (2 Leads + Tab), TO-263AB package specification. Pin configuration, lead spacing, and thermal tab dimensions are identical. Both are suitable for the same PCB footprints and reflow soldering processes.

Q: Do both parts have the same thermal characteristics?

A: Both parts share identical operating temperature ranges (-40°C ~ 150°C junction temperature) and identical reverse leakage current specifications (1 mA @ 100 V). Thermal performance in the TO-263-3 package is determined by identical die specifications and package construction.

Q: What is the difference between the part number suffixes M3/4W and E3/4W?

A: The suffix differences reflect internal Vishay manufacturing or packaging designations. Both suffixes indicate identical electrical and mechanical specifications for the VB40100 base product. The parts are functionally and physically interchangeable.

Q: Are both parts RoHS3 compliant?

A: Yes. Both VB40100C-M3/4W and VB40100C-E3/4W are RoHS3 compliant and REACH unaffected. Both carry MSL 1 (Unlimited) moisture sensitivity level, indicating no special moisture control requirements during storage or handling.

Q: Can these parts be mixed in the same production batch?

A: Yes. Since both parts are parametric equivalents with identical electrical specifications, package type, and compliance certifications, they can be used interchangeably within the same circuit design and production process.