VCAS121060J121DP Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The VCAS121060J121DP is a 76 V, 250 A Transient Voltage Suppressor (TVS) varistor manufactured by KYOCERA AVX in the TransGuard® series. This surface mount component in 1210 (3225 Metric) package is designed for transient voltage protection in electronic circuits. The part is Active status and ROHS3 compliant. Substitute parts are identified to provide alternative sourcing options with identical electrical and mechanical specifications, accommodating different packaging and inventory availability requirements.

Substiute Parts

VCAS121060J121DP
KYOCERA AVXIn Stock: 1047VCAS121060J121DP Datasheet
VCAS121060J121DP
Current Part
VC121060J121DP
KYOCERA AVXIn Stock: 42188VC121060J121DP Datasheet
VC121060J121DP
Parametric Equivalent
VC121060J121RP
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VC121060J121RP
Parametric Equivalent

Key Parameters

Parameter Value
Varistor Voltage (Typical) 76 V
Current - Surge 250 A
Maximum DC Volts 60 V
Maximum AC Volts 42 V
Energy 1.5 J
Capacitance @ 1 kHz 400 pF
Operating Temperature Range -55°C to 125°C
Package / Case 1210 (3225 Metric)
Mounting Type Surface Mount, MLCV
Number of Circuits 1
RoHS Status ROHS3 Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level 1 (Unlimited)

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the VCAS121060J121DP are identified based on strict parametric equivalence. The following electrical and mechanical parameters must remain identical for substitution:

  • Varistor Voltage (Min/Typ/Max): 68.4 V / 76 V / 83.6 V
  • Current - Surge: 250 A
  • Maximum DC Volts: 60 V
  • Maximum AC Volts: 42 V
  • Energy: 1.5 J
  • Capacitance @ 1 kHz: 400 pF
  • Operating Temperature Range: -55°C to 125°C
  • Package / Case: 1210 (3225 Metric)
  • Mounting Type: Surface Mount, MLCV
  • Number of Circuits: 1
  • Series: TransGuard®
  • RoHS Status: ROHS3 Compliant
  • Moisture Sensitivity Level: 1 (Unlimited)

The identified substitutes differ only in packaging format (Tape & Reel versus Cut Tape & Digi-Reel®), which does not affect electrical performance or mechanical compatibility in the application circuit.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter VCAS121060J121DP VC121060J121DP VC121060J121RP
Manufacturer KYOCERA AVX KYOCERA AVX KYOCERA AVX
Category Transient Voltage Suppressors (TVS) Transient Voltage Suppressors (TVS) Transient Voltage Suppressors (TVS)
Series TransGuard® TransGuard® TransGuard®
Description VARISTOR 76V 250A 1210 VARISTOR 76V 250A 1210 VARISTOR 76V 250A 1210
Varistor Voltage (Min) 68.4 V 68.4 V 68.4 V
Varistor Voltage (Typ) 76 V 76 V 76 V
Varistor Voltage (Max) 83.6 V 83.6 V 83.6 V
Current - Surge 250 A 250 A 250 A
Maximum DC Volts 60 V 60 V 60 V
Maximum AC Volts 42 V 42 V 42 V
Energy 1.5 J 1.5 J 1.5 J
Capacitance @ 1 kHz 400 pF 400 pF 400 pF
Operating Temperature -55°C to 125°C -55°C to 125°C -55°C to 125°C
Package / Case 1210 (3225 Metric) 1210 (3225 Metric) 1210 (3225 Metric)
Mounting Type Surface Mount, MLCV Surface Mount, MLCV Surface Mount, MLCV
Number of Circuits 1 1 1
Packaging Format Tape & Reel (TR) Tape & Reel (TR) Cut Tape (CT) & Digi-Reel®
Product Status Active Active Active
RoHS Status ROHS3 Compliant ROHS3 Compliant ROHS3 Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level 1 (Unlimited) 1 (Unlimited) 1 (Unlimited)

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All three parts—VCAS121060J121DP, VC121060J121DP, and VC121060J121RP—are Active status components from KYOCERA AVX with identical electrical specifications and ROHS3 compliance. Selection between these parts is determined by packaging and supply chain requirements:

  • VCAS121060J121DP and VC121060J121DP are supplied in Tape & Reel (TR) format, suitable for automated assembly processes.
  • VC121060J121RP is supplied in Cut Tape (CT) & Digi-Reel® format, suitable for manual assembly or lower-volume applications.

All parts meet the same regulatory requirements (ROHS3 Compliant, REACH Unaffected, MSL 1) and are suitable for direct substitution in applications requiring 76 V, 250 A transient voltage suppression in the 1210 package.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can VC121060J121DP be used as a direct replacement for VCAS121060J121DP?

A: Yes. Both parts are parametrically identical with the same electrical specifications, operating temperature range, package dimensions, and compliance certifications. The only difference is packaging format (both are Tape & Reel).

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

A: Tape & Reel (TR) is a continuous reel format optimized for high-speed automated pick-and-place assembly. Cut Tape & Digi-Reel® provides individual tape segments and a reel option, suitable for lower-volume production or manual assembly processes. Both formats contain the same component with identical electrical performance.

Q: Are all three parts suitable for the same circuit application?

A: Yes. All three parts have identical electrical parameters: 76 V typical varistor voltage, 250 A surge current, 60 V maximum DC, 42 V maximum AC, 1.5 J energy rating, and 400 pF capacitance at 1 kHz. They are mechanically and electrically interchangeable in the same PCB layout.

Q: Do packaging differences affect PCB assembly or performance?

A: No. The 1210 (3225 Metric) package dimensions and Surface Mount, MLCV mounting type are identical across all three parts. Packaging format differences relate only to supply and handling, not to component performance or PCB integration.

Q: Are all parts RoHS compliant?

A: Yes. All three parts are ROHS3 Compliant with Moisture Sensitivity Level 1 (Unlimited), meeting the same environmental and regulatory standards.

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