VT760HM3/4W Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The VT760HM3/4W is a Schottky rectifier diode manufactured by Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division, rated for 60 V DC reverse voltage and 7.5 A average rectified current in a through-hole TO-220AC package. This part is classified as obsolete, necessitating identification of active equivalent and substitute components for ongoing design requirements and procurement needs. Substitute parts maintain the same voltage and current ratings while offering improved availability and active product status.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value	Unit
Voltage - DC Reverse (Vr) (Max)	60	V
Current - Average Rectified (Io)	7.5	A
Voltage - Forward (Vf) (Max) @ If	800 mV @ 7.5 A	mV
Speed	Fast Recovery ≤ 500ns, > 200mA (Io)	ns
Current - Reverse Leakage @ Vr	700	µA @ 60 V
Technology	Schottky	—
Mounting Type	Through Hole	—
Package / Case	TO-220-2	—
Operating Temperature - Junction	-55 to 150	°C
Grade	Automotive	—
Qualification	AEC-Q101	—
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant	—

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the VT760HM3/4W is determined by the following critical parameters:

Voltage Rating: All substitute parts maintain 60 V DC reverse voltage (Vr) maximum, ensuring compatibility with the original circuit voltage specifications.

Current Rating: Substitute parts are grouped into two categories:

Parametric Equivalents (7.5 A): VT760-E3/4W and VT760-M3/4W maintain identical 7.5 A average rectified current ratings with matching forward voltage characteristics (800 mV @ 7.5 A).
Upgraded Substitutes (10 A): V10P6HM3_A/I, MBR1060HC0G, and STPS10L60D provide 10 A current capacity, exceeding the original specification and offering enhanced thermal margin.

Package and Mounting: Parametric equivalents (VT760-E3/4W, VT760-M3/4W) retain the through-hole TO-220AC package. The V10P6HM3_A/I uses surface-mount TO-277A packaging and is suitable only for redesigned PCB layouts. MBR1060HC0G and STPS10L60D maintain through-hole TO-220AC compatibility.

Technology and Speed: All substitutes employ Schottky technology with fast recovery characteristics (≤ 500ns, > 200mA), matching the original part's switching performance.

Compliance and Certification: All substitute parts maintain AEC-Q101 automotive qualification and ROHS3 compliance, preserving regulatory and quality requirements.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	VT760HM3/4W	VT760-E3/4W	VT760-M3/4W	V10P6HM3_A/I	MBR1060HC0G	STPS10L60D
Voltage - DC Reverse (Vr) (Max)	60 V	60 V	60 V	60 V	60 V	60 V
Current - Average Rectified (Io)	7.5 A	7.5 A	7.5 A	10 A	10 A	10 A
Voltage - Forward (Vf) (Max) @ If	800 mV @ 7.5 A	800 mV @ 7.5 A	800 mV @ 7.5 A	590 mV @ 10 A	800 mV @ 10 A	600 mV @ 10 A
Current - Reverse Leakage @ Vr	700 µA @ 60 V	700 µA @ 60 V	700 µA @ 60 V	1.9 mA @ 60 V	100 µA @ 60 V	350 µA @ 60 V
Speed	Fast Recovery ≤ 500ns, > 200mA	Fast Recovery ≤ 500ns, > 200mA	Fast Recovery ≤ 500ns, > 200mA	Fast Recovery ≤ 500ns, > 200mA	Fast Recovery ≤ 500ns, > 200mA	Fast Recovery ≤ 500ns, > 200mA
Mounting Type	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Surface Mount	Through Hole	Through Hole
Package / Case	TO-220-2	TO-220-2	TO-220-2	TO-277, 3-PowerDFN	TO-220-2	TO-220-2
Operating Temperature - Junction	-55 to 150 °C	-55 to 150 °C	-55 to 150 °C	-40 to 150 °C	-55 to 150 °C	Max 150 °C
Product Status	Obsolete	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant

Engineering Selection Recommendations

For Direct Replacement (Through-Hole TO-220AC, 7.5 A Rating):

VT760-E3/4W and VT760-M3/4W are parametric equivalents to VT760HM3/4W, maintaining identical electrical specifications and package form factor. Both parts are active products with ROHS3 compliance and AEC-Q101 qualification. VT760-E3/4W is supplied in tube packaging, while VT760-M3/4W is also tube-packaged. Selection between these two depends on procurement availability and internal supply chain requirements.

For Upgraded Performance (Through-Hole TO-220AC, 10 A Rating):

MBR1060HC0G (Taiwan Semiconductor Corporation) and STPS10L60D (STMicroelectronics) provide 10 A current capacity in through-hole TO-220AC packages. Both maintain 60 V voltage rating, fast recovery switching characteristics, and automotive-grade qualification. MBR1060HC0G exhibits lower reverse leakage (100 µA @ 60 V) compared to STPS10L60D (350 µA @ 60 V). STPS10L60D offers improved forward voltage characteristics (600 mV @ 10 A) relative to MBR1060HC0G (800 mV @ 10 A), resulting in lower power dissipation at rated current. These parts are suitable for designs where increased current margin or thermal performance improvement is required without PCB redesign.

For Surface-Mount Applications:

V10P6HM3_A/I (Vishay) provides 10 A capacity in surface-mount TO-277A packaging. This part is suitable only for PCB layouts designed for surface-mount components and requires assembly process modifications. Forward voltage is optimized at 590 mV @ 10 A, providing superior efficiency compared to through-hole alternatives.

All substitute parts maintain active product status, ensuring long-term availability and supply chain stability.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can VT760-E3/4W or VT760-M3/4W be used as direct replacements for VT760HM3/4W?

A: Yes. VT760-E3/4W and VT760-M3/4W are parametric equivalents with identical voltage (60 V), current (7.5 A), forward voltage (800 mV @ 7.5 A), and package specifications (TO-220AC through-hole). Both are active products with ROHS3 compliance and AEC-Q101 qualification. The primary difference is packaging format (tube).

Q: What is the difference between 7.5 A and 10 A rated substitutes?

A: The 7.5 A parametric equivalents (VT760-E3/4W, VT760-M3/4W) maintain identical current ratings to the original part. The 10 A substitutes (V10P6HM3_A/I, MBR1060HC0G, STPS10L60D) provide higher current capacity, offering increased thermal margin and design flexibility. Selection depends on circuit current requirements and thermal design considerations.

Q: Can V10P6HM3_A/I be used in existing PCB designs?

A: No. V10P6HM3_A/I uses surface-mount TO-277A packaging, whereas the original VT760HM3/4W and most substitutes use through-hole TO-220AC packages. V10P6HM3_A/I requires PCB redesign and surface-mount assembly processes.

Q: Which substitute offers the lowest forward voltage drop?

A: V10P6HM3_A/I exhibits the lowest forward voltage at 590 mV @ 10 A. STPS10L60D provides 600 mV @ 10 A. Both are lower than the original specification (800 mV @ 7.5 A) and MBR1060HC0G (800 mV @ 10 A), resulting in reduced power dissipation.

Q: Are all substitutes automotive-qualified?

A: VT760-E3/4W, VT760-M3/4W, V10P6HM3_A/I, and MBR1060HC0G carry AEC-Q101 automotive qualification. STPS10L60D does not list AEC-Q101 qualification in the provided specifications. Verify automotive requirements with application specifications before selection.

Q: What is the operating temperature range difference?

A: VT760HM3/4W, VT760-E3/4W, VT760-M3/4W, and MBR1060HC0G operate from -55°C to 150°C. V10P6HM3_A/I operates from -40°C to 150°C, with a narrower low-temperature range. STPS10L60D specifies a maximum junction temperature of 150°C without explicit minimum temperature in the provided data.

Q: Which substitute has the lowest reverse leakage current?

A: MBR1060HC0G exhibits the lowest reverse leakage at 100 µA @ 60 V. STPS10L60D provides 350 µA @ 60 V. VT760-E3/4W and VT760-M3/4W maintain the original specification of 700 µA @ 60 V. V10P6HM3_A/I exhibits higher leakage at 1.9 mA @ 60 V.

Q: Are all substitutes RoHS3 compliant?

A: Yes. All substitute parts listed (VT760-E3/4W, VT760-M3/4W, V10P6HM3_A/I, MBR1060HC0G, STPS10L60D) are ROHS3 compliant, matching the original part's environmental compliance status.

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