B230LA-M3/61T

Overview

The B230LA-M3/61T is a high-current density surface-mount Schottky rectifier manufactured by Vishay General Semiconductor. It features a maximum repetitive peak reverse voltage of 30 V and an average forward rectified current rating of 2.0 A. The device utilizes a low-profile SMA (DO-214AC) package, making it suitable for automated placement. Key electrical characteristics include a maximum instantaneous forward voltage of 0.50 V at 2.0 A and a maximum reverse current of 0.5 mA at rated VR. It operates within a junction temperature range of -65 °C to +150 °C.

Feature Summary

• Guardring structure provides overvoltage protection
• Low forward voltage drop ensures high efficiency
• High surge capability supports transient loads
• Halogen-free and RoHS-compliant construction

Applications

• Low voltage, high frequency inverters
• Freewheeling diode applications
• DC/DC converters
• Polarity protection circuits

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific ordering suffix /61T corresponds to the 7-inch diameter plastic tape and reel packaging configuration with a base quantity of 1800 units. Confirm that the M3 suffix indicates compliance with halogen-free requirements and JESD 201 class 2 whisker testing standards before finalizing procurement specifications.

Selection Notes

Select this component when designing circuits requiring a 30 V blocking voltage and 2.0 A continuous current handling in a compact surface-mount form factor. The low forward voltage characteristic makes it appropriate for improving overall system efficiency in power conversion stages where thermal management is critical.

Part Context

This part belongs to the B230LA-M3 series of high-current density Schottky rectifiers from Vishay. It shares the same mechanical SMA (DO-214AC) package as other variants in the lineup but is specifically rated for a 30 V maximum repetitive peak reverse voltage, distinguishing it from higher voltage counterparts like the B240A.

Replacement Considerations

B230LA-E3/61T