VS-40TPS12-M3 vs VS-40APS16PBF

This in-depth comparison of the VS-40TPS12-M3 and VS-40APS16PBF provides valuable insights into their specifications and key features. We cover important factors in detail, including RoHS compliance, REACH status, series, mounting style, package type, and other relevant characteristics. Presenting the differences side by side simplifies component selection, making it easier for you to select the best option for your specific application.

Technical review by ETEI Component Engineering Source: manufacturer documentation

Parts at a glance

Part A

VS-40TPS12-M3

Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division

Lifecycle: Active
Stock: 8960 PCS
Package: TO-247-3
Series: Thyristors - SCRs

+BOM RFQ

Part B

VS-40APS16PBF

Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division

Lifecycle: Active
Stock: 6393 PCS
Package: TO-247-3
Series: Diodes - Rectifiers - Single

+BOM RFQ

Need help validating a replacement?

Send your BOM and application constraints for technical and sourcing review.

RFQ Contact technical support

Full specification comparison

Use manufacturer datasheets as the final authority.

Specification	VS-40TPS12-M3	VS-40APS16PBF
Supplier	Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division	Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division
Part Status	Active	Obsolete
Diode Type	-	Standard
Voltage - DC Reverse (Vr) (Max)	-	1600 V
Current - Average Rectified(Io)	-	40A
Voltage - Forward (Vf) (Max) @ If	-	1.14 V @ 40 A
Speed	-	Standard Recovery >500ns, > 200mA (Io)
Current - Reverse Leakage @ Vr	-	100 µA @ 1600 V
Mounting Type	Through Hole	Through Hole
Voltage - Off State	1.2 kV	-
Voltage - Gate Trigger(Vgt)(Max)	2.5 V	-
Current - Gate Trigger(Igt)(Max)	150 mA	-
Voltage - On State(Vtm)(Max)	1.85 V	-
Current - On State(It(AV))(Max)	35 A	-
Current - On State(It(RMS))(Max)	55 A	-
Current - Hold(Ih)(Max)	200 mA	-
Current - Off State(Max)	500 µA	-
Current - Non Rep Surge5060 Hz(Itsm)	500A @ 50Hz	-
SCR Type	Standard Recovery	-
Operating Temperature	-40°C ~ 125°C	-

Compare RFQ