
RUILON
Strong alternative from the same manufacturer with a slightly higher 3600V spark-over voltage and identical package and current rating.
The RUILON 2R3000T-8 is a 2-electrode, 3000V Gas Discharge Tube (GDT) in an 8x6mm through-hole package for high-voltage surge protection. Alternatives must match the spark-over voltage and package.
Spark-over voltage is a critical parameter that dictates function. Mismatch is high risk.
The 8x6mm through-hole package is common, and several candidates match it.
No confirmed direct drop-in replacement exists, but 2R3600T-8 is a very strong functional alternative with the same form factor and current rating.
The RUILON 2R3600T-8 is the best path, offering a slightly higher voltage rating in the same package from the same manufacturer.
The primary risk is mismatching the DC spark-over voltage, which defines the circuit's protection level. A lower voltage can cause false triggering.

RUILON
Strong alternative from the same manufacturer with a slightly higher 3600V spark-over voltage and identical package and current rating.
| Feature / factor | 2R3000T-8 | 2R3600T-8 | 2R600TB-8 | 2RE1000L-8 | Compatibility / risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spark-Over Voltage | 3000V | 3600V | 600V | 1000V | 3600V / 1000V — Slightly higher voltage, offers more headroom.; 2R600TB-8: Critically lower voltage, will trigger much earlier.; 2RE1000L-8: Critically lower voltage, will trigger much earlier. |
| Impulse Current | 5kA | 5kA | 10kA | 10kA | 5kA / 10kA — matched; 2R600TB-8: Higher current handling capability.; 2RE1000L-8: Higher current handling capability. |
| Package | 8mm x 6mm | 8mm x 6mm | Axial (DIP) | 8mm x 6mm | 8mm x 6mm / Axial (DIP) — Same form factor.; 2R600TB-8: Same form factor.; 2RE1000L-8: Same form factor. |
| Capacitance | 1.5pF | 1.5pF | - | - | 1.5pF — matched |
| Manufacturer | RUILON | RUILON | RUILON | FTR Qiaoguang | RUILON / FTR Qiaoguang — Same manufacturer, likely same series.; 2R600TB-8: Same manufacturer.; 2RE1000L-8: Cross-vendor alternative. |
The RUILON 2R3600T-8 is the best alternative, featuring a similar 3600V rating, identical 5kA impulse current, and the same 8x6mm package.