Best Alternatives to ESD5451N-MS

Package: DFN-1006MSKSEMITVS - DiodesProtection Type: Bi-directionalESD Protection (Contact): ±30 kVESD Protection (Air): ±30 kVReverse Stand-Off Voltage: 5.0 VReverse Breakdown Voltage: 5.6 V

Find the best replacements for the ESD5451N-MS TVS diode. This guide reviews pin-compatible and functional alternatives, highlighting key differences in package, capacitance, and electrical ratings.

AI replacement insight

Electrical risklow

PESD05NFA-MS is a near-identical electrical match.

Package risklow

All suggested alternatives use the DFN-1006 package or a close variant.

Sourcing riskmedium

Target and best alternative are from the same niche manufacturer.

Can it be replaced directly?

Direct replacement for ESD5451N-MS should use only Datasheet verified or Strong match candidates; many approved options still require engineering review.

Best replacement path

PESD05NFA-MS is the most direct replacement path, requiring minimal re-qualification.

Main risk

The main risk is ensuring subtle parametric differences, like dynamic resistance or clamping voltage, do not impact circuit protection.

Recommended alternatives

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PESD05NFA-MS package
Needs validationlow risk

A strong pin-to-pin candidate in the same DFN-1006 package with matching key electrical specifications.

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Alternative comparison matrix

Feature / factorESD5451N-MSPESD05NFA-MSPESD5V0C1USF315ESD9X5VU-MSCompatibility / risk
PackageDFN-1006DFN-1006DFN1006BD-2DFN-1006DFN-1006 / DFN1006BD-2 — Matches target package.; PESD5V0C1USF315: DFN-1006 variant, likely compatible.; ESD9X5VU-MS: Matches target package.
Voltage5.0 V5.0 V5V5.0 V5.0 V / 5V — Reverse standoff voltage matches.; PESD5V0C1USF315: Standoff voltage matches.; ESD9X5VU-MS: Standoff voltage matches.
Capacitance15 pF15 pF0.4 pF0.9 pF15 pF / 0.4 pF / 0.9 pF — Junction capacitance matches.; PESD5V0C1USF315: Significantly lower capacitance.; ESD9X5VU-MS: Significantly lower capacitance.
Power60 W60 W-Not specified60 W / Not specified — Peak pulse power matches.; ESD9X5VU-MS: Peak pulse power rating is missing.
Esd Rating±30 kV±30 kV--±30 kV — ESD protection level matches.

Application & sourcing insights

Questions & answers

Verified drop-in options for ESD5451N-MS are limited in the current batch. Review candidates marked Strong match or Datasheet verified, and validate package, pinout, and electrical limits before committing a BOM change.