
Meritek
A functional alternative with matching voltage but a larger SMC package.
P6SMAJ33CA is a 600W, 33V bidirectional TVS diode in an SMA package. While no direct drop-in replacements have been identified, several functional alternatives exist with upgraded power ratings in a larger SMC package, requiring board layout and electrical review.
All viable alternatives are in a larger SMC package, requiring a new PCB layout.
Some candidates have a higher standoff voltage, which must be verified for the application.
No direct pin-to-pin, drop-in replacement was found. All viable alternatives require a PCB layout change due to a different package size (SMC vs. SMA).
Consider SMDJ33CA for a matching 33V standoff voltage if the larger SMC package is acceptable. This offers a significant power handling upgrade.
The primary risk is the package mismatch, requiring a PCB redesign. A secondary risk for some candidates is a higher standoff voltage, which could affect circuit protection levels.

Meritek
A functional alternative with matching voltage but a larger SMC package.
| Feature / factor | P6SMAJ33CA | SMDJ33CA | SMDJ40CA | Alt 3 | Compatibility / risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | SMA (DO-214AC) | DO-214AB (SMC) | SMC (DO-214AB) | DO-214AB (SMC) / SMC (DO-214AB) — Candidate has a larger footprint (SMC vs SMA). Not a drop-in replacement.; SMDJ40CA: Candidate has a larger footprint (SMC vs SMA). Not a drop-in replacement. | |
| Voltage | 33.0V | 33.0V | 40.0V | 33.0V / 40.0V — Reverse standoff voltage matches.; SMDJ40CA: Higher standoff voltage. Will not protect circuits below 40V. | |
| Power | 600.0W | 3000.0W | 3000.0W | 3000.0W — Candidate has 5x higher peak pulse power rating.; SMDJ40CA: Candidate has 5x higher peak pulse power rating. | |
| Current | 11.3A | 56.3A | 46.5A | 56.3A / 46.5A — Candidate has significantly higher peak pulse current rating.; SMDJ40CA: Candidate has significantly higher peak pulse current rating. |
The best alternative found is SMDJ33CA. It has the same 33V standoff voltage and higher power ratings, but comes in a larger SMC package that requires a PCB layout change.