Best Alternatives to SDT5A60SA-13

Package: DO-214AC, SMADiodes IncorporatedDiodes - Rectifiers - SingleSeries: -Package: Tape & Reel (TR)Voltage - DC Reverse (Vr) (Max): 60 VCurrent - Average Rectified (Io): 5AVoltage - Forward (Vf) (Max) @ If: 520 mV @ 5 A

Finding a substitute for the SDT5A60SA-13 60V 5A Trench Schottky Rectifier involves balancing trade-offs. While several alternatives exist in the same SMA package, the key challenge is matching the target's low forward voltage to maintain circuit efficiency.

AI replacement insight

Electrical riskhigh

Most candidates have a higher forward voltage (Vf), increasing power loss and heat.

Package risklow

Multiple candidates use the same SMA package, but verifying exact dimensions is always recommended.

Sourcing risklow

The SS5x series is widely available from multiple manufacturers, offering good sourcing flexibility.

Can it be replaced directly?

No direct drop-in replacement has been identified. Several alternatives in the same SMA package exist, but they have weaker forward voltage characteristics, which will reduce efficiency.

Best replacement path

Review SS58 datasheet for forward voltage; if comparable, it's a strong candidate. Otherwise, SS56 SMA is a close match if slightly higher power loss is acceptable.

Main risk

The primary risk is increased power dissipation due to higher forward voltage (Vf) in most alternatives, potentially requiring thermal redesign.

Recommended alternatives

4
SS5200 package
SS5200

MDD(Microdiode Semiconductor)

Needs validationhigh risk

Offers a higher voltage rating (200V) in the same package, but at the cost of much higher forward voltage.

View details

Alternative comparison matrix

Feature / factorSDT5A60SA-13SS5200SS56ASS56 SMACompatibility / risk
PackageSMASMA (DO-214AC)SMA (DO-214AC)SMA (DO-214AC)SMA (DO-214AC) — Form factor matches.; SS56A: Form factor matches.; SS56 SMA: Form factor matches.; SS58: Form factor matches.
Voltage60V200V60V60V200V / 60V / 80V — Higher voltage rating provides more margin.; SS56A: Same rating, no extra margin.; SS56 SMA: Same rating, no extra margin.; SS58: Higher voltage rating provides more margin.
Current5A5A5A5A5A — Same current rating.; SS56A: Same current rating.; SS56 SMA: Same current rating.; SS58: Same current rating.
Forward Voltage0.52V0.85V @ 5A0.70V @ 5A0.65V @ 5A0.85V @ 5A / 0.70V @ 5A / 0.65V @ 5A / Unknown — Very high Vf will severely impact efficiency.; SS56A: Significantly higher Vf increases power loss.; SS56 SMA: Higher Vf increases power loss.; SS58: This critical parameter must be checked in the datasheet.
Reverse Current0.5mA--1mA @ 60V1mA @ 60V — Higher leakage current.

Application & sourcing insights

Questions & answers

There is no single 'best' alternative without more application details. SS58 is a promising upgrade if its forward voltage is low enough. SS56 SMA is a close functional match but has a higher forward voltage, which increases power loss.