Vishay GBU6
GBU6 variants from Vishay
GBU6 Overview
What changes between part numbers, and what to check before you lock the BOM — Rectifier Diodes.
GBU6 is a Vishay order-code family — not a single orderable MPN. This page lists 3 variants that share the same core device but differ in suffix fields (package, grade, reel/tube, electrical bin, etc.). Pick the exact full part number; substituting within the family without checking the datasheet often causes assembly or spec mismatches.
Diode Rectifier Bridge Single 600V 3.8A 4-Pin Case GBU Tray Other listed variants describe: Diode Rectifier Bridge Single 800V 6A 4-Pin Case GBU Tube; Diode Rectifier Bridge Single 800V 6A 4-Pin Case GBU.
Suffix examples in this family: J-E3/51, K-E3/45, K-E3/51. The characters after the base number usually encode package, temperature, or performance grade — compare the variant table column-by-column rather than assuming pin-compatible drops-in.
Example MPNs: GBU6J-E3/51, GBU6K-E3/45, GBU6K-E3/51.
Key Features
- Lifecycle mix: ActiveConfirm lifecycle on the exact MPN, not just the base number prefix.
- 3 distinct suffix patternsExamples: J-E3/51, K-E3/45, K-E3/51. Decode suffix meaning in the ordering notes under the variant table.
Target Applications
- Rectifier Diodes — design-in and field replacement
- BOM scrub where only the base prefix is known but suffix is TBD
- Second-source checks when the original MPN is constrained
Ordering Variants
Compare 3 GBU6 part numbers by package, electrical parameters, lifecycle, and availability. Use RFQ for stock and lead-time confirmation.
| Part Number | Description | Manufacturer | Lifecycle | RoHS | Availability | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GBU6J-E3/51 | Diode Rectifier Bridge Single 600V 3.8A 4-Pin Case GBU Tray | Vishay | Active | Compliant | In Stock | |
| GBU6K-E3/45 | Diode Rectifier Bridge Single 800V 6A 4-Pin Case GBU Tube | Vishay | Active | Compliant | In Stock | |
| GBU6K-E3/51 | Diode Rectifier Bridge Single 800V 6A 4-Pin Case GBU | Vishay | Active | Compliant | In Stock |
Ordering Code Differences
How suffixes on GBU6 map to package, grade, and reel options.
GBU6 uses a shared prefix; characters after the prefix encode orderable options. Two lines with the same prefix are not drop-in replacements unless the differing columns match your need.
Suffixes seen here: J-E3/51, K-E3/45, K-E3/51.
Full MPN examples: GBU6J-E3/51, GBU6K-E3/45, GBU6K-E3/51.
Tip: photograph or copy the reel label — reel diameter, QTY per reel, and moisture sensitivity level (MSL) are often suffix-driven and won't show in the schematic.
How to Choose the Right GBU6 Rectifier Diodes
Match the footprint first
Pull the exact package drawing for your MPN — base-number swaps fail most often at the footprint, not the schematic.
Electrical headroom
Compare voltage and current columns in the variant table. For GBU6, a suffix with lower voltage or current rating will not survive the same circuit without recalculation.
Temp grade letter matters
Commercial (0–70 °C) and industrial (−40–85 °C+) suffixes look similar in the prefix — confirm ambient + self-heating, not just the first page of the datasheet.
Copy the full MPN
Do not BOM only "GBU6" — include the full suffix (e.g. J-E3/51, K-E3/45, K-E3/51). RFQ with reel/tube preference and required date code.
Technical Specifications
Core parameters for GBU6 product family
Identity
Variant Parameters
Source GBU6 with Octatronics
Request stock confirmation, lead time, date code, and pricing for all 3 ordering variants from Vishay. Our team supports active, EOL, and hard-to-find component sourcing.
- Original manufacturer parts with traceability options
- BOM upload and multi-line RFQ support
- Package, grade, and compliance verification
Frequently Asked Questions
Common technical questions about the GBU6 product family.