Overview
The MUR1620CTH, produced by onsemi, is an ultrafast recovery rectifier designed for high-performance applications in switching power supplies, inverters, and as free-wheeling diodes. This device is part of a series that offers advanced characteristics for efficient and reliable operation in demanding power switching environments.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Symbol | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reverse Voltage | VR | 200 | V |
| Average Rectified Forward Current per Leg | IF(AV) | 8.0 | A |
| Peak Rectified Forward Current per Diode Leg | IFM | 16 | A |
| Nonrepetitive Peak Surge Current | IFSM | 100 | A |
| Operating Junction Temperature | TJ | -65 to +175 | °C |
| Maximum Instantaneous Forward Voltage | V_F | 0.895 (at IF = 8.0 A, TC = 150°C) | V |
| Maximum Reverse Recovery Time | t_rr | 35 ns (at IF = 1.0 A, di/dt = 50 A/μs) | ns |
| Maximum Thermal Resistance, Junction-to-Case | R_JC | 3.0 °C/W | °C/W |
Key Features
- Ultrafast Recovery Times: 35 and 60 nanoseconds, ensuring minimal ringing and electrical noise in power switching circuits.
- High Operating Junction Temperature: Up to 175°C, making it suitable for high-temperature applications.
- Popular TO-220 Package: Epoxy molded with corrosion-resistant external surfaces and readily solderable terminal leads.
- High Voltage Capability: Up to 600 V, providing robust performance in high-voltage applications.
- Low Leakage Current: Specified at 150°C case temperature, ensuring efficient operation.
- Pb-Free Packages: Available, complying with environmental regulations).
Applications
The MUR1620CTH is designed for use in various power switching applications, including:
- Switching power supplies
- Inverters
- Free-wheeling diodes
- Other power switching circuits where ultrafast recovery and high efficiency are required).
Q & A
- What is the maximum reverse voltage of the MUR1620CTH?
The maximum reverse voltage is 200 V).
- What are the ultrafast recovery times of the MUR1620CTH?
The recovery times are 35 and 60 nanoseconds).
- What is the operating junction temperature range of the MUR1620CTH?
The operating junction temperature range is -65 to +175°C).
- What is the average rectified forward current per leg of the MUR1620CTH?
The average rectified forward current per leg is 8.0 A).
- What package type does the MUR1620CTH come in?
The MUR1620CTH comes in a TO-220 package).
- Is the MUR1620CTH Pb-free?
- What are the typical applications of the MUR1620CTH?
The MUR1620CTH is typically used in switching power supplies, inverters, and as free-wheeling diodes).
- What is the maximum instantaneous forward voltage of the MUR1620CTH?
The maximum instantaneous forward voltage is 0.895 V at IF = 8.0 A and TC = 150°C).
- What is the maximum thermal resistance, junction-to-case, of the MUR1620CTH?
The maximum thermal resistance, junction-to-case, is 3.0 °C/W).
- What is the nonrepetitive peak surge current of the MUR1620CTH?
The nonrepetitive peak surge current is 100 A).
