Overview
The MBR0520L is a surface mount Schottky barrier diode produced by SMC Diode Solutions. This diode is designed for low voltage, high frequency rectification and is suitable for applications where compact size and weight are critical. It features a low forward voltage drop and fast switching capabilities, making it ideal for various electronic circuits.
Key Specifications
| Characteristic | Symbol | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peak Repetitive Reverse Voltage | VRRM | 20 | V |
| Working Peak Reverse Voltage | VRWM | 20 | V |
| DC Blocking Voltage | VR | 20 | V |
| Average Rectified Forward Current @ TL=75°C | IF(AV) | 0.5 | A |
| Non-Repetitive Peak Forward Surge Current | IFSM | 5.5 | A |
| Power Dissipation | Pd | 410 | mW |
| Thermal Resistance Junction to Ambient | RθJA | 244 | °C/W |
| Junction and Storage Temperature Range | TSTG | -65 to +150 | °C |
| Forward Voltage @ IF=0.5A | VF | 0.385 | V |
| Reverse Leakage Current @ VR=20V | IR | 250 | μA |
Key Features
- Low turn-on voltage, less than 385 mV at 0.5 A and 25°C
- Fast switching capabilities
- PN Junction Guard Ring for transient and ESD protection
- Designed for surface mount application in SOD-123 package
- Plastic material with UL Recognition Flammability Classification 94V-O
- Compliant with the ROHS Directive and Pb-free
- Compact surface mount package with low weight (approximately 0.01 grams)
Applications
The MBR0520L Schottky diode is ideally suited for various applications including:
- Low voltage, high frequency rectification
- Free-wheeling and polarity protection diodes in surface mount applications
- Circuits where compact size and weight are critical, such as in automotive, industrial, and consumer electronics
- General-purpose rectification in power supplies and DC-DC converters
Q & A
- What is the peak repetitive reverse voltage of the MBR0520L diode?
The peak repetitive reverse voltage (VRRM) is 20 V.
- What is the average rectified forward current rating of the MBR0520L?
The average rectified forward current (IF(AV)) is 0.5 A at TL=75°C.
- What is the non-repetitive peak forward surge current of the MBR0520L?
The non-repetitive peak forward surge current (IFSM) is 5.5 A.
- What is the thermal resistance junction to ambient of the MBR0520L?
The thermal resistance junction to ambient (RθJA) is 244 °C/W.
- What is the storage temperature range for the MBR0520L?
The storage temperature range (TSTG) is -65 to +150 °C.
- What is the forward voltage drop of the MBR0520L at 0.5 A and 25°C?
The forward voltage drop (VF) at 0.5 A and 25°C is less than 0.385 V.
- Is the MBR0520L RoHS compliant?
- What package type is the MBR0520L available in?
The MBR0520L is available in the SOD-123 package.
- What are some typical applications of the MBR0520L?
- Does the MBR0520L have any special protection features?
