Overview
The BYW29-200 is a high-performance ultrafast rectifier diode produced by Vishay (not STMicroelectronics, as it seems to be a confusion; the part is actually from Vishay). This component is designed for use in high-frequency switching applications, including switching power supplies, inverters, freewheeling diodes, and DC/DC converters. It is known for its ultrafast recovery time, low switching losses, and high efficiency.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Symbol | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum Repetitive Peak Reverse Voltage | VRRM | 200 | V |
| Maximum RMS Voltage | VRMS | 140 | V |
| Maximum DC Blocking Voltage | VDC | 200 | V |
| Maximum Average Forward Rectified Current at TC = 105 °C | IF(AV) | 8.0 | A |
| Peak Forward Surge Current | IFSM | 100 | A |
| Operating and Storage Temperature Range | TJ, TSTG | -65 to +150 | °C |
| Maximum Instantaneous Forward Voltage | VF | 0.8 V (at IF = 8.0 A, TJ = 150 °C) | V |
| Maximum Reverse Recovery Time | trr | 25 ns | ns |
| Package | TO-220AC, ITO-220AC, D2PAK (TO-263AB) |
Key Features
- Ultrafast recovery time of 25 ns, ensuring low switching losses and high efficiency.
- High junction temperature capability up to 150 °C.
- Low forward voltage (VF) of 0.8 V at IF = 8.0 A and TJ = 150 °C.
- High peak forward surge current (IFSM) of 100 A.
- RoHS-compliant and AEC-Q101 qualified options available.
- Glass passivated pellet chip junction for reliability.
- Molding compound meets UL 94 V-0 flammability rating.
- Terminals are matte tin plated and solderable per J-STD-002 and JESD 22-B102.
Applications
- High-frequency rectifiers in switching mode power supplies.
- Inverters.
- Freewheeling diodes.
- DC/DC converters.
- Other power switching applications.
Q & A
- What is the maximum repetitive peak reverse voltage of the BYW29-200?
The maximum repetitive peak reverse voltage (VRRM) is 200 V.
- What is the maximum average forward rectified current at TC = 105 °C?
The maximum average forward rectified current (IF(AV)) at TC = 105 °C is 8.0 A.
- What is the peak forward surge current rating?
The peak forward surge current (IFSM) is 100 A.
- What are the operating and storage temperature ranges?
The operating and storage temperature range is -65 to +150 °C.
- What is the maximum instantaneous forward voltage at IF = 8.0 A and TJ = 150 °C?
The maximum instantaneous forward voltage (VF) at IF = 8.0 A and TJ = 150 °C is 0.8 V.
- What is the reverse recovery time of the BYW29-200?
The reverse recovery time (trr) is 25 ns.
- In what packages is the BYW29-200 available?
The BYW29-200 is available in TO-220AC, ITO-220AC, and D2PAK (TO-263AB) packages.
- Is the BYW29-200 RoHS-compliant and AEC-Q101 qualified?
- What are the typical applications of the BYW29-200?
The BYW29-200 is typically used in high-frequency rectifiers, inverters, freewheeling diodes, DC/DC converters, and other power switching applications.
- What is the flammability rating of the molding compound used in the BYW29-200?
The molding compound meets the UL 94 V-0 flammability rating.
