Overview
The STTH1602CT is a dual center tap rectifier diode produced by STMicroelectronics. It is designed for use in switch mode power supplies (SMPS) and high frequency DC to DC converters. This device is packaged in the TO-220AB format, making it suitable for applications requiring high efficiency and low losses. The STTH1602CT is particularly intended for use in low voltage, high frequency inverters, free wheeling, and polarity protection applications.
Key Specifications
| Symbol | Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| IF(AV) | Average forward current | Up to 2 x 10 A | A |
| VRRM | Repetitive peak reverse voltage | 200 V | V |
| Tj (max.) | Maximum operating junction temperature | 175 °C | °C |
| VF (typ.) | Forward voltage drop | 0.78 V | V |
| trr (typ.) | Reverse recovery time | 21 ns | ns |
| IFSM | Surge non repetitive forward current | 80 A | A |
| Tstg | Storage temperature range | -65 to +175 °C | °C |
| Rth(j-c) | Junction to case thermal resistance | 3.0 °C/W (per diode), 1.9 °C/W (per device) | °C/W |
Key Features
- Suited for switch mode power supplies (SMPS) and high frequency DC to DC converters.
- Low losses due to low forward and reverse recovery times.
- Low leakage current.
- High junction temperature capability up to 175 °C.
- Insulated package (TO-220FPAB) with insulating voltage of 2000 VRMS sine.
- ECOPACK®2 compliant component for environmental sustainability.
Applications
- Low voltage, high frequency inverters.
- Free wheeling applications.
- Polarity protection applications.
- Switch mode power supplies (SMPS).
- High frequency DC to DC converters.
Q & A
- What is the maximum average forward current of the STTH1602CT?
The maximum average forward current is up to 2 x 10 A.
- What is the repetitive peak reverse voltage of the STTH1602CT?
The repetitive peak reverse voltage is 200 V.
- What is the maximum operating junction temperature of the STTH1602CT?
The maximum operating junction temperature is 175 °C.
- What is the typical forward voltage drop of the STTH1602CT?
The typical forward voltage drop is 0.78 V.
- What is the typical reverse recovery time of the STTH1602CT?
The typical reverse recovery time is 21 ns.
- What is the surge non-repetitive forward current of the STTH1602CT?
The surge non-repetitive forward current is 80 A.
- What is the storage temperature range of the STTH1602CT?
The storage temperature range is -65 to +175 °C.
- What are the typical applications of the STTH1602CT?
Typical applications include low voltage, high frequency inverters, free wheeling, polarity protection, SMPS, and high frequency DC to DC converters.
- Is the STTH1602CT environmentally compliant?
Yes, the STTH1602CT is ECOPACK®2 compliant.
- What are the available package types for the STTH1602CT?
The STTH1602CT is available in TO-220AB and TO-220FPAB packages.
