Overview
The 1N4001GP-M3/54 is a general-purpose rectifier diode produced by Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division. This diode is designed for use in various applications requiring rectification, such as power supplies, inverters, converters, and freewheeling diodes. It is part of the 1N400x series, known for its reliability and versatility in consumer and automotive electronics.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Symbol | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum Average Forward Rectified Current | IF(AV) | 1.0 | A |
| Maximum Repetitive Peak Reverse Voltage | VRRM | 50 | V |
| Maximum RMS Reverse Voltage | VRMS | 35 | V |
| Peak Forward Surge Current (8.3 ms sine-wave) | IFSM | 30 | A |
| Non-repetitive Peak Forward Surge Current (tp = 1 ms) | IFSM | 45 | A |
| Reverse Current at Rated DC Blocking Voltage | IR | 5.0 | μA |
| Forward Voltage Drop | VF | 1.1 | V |
| Operating Junction Temperature | TJ | -65 to +175 | °C |
| Package Type | DO-41 (DO-204AL) |
Key Features
- Superectifier Structure: Designed for high reliability applications with a cavity-free glass-passivated junction.
- Low Forward Voltage Drop: Typical forward voltage drop of 1.1 V.
- Low Leakage Current: Reverse current is typically less than 0.1 μA.
- High Forward Surge Capability: Can handle peak forward surge currents up to 30 A for 8.3 ms.
- Solderable Leads: Leads are matte tin plated and solderable per J-STD-002 and JESD 22-B102.
- RoHS Compliant: The E3 suffix indicates RoHS compliance and meets JESD 201 class 1A whisker test.
Applications
- General Purpose Rectification: Used in power supplies, inverters, converters, and freewheeling diodes for consumer applications.
- Protection Device: Can be used to prevent reverse polarity problems and as a protection device in various circuits.
- Rectifiers: Suitable for half-wave and full-wave rectifier circuits.
- Current Flow Regulators: Can be used to regulate current flow in electronic circuits.
Q & A
- What is the maximum average forward rectified current of the 1N4001GP-M3/54 diode?
The maximum average forward rectified current is 1.0 A.
- What is the maximum repetitive peak reverse voltage of the 1N4001GP-M3/54 diode?
The maximum repetitive peak reverse voltage is 50 V.
- What is the typical forward voltage drop of the 1N4001GP-M3/54 diode?
The typical forward voltage drop is 1.1 V.
- What is the peak forward surge current capability of the 1N4001GP-M3/54 diode?
The diode can handle a peak forward surge current of up to 30 A for 8.3 ms.
- What is the operating junction temperature range of the 1N4001GP-M3/54 diode?
The operating junction temperature range is -65 to +175 °C.
- Is the 1N4001GP-M3/54 diode RoHS compliant?
- What type of package does the 1N4001GP-M3/54 diode come in?
The diode comes in a DO-41 (DO-204AL) package.
- What are some common applications of the 1N4001GP-M3/54 diode?
Common applications include general purpose rectification in power supplies, inverters, converters, and as freewheeling diodes.
- Can the 1N4001GP-M3/54 diode be used to prevent reverse polarity problems?
- What is the reverse current of the 1N4001GP-M3/54 diode at rated DC blocking voltage?
The reverse current is typically 5.0 μA.
