Overview
The 1N4004GP-M3/73 is a general-purpose rectifier diode produced by Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division. This component is designed for use in various applications such as power supplies, inverters, converters, and freewheeling diodes. It is part of the 1N400x series, which is widely used for rectification in consumer and industrial electronics.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Symbol | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum Repetitive Peak Reverse Voltage | VRRM | 400 | V |
| Maximum RMS Voltage | VRMS | 280 | V |
| Maximum DC Blocking Voltage | VDC | 400 | V |
| Maximum Average Forward Rectified Current | IF(AV) | 1.0 | A |
| Peak Forward Surge Current (8.3 ms single half sine-wave) | IFSM | 30 | A |
| Non-repetitive Peak Forward Surge Current (square waveform, tp = 1 ms) | IFSM | 45 | A |
| Maximum Instantaneous Forward Voltage | VF | 1.1 | V |
| Maximum DC Reverse Current at Rated DC Blocking Voltage | IR | 5.0 | μA |
| Operating Junction and Storage Temperature Range | TJ, TSTG | -50 to +150 | °C |
| Package | DO-41 (DO-204AL) |
Key Features
- High surge current capability.
- Low forward voltage drop (VF = 1.1 V at IF = 1 A).
- High reverse voltage rating (VRRM = 400 V).
- Low reverse leakage current (IR = 5.0 μA at VDC = 400 V).
- Standard recovery time, suitable for general-purpose applications.
- Through-hole mounting in DO-41 (DO-204AL) package.
- Wide operating junction and storage temperature range (-50°C to +150°C).
Applications
- General purpose rectification in power supplies.
- Inverters and converters.
- Freewheeling diodes in consumer and industrial electronics.
- Rectification in DC power supplies and switching circuits.
Q & A
- What is the maximum repetitive peak reverse voltage of the 1N4004GP-M3/73 diode?
The maximum repetitive peak reverse voltage (VRRM) is 400 V.
- What is the maximum average forward rectified current of this diode?
The maximum average forward rectified current (IF(AV)) is 1.0 A.
- What is the peak forward surge current rating for the 1N4004GP-M3/73?
The peak forward surge current (IFSM) is 30 A for an 8.3 ms single half sine-wave.
- What is the maximum instantaneous forward voltage of this diode?
The maximum instantaneous forward voltage (VF) is 1.1 V at IF = 1 A.
- What is the operating junction and storage temperature range for this component?
The operating junction and storage temperature range is -50°C to +150°C.
- In what package is the 1N4004GP-M3/73 diode available?
The diode is available in the DO-41 (DO-204AL) package.
- What are some common applications for the 1N4004GP-M3/73 diode?
Common applications include general purpose rectification in power supplies, inverters, converters, and freewheeling diodes in consumer and industrial electronics.
- What is the reverse recovery time of the 1N4004GP-M3/73 diode?
The typical reverse recovery time (trr) is 2.0 μs.
- How much is the maximum DC reverse current at the rated DC blocking voltage?
The maximum DC reverse current (IR) is 5.0 μA at VDC = 400 V.
- What is the thermal resistance of the 1N4004GP-M3/73 diode?
The typical thermal resistance (RθJA) is 55 °C/W.
