Overview
The BAT42-TAP is a small signal Schottky diode produced by Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division. This diode is designed for general-purpose applications and is known for its low turn-on voltage and fast switching characteristics. It is available in the DO-35 (DO-204AH) package and is suitable for a wide range of applications requiring efficient rectification and switching.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Test Condition | Symbol | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Repetitive peak reverse voltage | Tamb = 25 °C | VRRM | 30 | V |
| Forward continuous current | Tamb = 25 °C | IF | 200 | mA |
| Repetitive peak forward current | tp < 1 s, δ < 0.5 | IFRM | 500 | mA |
| Surge forward current | tp < 10 ms | IFSM | 4 | A |
| Power dissipation | Tamb = 65 °C | Ptot | 200 | mW |
| Thermal resistance junction to ambient air | Tamb = 25 °C | RthJA | 300 | K/W |
| Junction temperature | Tj | 125 | °C | |
| Ambient operating temperature range | Tamb | -65 to +125 | °C | |
| Storage temperature range | Tstg | -65 to +150 | °C | |
| Reverse breakdown voltage | IR = 100 μA (pulsed) | V(BR) | 30 | V |
| Leakage current | VR = 25 V | IR | 0.5 μA | |
| Forward voltage | IF = 200 mA | VF | 1000 mV | |
| Diode capacitance | VR = 1 V, f = 1 MHz | CD | 7 pF | |
| Reverse recovery time | IF = 10 mA, IR = 10 mA, iR = 1 mA, RL = 100 Ω | trr | 5 ns |
Key Features
- Low turn-on voltage, typically 400 mV at 10 mA and 650 mV at 50 mA.
- Fast switching characteristics with a reverse recovery time of 5 ns.
- High efficiency due to low forward voltage drop and fast guard ring against excessive voltage, such as electrostatic discharges.
- Ambient operating temperature range from -65 °C to +125 °C, making it suitable for a wide range of applications.
- Available in DO-35 (DO-204AH) package, with options for tape and reel or ammo pack packaging.
Applications
- General-purpose rectification and switching applications.
- Polarity protection and signal switching in various electronic circuits.
- Automotive, industrial, computing, and consumer electronics where low forward voltage drop and fast switching are required.
- Protection against electrostatic discharges (ESD) due to its fast guard ring).
Q & A
- What is the maximum repetitive peak reverse voltage of the BAT42-TAP?
The maximum repetitive peak reverse voltage is 30 V).
- What is the forward continuous current rating of the BAT42-TAP?
The forward continuous current rating is 200 mA).
- What is the typical forward voltage drop at 10 mA for the BAT42-TAP?
The typical forward voltage drop at 10 mA is 400 mV).
- What is the reverse recovery time of the BAT42-TAP?
The reverse recovery time is 5 ns).
- What is the operating temperature range for the BAT42-TAP?
The ambient operating temperature range is from -65 °C to +125 °C).
- What package types are available for the BAT42-TAP?
The BAT42-TAP is available in the DO-35 (DO-204AH) package with options for tape and reel or ammo pack packaging).
- What are some common applications for the BAT42-TAP?
Common applications include general-purpose rectification, polarity protection, signal switching, and protection against electrostatic discharges in automotive, industrial, and consumer electronics).
- What is the maximum surge forward current rating for the BAT42-TAP?
The maximum surge forward current rating is 4 A for tp < 10 ms).
- What is the thermal resistance junction to ambient air for the BAT42-TAP?
The thermal resistance junction to ambient air is 300 K/W).
- Is the BAT42-TAP RoHS compliant?
Yes, the BAT42-TAP is RoHS compliant).
