Overview
The BAV99-E3-18 is a small signal switching diode produced by Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division. It is configured as a dual diode in series, packaged in a SOT-23 surface mount package. This diode is designed for high-performance applications requiring fast switching speeds and high conductance. The BAV99-E3-18 is RoHS-compliant and suitable for automatic insertion, making it an excellent choice for various electronic circuits.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Test Condition | Symbol | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Non-repetitive peak reverse voltage | - | VRM | 100 | V |
| Repetitive peak reverse voltage / Working peak reverse voltage / DC blocking voltage | - | VRRM = VRWM = VR | 70 | V |
| Peak forward surge current (tp = 1 s) | - | IFSM | 1 | A |
| Peak forward surge current (tp = 1 μs) | - | IFSM | 4.5 | A |
| Average forward current (Half wave rectification with resistive load and f ≥ 50 MHz) | - | IF(AV) | 250 | mA |
| Forward current | - | IF | 350 | mA |
| Power dissipation on FR-4 board with recommended soldering footprint | - | Ptot | 270 | mW |
| Thermal resistance junction to ambient air | - | RthJA | 460 | K/W |
| Junction temperature | - | Tj | -55 to +150 | °C |
| Operating temperature range | - | Top | -55 to +150 | °C |
Key Features
- Fast switching speed
- High conductance
- Surface mount package ideally suited for automatic insertion
- Connected in series configuration
- AEC-Q101 qualified available
- RoHS-compliant
- Molding compound meets UL 94 V-0 flammability rating
- Moisture sensitivity level (MSL) 1
Applications
The BAV99-E3-18 is suitable for a variety of applications including rectification, polarity protection, and signal switching. It is particularly useful in automotive, industrial, computing, and consumer electronics due to its high performance and reliability.
Q & A
- What is the package type of the BAV99-E3-18? The BAV99-E3-18 is packaged in a SOT-23 surface mount package.
- What is the maximum non-repetitive peak reverse voltage of the BAV99-E3-18? The maximum non-repetitive peak reverse voltage is 100 V.
- What is the average forward current rating of the BAV99-E3-18? The average forward current rating is 250 mA for half wave rectification with a resistive load and f ≥ 50 MHz.
- Is the BAV99-E3-18 RoHS-compliant? Yes, the BAV99-E3-18 is RoHS-compliant.
- What is the thermal resistance junction to ambient air for the BAV99-E3-18? The thermal resistance junction to ambient air is 460 K/W.
- What are the operating temperature ranges for the BAV99-E3-18? The operating temperature range is -55 to +150 °C.
- Is the BAV99-E3-18 AEC-Q101 qualified? Yes, AEC-Q101 qualified versions are available.
- What is the moisture sensitivity level (MSL) of the BAV99-E3-18? The moisture sensitivity level is MSL 1.
- What are some common applications for the BAV99-E3-18? Common applications include rectification, polarity protection, and signal switching in automotive, industrial, computing, and consumer electronics.
- What is the power dissipation rating for the BAV99-E3-18 on an FR-4 board? The power dissipation rating is 270 mW on an FR-4 board with the recommended soldering footprint.
