Overview
The MBR2545CT-E3/45 is a dual common-cathode Schottky rectifier produced by Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division. This component is designed for high-efficiency and low power losses, making it suitable for various high-frequency applications. It is available in the TO-220AB package and is known for its reliability and robust performance up to a junction temperature of 150 °C.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Symbol | MBR2545CT | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum repetitive peak reverse voltage | VRRM | 45 | V |
| Working peak reverse voltage | VRWM | 45 | V |
| Maximum DC blocking voltage | VDC | 45 | V |
| Maximum average forward rectified current at TC = 130 °C | IF(AV) | 25 A (total device), 12.5 A (per diode) | A |
| Peak forward surge current (8.3 ms single half sine-wave) | IFSM | 150 A | A |
| Maximum instantaneous forward voltage per diode at IF = 15 A, TC = 25 °C | VF | 0.82 V | V |
| Operating junction temperature range | TJ | -65 to +150 °C | °C |
| Storage temperature range | TSTG | -65 to +175 °C | °C |
Key Features
- Guardring for overvoltage protection
- Lower power losses, high efficiency
- Low forward voltage drop
- High forward surge capability
- High frequency operation
- Meets MSL level 1, per J-STD-020, LF maximum peak of 245 °C (for TO-263AB package)
- Solder dip 260 °C, 40 s (for TO-220AB and ITO-220AB package)
- Compliant to RoHS 2002/95/EC and in accordance to WEEE 2002/96/EC
- High purity, high temperature epoxy encapsulation for enhanced mechanical strength and moisture resistance
- Designed and qualified according to JEDEC-JESD47
- Halogen-free according to IEC 61249-2-21 definition (-N3 only)
Applications
- Low voltage, high frequency rectifiers in switching mode power supplies
- Freewheeling diodes
- DC-to-DC converters
- Polarity protection applications
- Reverse battery protection
Q & A
- What is the maximum repetitive peak reverse voltage of the MBR2545CT-E3/45?
The maximum repetitive peak reverse voltage is 45 V.
- What is the maximum average forward rectified current for the MBR2545CT-E3/45 at TC = 130 °C?
The maximum average forward rectified current is 25 A for the total device and 12.5 A per diode.
- What is the peak forward surge current capability of the MBR2545CT-E3/45?
The peak forward surge current is 150 A for an 8.3 ms single half sine-wave.
- What is the operating junction temperature range for the MBR2545CT-E3/45?
The operating junction temperature range is -65 to +150 °C.
- Is the MBR2545CT-E3/45 compliant with RoHS and WEEE directives?
- What are the typical applications of the MBR2545CT-E3/45?
Typical applications include low voltage, high frequency rectifiers in switching mode power supplies, freewheeling diodes, DC-to-DC converters, and polarity protection applications.
- What is the maximum instantaneous forward voltage per diode at IF = 15 A and TC = 25 °C?
The maximum instantaneous forward voltage per diode is 0.82 V.
- Does the MBR2545CT-E3/45 have any special packaging features?
- Is the MBR2545CT-E3/45 halogen-free?
- What is the storage temperature range for the MBR2545CT-E3/45?
The storage temperature range is -65 to +175 °C.
