15ETH06

Overview

The Vishay 15ETH06 is a hyperfast recovery rectifier featuring FRED Pt technology, rated for 600 V reverse voltage and 15 A average forward current. It utilizes a single die center tap configuration within an isolated TO-220AC package. Key electrical parameters include a typical reverse recovery time of 22 ns, a maximum forward voltage drop of 2.2 V at 15 A, and a peak repetitive surge current capability of 120 A. The device supports an operating junction temperature range from -65 °C to +175 °C.

Feature Summary

• Hyperfast recovery characteristics with optimized stored charge and soft recovery behavior
• Fully isolated package providing 2500 VRMS insulation voltage
• Planar structure with platinum doped lifetime control for ruggedness
• Low leakage current and low forward voltage drop

Applications

• PFC boost stage in the AC-DC section of SMPS
• Inverters
• Freewheeling diodes

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix against the ordering information table to confirm the package style (TO-220AC vs. TO-220 FULL-PAK) and lead-free status. Confirm that the required thermal resistance values align with the intended heatsinking or socket mounting conditions specified in the datasheet.

Selection Notes

Select this component for high-frequency switching applications requiring fast recovery times and low reverse recovery charge. Ensure the design accommodates the 15 A average current rating at the appropriate case temperature, typically 140 °C for standard packages. Consider the 600 V blocking voltage margin for the target circuit topology.

Part Context

This part belongs to the Vishay FRED Pt series of hyperfast rectifiers. It is designed to minimize switching losses and reduce over-dissipation in switching elements and snubbers through extremely optimized stored charge characteristics.

Replacement Considerations

VS-15ETH06FP-N3