1N2799

Single Diodes Overview

The Microchip Technology 1N2799 is a standard rectifier diode housed in the DO-5 (DO-203AB) axial leaded package. It features a maximum repetitive peak reverse voltage of 350V and an average forward rectified current rating of 5A. The device is designed for general-purpose applications requiring reliable AC-to-DC conversion with a reverse recovery time exceeding 500ns.

Single Diodes Feature Summary

• Standard rectification capability for general-purpose electronic circuits
• Robust construction in DO-5 axial leaded package for through-hole mounting
• High surge current handling capacity suitable for power supply applications

Single Diodes Applications

• General-purpose AC to DC rectification in power supplies
• Low-frequency switching applications
• Protection circuits requiring high reverse voltage blocking

Single Diodes Procurement Notes

Verify the manufacturer part number 1N2799 against official Microchip Technology documentation to ensure authenticity. Confirm that the component matches the specified DO-5 package and electrical ratings. Check for any specific ordering suffixes or variants if required by your design specifications.

Single Diodes Selection Notes

Select this component when a standard silicon rectifier with 350V reverse voltage and 5A continuous current is required. Ensure the application operates within the specified thermal limits and does not demand fast switching speeds, as the reverse recovery time exceeds 500ns.

Single Diodes Part Context

The 1N2799 belongs to the family of standard general-purpose rectifier diodes manufactured by Microchip Technology. It utilizes silicon planar technology and is packaged in the traditional DO-5 axial leaded format, commonly used in industrial and consumer electronics for basic power rectification tasks.

Single Diodes Replacement Considerations

Cross-reference with other manufacturers offering equivalent 350V 5A DO-5 rectifiers such as 1N400x series variants if voltage/current margins allow, ensuring pinout and package compatibility remain identical.