1N4001E-E3/73

Single Diodes Overview

The Vishay 1N4001E-E3/73 is a general-purpose plastic rectifier with a maximum repetitive peak reverse voltage of 50 V and a maximum average forward rectified current of 1.0 A. It features a DO-41 (DO-204AL) package, a maximum instantaneous forward voltage of 1.1 V at 1.0 A, and a maximum DC reverse current of 5.0 μA at rated blocking voltage. The device supports a peak forward surge current of 30 A for an 8.3 ms single half sine-wave and operates within a junction temperature range of -50 to +150 °C.

Single Diodes Feature Summary

• Low forward voltage drop
• Low leakage current
• High forward surge capability

Single Diodes Applications

• General purpose rectification of power supplies
• Inverters
• Converters
• Freewheeling diodes application

Single Diodes Procurement Notes

Verify the specific part number against official Vishay documentation to confirm compliance with RoHS directives and material categorization standards. Ensure that the E3 suffix correctly denotes the matte tin-plated leads and whisker test compliance required for your assembly process. Cross-reference the ordering information section in the datasheet to validate the base quantity and delivery mode associated with the /73 packaging code.

Single Diodes Selection Notes

Select this component when a standard recovery rectifier with a 50 V reverse voltage rating is required for low-power applications. The DO-41 through-hole package facilitates manual or automated insertion into printed circuit boards. Consider the thermal resistance characteristics and derating curves if operating near the maximum ambient temperature limits specified in the datasheet.

Single Diodes Part Context

This component belongs to the 1N4001 through 1N4007 series of general-purpose plastic rectifiers manufactured by Vishay General Semiconductor. The series shares common mechanical and electrical characteristics, differentiated primarily by their maximum repetitive peak reverse voltage ratings ranging from 50 V to 1000 V. All variants utilize the same DO-41 molded epoxy body and offer similar forward voltage and surge current capabilities.

Single Diodes Replacement Considerations

Other manufacturers produce equivalent 1N4001 rectifiers in the DO-41 package. Verify that any substitute matches the 50 V reverse voltage, 1.0 A forward current, and thermal specifications. Ensure the replacement component meets the same RoHS and material compliance requirements.