1N4002E-E3/73

Single Diodes Overview

The Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division 1N4002E-E3/73 is a general-purpose plastic rectifier featuring a maximum repetitive peak reverse voltage of 100 V and a maximum average forward rectified current of 1.0 A. It operates within a junction temperature range of -50 °C to +150 °C, with a typical thermal resistance from junction to ambient of 50 °C/W. The device exhibits 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. Peak forward surge current capabilities reach 30 A for an 8.3 ms sine-wave and 45 A for a square waveform.

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 standards and material categorization requirements. Ensure that the DO-41 package dimensions and lead specifications match your design constraints. Cross-reference datasheet electrical characteristics with actual operating conditions to validate performance under varying thermal loads and surge currents.

Single Diodes Selection Notes

Select this component when a standard recovery rectifier with a 100 V reverse voltage rating is required for general-purpose applications. Consider its 1.0 A continuous current capacity and robust surge handling for use in AC-to-DC conversion circuits. Evaluate the thermal resistance and operating temperature limits to ensure adequate heat dissipation in the intended enclosure or PCB layout.

Single Diodes Part Context

This component belongs to the 1N4001 through 1N4007 series of general-purpose plastic rectifiers manufactured by Vishay General Semiconductor. These devices share identical mechanical and thermal characteristics but differ primarily in their maximum repetitive peak reverse voltage ratings. The 1N4002 variant specifically provides a 100 V blocking capability, positioning it between lower-voltage and higher-voltage options within the family.

Single Diodes Replacement Considerations

Compatible substitutes include other 1N4002 variants from different manufacturers that meet the same DO-41 package and electrical specifications. Verify that alternative parts maintain equivalent forward voltage drop, reverse leakage current, and surge current ratings to ensure circuit compatibility without redesign.