1N4005GPE-E3/73

Single Diodes Overview

The Vishay 1N4005GPE-E3/73 is a glass-passivated junction plastic rectifier belonging to the Superectifier series. It features a maximum repetitive peak reverse voltage of 600 V and supports a maximum average forward rectified current of 1.0 A at 75 °C. The device handles a peak forward surge current of 30 A for an 8.3 ms half-sine wave. Electrical characteristics include a maximum instantaneous forward voltage of 1.1 V, a typical reverse recovery time of 2.0 μs, and a maximum DC reverse current of 5.0 μA at rated blocking voltage. It operates within a junction temperature range of -65 to +175 °C.

Single Diodes Feature Summary

• Superectifier structure designed for high reliability applications
• Cavity-free glass-passivated junction construction
• Low leakage current with typical IR less than 0.1 μA
• High forward surge capability

Single Diodes Applications

• General purpose rectification in power supplies
• Inverter and converter circuits
• Freewheeling diodes for consumer applications

Single Diodes Procurement Notes

Verify the specific ordering suffix against official documentation to confirm packaging type and compliance status. Confirm RoHS compliance and material categorization details directly from the manufacturer datasheet before procurement. Ensure lead length requirements match application constraints for thermal ratings.

Single Diodes Selection Notes

Select this component for standard recovery applications requiring robust surge handling and wide operating temperature ranges. Evaluate thermal resistance parameters relative to ambient conditions and load profiles. Verify that the 600 V reverse voltage rating exceeds the circuit's peak inverse voltage requirements.

Single Diodes Part Context

This part belongs to the Vishay 1N400xGP series of glass-passivated rectifiers. The 'E3' suffix indicates RoHS compliance and JESD 201 class 1A whisker test adherence. The '/73' suffix denotes Ammo pack packaging. These devices are intended for general-purpose use rather than new designs per the datasheet revision notes.

Single Diodes Replacement Considerations

Consult official Vishay documentation for verified substitute part numbers. Cross-reference electrical parameters such as reverse voltage, forward current, and package dimensions when evaluating alternatives.