1N4006GP-M3/73

Single Diodes Overview

The 1N4006GP-M3/73 is a general-purpose plastic rectifier manufactured by Vishay General Semiconductor. It features a single circuit configuration housed in a DO-41 (DO-204AL) molded epoxy case with matte tin-plated leads. The device provides a maximum average forward rectified current of 1.0 A and supports a maximum repetitive peak reverse voltage of 800 V. Key electrical characteristics include a maximum instantaneous forward voltage of 1.1 V at 1.0 A, a maximum DC reverse current of 5.0 μA at rated blocking voltage, and a typical junction capacitance of 15 pF. It withstands non-repetitive peak forward surge currents of 30 A for an 8.3 ms sine wave and 45 A for a 1 ms square wave.

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 ordering suffix to confirm packaging details. The /73 designation indicates delivery in an ammo pack format with a base quantity of 3000 units. Confirm RoHS compliance status via the E3 suffix and ensure the component meets JESD 201 class 1A whisker test requirements before finalizing procurement specifications.

Single Diodes Selection Notes

Select this component for standard AC-to-DC conversion tasks requiring robust surge handling. Ensure the operating ambient temperature remains within the specified range of -50 °C to +150 °C. Verify that the required reverse voltage rating aligns with the 800 V specification and that the physical DO-41 package fits the intended through-hole mounting constraints.

Single Diodes Part Context

This part belongs to the Vishay 1N4001 through 1N4007 series of general-purpose plastic rectifiers. These devices share identical mechanical dimensions and thermal characteristics, differing primarily in their maximum repetitive peak reverse voltage ratings. The series is designed for commercial grade applications utilizing molded epoxy bodies compliant with UL 94 V-0 flammability standards.

Single Diodes Replacement Considerations

Compatible substitutes within the same Vishay family include 1N4005-E3/73 and 1N4007-E3/73. When replacing, verify that the alternative part's reverse voltage rating meets or exceeds the original design requirements.