1N5391GPHE3/54

Overview

The 1N5391GPHE3/54 is a glass-passivated junction plastic rectifier from Vishay General Semiconductor. It features a Superectifier structure for high reliability and operates with a maximum average forward rectified current of 1.5 A and a maximum repetitive peak reverse voltage of 50 V. The device supports a peak forward surge current of 50 A and maintains an operating junction temperature range from -65 °C to +175 °C. Packaged in the DO-15 (DO-204AC) axial lead format, it exhibits a typical reverse leakage current below 0.1 μA and a maximum instantaneous forward voltage of 1.4 V at rated conditions.

Feature Summary

• Superectifier structure designed for high reliability applications
• Cavity-free glass-passivated junction construction
• Low forward voltage drop characteristics
• High forward surge current capability

Applications

• General purpose rectification of power supplies
• Inverter circuits
• Converter applications
• Freewheeling diode implementations

Procurement Notes

Verify component authenticity by cross-referencing the manufacturer part number against official Vishay documentation. Confirm RoHS compliance status associated with the E3 suffix and ensure the delivery mode matches the specified package code. Validate that the ordering information aligns with current datasheet revisions before finalizing procurement actions.

Selection Notes

Select this component for general purpose rectification tasks requiring a 50 V reverse voltage rating and 1.5 A continuous current capacity. Ensure the application environment accommodates the specified thermal resistance and junction temperature limits. Verify compatibility with standard through-hole mounting processes and soldering profiles defined in the mechanical data section.

Part Context

This component belongs to the 1N539xGP series of glass-passivated junction plastic rectifiers manufactured by Vishay General Semiconductor. The series encompasses multiple voltage ratings ranging from 50 V to 1000 V within the same DO-15 package family. The specific model denotes the lowest voltage variant in this standardized lineup.

Replacement Considerations

Consult the official datasheet for electrically equivalent parts within the same series or alternative manufacturers offering identical specifications. Verify pinout compatibility and thermal performance metrics before substituting components in existing designs.