1N5400-E3/54

Overview

The 1N5400-E3/54 is a silicon general-purpose plastic rectifier diode manufactured by Vishay General Semiconductor. It features a DO-201AD axial leaded package with a molded epoxy body rated UL 94 V-0 for flammability. The device provides a maximum average forward rectified current of 3.0 A and a peak repetitive reverse voltage of 50 V. It supports a peak forward surge current of 200 A, maintains a low leakage current of 5.0 μA at rated blocking voltage, and operates within a junction temperature range of -50 °C to +150 °C.

Feature Summary

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

Applications

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

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific part number against official manufacturer documentation to confirm compliance with RoHS directives and material categorization standards. Ensure that procurement specifications align with the required electrical ratings, particularly the 50 V reverse voltage limit and 3.0 A continuous current capacity. Confirm packaging details match project requirements before finalizing orders.

Selection Notes

Select this component when designing circuits requiring robust standard recovery performance in a through-hole configuration. The DO-201AD package accommodates high surge currents up to 200 A, making it suitable for environments with transient load spikes. Verify thermal management needs based on the specified thermal resistance and derating curves for ambient temperatures exceeding 25 °C.

Part Context

This component belongs to the Vishay 1N5400 through 1N5408 series of general-purpose rectifiers. The series shares identical mechanical dimensions and thermal characteristics, differing primarily in their maximum repetitive peak reverse voltage ratings. The E3 suffix indicates lead finish compliance with environmental standards, while the /54 code specifies reel packaging.

Replacement Considerations

Direct substitutes within the same Vishay family include 1N5401-E3/54 through 1N5408-E3/54, provided the circuit voltage rating exceeds the alternative's breakdown threshold. Cross-manufacturer replacements must be validated for matching forward voltage, surge current handling, and package footprint compatibility.