1N5406-E3/51

Overview

The Vishay 1N5406-E3/51 is a general-purpose plastic rectifier diode from the 1N5400 series, housed in a DO-201AD axial leaded package. It features a maximum repetitive peak reverse voltage of 600 V and supports a maximum average forward rectified current of 3.0 A at 25 °C. The device exhibits a maximum instantaneous forward voltage of 1.2 V and a low leakage current of 5.0 μA at rated blocking voltage. It withstands a peak forward surge current of 200 A for an 8.3 ms half-sine wave. Operating junction temperatures range from -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
• Inverters
• Converters
• Freewheeling diodes application

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific ordering suffix against official Vishay documentation to confirm packaging configuration and delivery mode. Confirm RoHS compliance status as defined by the manufacturer's material category policy. Ensure the component meets JESD 201 class 1A whisker test requirements if applicable to the design specifications.

Selection Notes

Select this component for circuits requiring standard recovery characteristics with a 600 V reverse voltage rating. Verify thermal management requirements based on the specified thermal resistance and derating curves. Confirm that the operating environment does not exceed the maximum junction temperature limits defined in the datasheet.

Part Context

This part belongs to the Vishay 1N5400 through 1N5408 series of general-purpose plastic rectifiers. These devices utilize a molded epoxy body meeting UL 94 V-0 flammability ratings. The E3 suffix indicates matte tin-plated leads compliant with RoHS directives and WEEE standards.

Replacement Considerations

Direct substitutes within the same series include 1N5406-E3/54 and 1N5406-E3/73, which share identical electrical ratings but differ in packaging quantities and delivery modes.