BR601

Bridge Rectifier Overview

The BR601 is a single-phase silicon bridge rectifier from the BR600-BR610 series manufactured by EIC Semiconductor Inc. It provides a maximum recurrent peak reverse voltage of 100 V and a maximum average forward rectified current of 6.0 A at a case temperature of 50°C. The device features a peak forward surge current rating of 200 A and a typical thermal resistance of 8.0 °C/W. Electrical characteristics include a maximum forward voltage drop of 1.0 V at 3 A, with a maximum DC reverse current of 10 μA at 25°C. The component operates within a junction temperature range of -40 to +150°C and utilizes a BR-6 flange mount package.

Bridge Rectifier Feature Summary

• High current capability with 6.0 A average forward rectified current
• Rated isolation voltage of 2000 V for enhanced safety
• Low forward voltage drop and low reverse leakage current
• Pb/RoHS free construction with UL94V-0 flame retardant epoxy

Bridge Rectifier Applications

• Printed circuit board mounting in power supply circuits
• General purpose AC to DC conversion
• Industrial equipment requiring high surge current capability

Bridge Rectifier Procurement Notes

Verify the specific ordering suffix to confirm compliance with RoHS environmental directives and lead material composition. Confirm that the procurement documentation explicitly states the rated isolation voltage of 2000 V. Ensure the supplier provides the official datasheet Rev. 03 dated May 6, 2013, to validate the electrical parameters and mechanical dimensions against the BR601 specifications.

Bridge Rectifier Selection Notes

Select the BR601 when a 100 V peak reverse voltage rating is required for single-phase rectification applications. This component is suitable for designs needing a 6.0 A continuous current capacity with flange mount cooling options. Consider the 200 A surge current rating for circuits with high inrush currents. Verify that the operating environment supports the specified junction temperature range and thermal resistance requirements.

Bridge Rectifier Part Context

The BR601 belongs to the BR600 through BR610 family of single-phase silicon bridge rectifiers produced by EIC Semiconductor Inc. This series shares identical mechanical dimensions, current ratings, and thermal characteristics across all voltage variants. The primary distinction between models in this lineup is the maximum recurrent peak reverse voltage, which ranges from 50 V to 1000 V depending on the specific part number.

Bridge Rectifier Replacement Considerations

Cross-reference with other manufacturers offering BR-6 package bridge rectifiers with 100 V PRV and 6.0 A IF(AV) ratings. Verify pinout compatibility and thermal resistance values before substitution. Check for equivalent surge current capabilities and reverse leakage specifications to ensure circuit performance remains unchanged.