RB156-BP

Bridge Rectifier Overview

The RB156-BP is a single-phase silicon bridge rectifier manufactured by Micro Commercial Components (MCC). It features an RB-15 through-hole package with four internal elements. The device supports a maximum average forward rectified current of 1.5 A and a peak repetitive reverse voltage of 800 V. Key electrical parameters include a maximum forward voltage of 1 V at 1.5 A and a reverse leakage current of 10 µA at 800 V. It withstands a non-repetitive peak forward surge current of 50 A and operates within a junction temperature range of -55°C to 125°C.

Bridge Rectifier Feature Summary

• Utilizes molded plastic construction for reliable, low-cost performance in standard bridge rectifier applications.
• Designed for any mounting position on printed circuit boards due to its robust physical structure.
• Capable of handling significant surge overload conditions up to 50 amperes peak.

Bridge Rectifier Applications

• General-purpose AC to DC conversion in power supply circuits
• Bridge rectification in consumer electronic devices
• Industrial control systems requiring 1.5A current capacity

Bridge Rectifier Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix against official MCC documentation, as ordering codes may indicate variations in packaging or compliance status. Confirm RoHS and REACH regulatory standing prior to integration, as manufacturing processes and material compositions can change over time without altering the core part number functionality.

Bridge Rectifier Selection Notes

Select this component when a through-hole single-phase bridge rectifier with 800V blocking capability and 1.5A continuous current rating is required. Ensure the PCB layout accommodates the RB-15 package dimensions and that thermal management strategies align with the 125°C maximum junction temperature limit under expected load conditions.

Bridge Rectifier Part Context

This component belongs to the RB15 series of single-phase silicon bridge rectifiers from Micro Commercial Components. The series typically spans various voltage ratings from 50V to 1000V while maintaining a consistent 1.5A current rating and RB-15 package form factor, allowing for design flexibility across different voltage requirements.

Bridge Rectifier Replacement Considerations

Direct substitutes within the same family include RB151 (50V), RB152 (100V), RB154 (400V), RB157 (1000V), and RB158 (1000V), provided the voltage rating meets the circuit's peak inverse voltage requirements. Cross-manufacturer replacements must match the 1.5A current, 800V voltage, and RB-15 package footprint.