Part Number: 1N5818, 1N5817 thru 1N5819
Function: 30V, 1A, Rectifier, Diode
Package: DO-204AL, DO-41 Type
Manufacturer: Vishay Semiconductors
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What is 1N5818?
This is 30V, 1A, Schottky Barrier Rectifier. The 1N5818 has a maximum reverse voltage rating of 30V and a maximum forward current rating of 1A. It is housed in a DO-41 package, which is a popular through-hole package for diodes.
1N5818 is a Schottky diode that is designed for use in high-speed switching applications. It has a low forward voltage drop and a fast switching speed, making it suitable for use in power supplies, voltage regulators, and other circuits where fast switching is required.
Features:
• Guardring for overvoltage protection
• Very small conduction losses
• Extremely fast switching
• Low forward voltage drop
• High frequency operation
• Solder dip 275 °C max. 10 s, per JESD 22-B106
Other data sheets are available within the file: IN5817, IN5818, IN5819
1N5818 vs 1N4007?
1. Forward voltage drop:
The typical forward voltage drop of the 1N5818 is around 0.5V, while the typical forward voltage drop of the 1N4007 is around 0.7V.
2. Maximum voltage and current ratings:
The 1N4007 can handle a maximum reverse voltage of 1000V, while the 1N5818 has a maximum reverse voltage rating of 30V. However, the 1N5818 has a higher maximum forward current rating than the 1N4007.
3. Switching speed:
The 1N5818 is a Schottky diode, which means it has a faster switching speed than the 1N4007. This makes it more suitable for use in high-frequency applications.