STMicroelectronics Ultrafast Diode 1kV 20A Single

The STMicroelectronics Ultrafast Diode is a high-voltage device engineered for demanding, heavy-duty applications that require long-term reliability. Designed with intrinsic ruggedness and regularly reproducible characteristics, this diode features low leakage current, providing excellent performance and stability in critical systems.

It is ideally suited for mission-critical operations requiring rectification and freewheeling, as well as auxiliary functions such as snubber, bootstrap, and demagnetisation applications. The device offers very low conduction and switching losses, making it highly efficient for high-frequency or high-pulsed current operations. Additionally, it boasts high reverse voltage capability and a high junction temperature tolerance.

Key Specifications

• Repetitive Peak Reverse Voltage: 1 kV
• Average Forward Current: 20 A
• Forward Surge Current: 180 A
• RMS Forward Current: 50 A
• Forward Voltage Max: 1.3 V
• Reverse Recovery Time: 42 ns
• Junction-to-Case Thermal Resistance: 1.1°C/W
• Maximum Operating Junction Temperature: 175°C
• Diode Configuration: Single
• Case Style: DO-247
• Pins: 2
• Dimensions: 43 mm (H) x 33 mm (W) x 15 mm (D)
• Weight: 4.4 g

With its impressive thermal performance and electrical characteristics, this ultrafast diode ensures reliable operation in industrial environments, power management systems, and motor drive control circuits.