VISHAY BYW56 Standard Recovery Diode, 1kV 2A, SOD-57
AEC-Q101 qualified VISHAY BYW56 diode. 1kV, 2A, with avalanche protection for industrial & automotive surge and rectification circuits.
The VISHAY BYW56 Standard Recovery Diode is a high-performance Avalanche Sinterglass diode, engineered to provide reliable and robust power regulation and surge protection in demanding electronic circuits. Featuring plated axial leads with solderable terminals compliant with MIL-STD-750, it ensures a secure and durable connection. A distinct colour band clearly marks the cathode end for correct polarity identification during installation.
This diode offers superior electrical characteristics, including controlled avalanche performance and a glass passivated junction for enhanced stability and longevity. It is designed for high-surge environments, boasting a substantial surge current loading capacity and a high repetitive peak forward current rating. Its construction ensures low reverse current leakage, contributing to efficient circuit operation.
Key Features & Benefits
- Controlled Avalanche: Provides reliable clamping and energy absorption during voltage transients.
- Glass Passivation: Ensures a stable and protected junction, improving long-term reliability.
- High Surge Current: Capable of handling significant inrush currents, making it suitable for inductive load switching.
- Low Reverse Current: Minimises power loss and improves overall circuit efficiency.
- AEC-Q101 Qualified: Meets stringent automotive-grade qualification standards, ensuring performance under harsh conditions.
With its robust SOD-57 package and axial lead design, this diode is well-suited for automated assembly processes and offers excellent thermal and mechanical characteristics. It is an ideal choice for designers seeking a dependable component for protection and rectification roles in industrial and automotive power systems.
- Industrial power supplies
- Automotive electronic control units (ECUs)
- Surge protection circuits
- Power rectification applications
- Repetitive Peak Reverse Voltage: 1kV
- Average Forward Current: 2A
- Diode Configuration: Single
- Forward Voltage Max: 1V
- Reverse Recovery Time: 4µs
- Forward Surge Current: 50A
- Repetitive Peak Forward Current: 12A
- Pulse Avalanche Peak Power: 1000W
- Breakdown Voltage: 1600V
- Operating Temperature Max: 175°C
- Diode Case Style: SOD-57
- No. of Pins: 2 Pins
- Terminal Finish: Plated axial leads
- Polarity Identification: Colour band denotes cathode
- Junction Technology: Glass passivated
- Qualification: AEC-Q101
- Product Range: BYW56
- of Pins: 2Pins
- SVHC: No SVHC (17-Jan-2023)
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