The 1N5398 Diode is a low-cost, general-purpose diode for circuit protection and voltage converters. The 1N5398 has a high continuous reverse voltage rating of 800V and is suitable for forwarding currents of up to 1.5A. The diode has a low forward voltage drop of 1.0V.
Features of 1N5398
- High Reliability
- High current capability
- Low forward voltage
- Low reverse leakage current
Pinout of 1N5398
Specification of 1N5398
| Package Type | DO-15 |
| Diode Type | RECTIFIER DIODE |
| Diode Element Material | SILICON |
| Operating Temperature-Max | 175.0 Cel |
| Output Current-Max | 1.5 A |
| Peak Repeat. Reverse Voltage | 800 V |
| Max. Reverse Current (Ir) | 0.005 mA |
| Max. RMS Reverse Voltage (Vr) | 560 V |
| Max. Forward Voltage Drop (Vf) | 1.0 V |
| Max Power Dissipation | 3 W |
| Average Rectified Current (Io) | 1.5 A |
Uses of 1N5398
1N5398 diode can be used in many general-purpose applications. It can be used to build a bridge rectifier, an integral part of DC power supplies that convert AC to DC. It can also be used for clipper applications, reverse current blocking in various component protection circuits, logic gates, etc.
Advantages of 1N5398
- Low forward voltage drop
- Low reverse leakage
- High forward surge current capability
Applications
- Power supply for electronic equipment
- Adapter
- Rectifier circuit
- Switching device
- Short-circuit protection