1N4003 Diode Pinout, Specifications, Equivalent, Uses, Features, and Other Details
This post discusses 1N4003 diode pinout, specifications, equivalent, uses, features, and other details about this 200V and 1A current general purpose diode.
Features / Technical Specifications
- Package-Type: Available in DO-41 & SMD Packages
- Diode Type: Silicon Rectifier General Purpose Usage Diode
- Max Repetitive Reverse Voltage: 200 Volts
- Average Fwd Current: 1000mA
- Non-repetitive Max Fwd Current: 30A
- Max Power Dissipation is: 3W
- Max Storage & Operating temperature Should Be: -55 to +175 Centigrade
- 1N4003 Replacement and Equivalent
1N4003 can easily be replaced by 1N4004, 1N4005, 1N4006, 1N4007. Other possible equivalents are 1n4148, SF12, SF12, RL202, RL203 HER202, HER203, HER102, HER103, FR202, FR203, 1N4934, 1N4935.
1N4003 Diode Description
1N4003 diode can be used for many general purpose applications for example these diodes are used to build a bridge rectifier which is a very essential part of a DC power supply that converts AC current to DC. Other than that this diode can also be used in clippers applications, reverse current blocking in variety of circuits to protect components from damage, logic gates etc.
Where We Can Use It
1N4003 diode can be used for many general purpose applications for example these diodes are used to build a bridge rectifier which is a very essential part of a DC power supply that converts AC current to DC. Other than that this diode can also be used in clippers applications, reverse current blocking in a variety of circuits to protect components from damage, logic gates, etc.
Applications
Power Supply Rectifiers
Battery Chargers Circuits
Adapter Circuits
AC to DC Converters
Components protection
Voltage Blocking
How to Safely Long Run in a Circuit
To increase the usage life of 1N4003 diode it is suggested to not drive load of more than 200V, do not drive more than 1A or 1000mA load, and always store or use the diode in temperature between -55 degrees centigrade to +175 degrees centigrade.
1N4003 Datasheet :
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https://www.mouser.com/datasheet/2/149/1N4007-888322.pdf
