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BA159

The DC Components BA159 is a fast recovery rectifier diode designed for various electronic applications. It features a high voltage rating and a compact DO-41 package.

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Category	New Products
Manufacturer Name	DC Components
Lead Style	Axial
Mounting Type	Through Hole
Peak Forward Surge Current	30A
SVHC Present	Not Present
Weight	0.33g

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BA159 Description

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The BA159 from DC Components is a fast recovery rectifier diode with a voltage range of up to 1000V and a current rating of 1A. It is designed for applications requiring fast switching speeds and low leakage.

Key electrical characteristics include a maximum recurrent peak reverse voltage of 1000V, a maximum RMS voltage of 700V, and a maximum DC blocking voltage of 1000V. The device offers a maximum average forward rectified current of 1A at 75°C and a peak forward surge current of 30A. Its typical junction capacitance is 15pF, measured at 1MHz.

The rectifier features a low forward voltage drop of 1.3V at 1.0A and a fast reverse recovery time of 100ns. The operating and storage temperature range is from -65°C to +150°C.

Mechanically, the BA159 is housed in a molded plastic DO-41 case with UL 94V-0 rate flame retardant epoxy. It has a weight of 0.33 grams and can be mounted in any position. The leads are guaranteed to meet MIL-STD-202E, Method 208.

BA159 Quick Information

Product Type: Diode

Canonical Name: BA159 Fast Recovery Rectifier

Subcategory: Fast Recovery Rectifier

BA159 Compliance

RoHS Status: RoHS Compliant

Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL): 1 Unlimited

REACH Status: REACH Unaffected

BA159 Estimated Pricing

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BA159 Features

Fast switching rectifier diode.
1000V maximum reverse voltage.
1A maximum average forward current.
Low forward voltage drop.
DO-41 package for through-hole mounting.

BA159 Applications

Ideal for power supply circuits.
Suitable for general rectification.
Used in switching power supplies.
Applicable in high voltage circuits.

BA159 FAQs

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What is the maximum voltage rating of the BA159?

The BA159 has a maximum recurrent peak reverse voltage (VRRM) of 1000V and a maximum DC blocking voltage of 1000V.

What is the maximum forward current rating of the BA159?

The maximum average forward rectified current is 1A at an ambient temperature of 75°C.

What is the forward voltage drop of the BA159?

The maximum instantaneous forward voltage is 1.3V at a forward current of 1.0A DC.

What is the reverse recovery time of the BA159?

The maximum reverse recovery time is 100ns under test conditions of IF = 0.5A, IR = 1.0A, and IRR = 0.25A.

What package type is the BA159 available in?

The BA159 is available in a DO-41 through-hole package.

What is the operating temperature range of the BA159?

The BA159 has an operating and storage temperature range of -65°C to +150°C.

What is the surge current rating of the BA159?

The BA159 can handle a peak forward surge current of 30A for a single 8.3 ms half sine-wave.