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model footprint mark
SS14 SMA SS14/SL
1N4007 SMA M7

diode info

Schottky diode

Schottky diode SS14 DO-214AC SMA Schottky diode BAT54J.115 SOD-323F Schottky diode ES2D DO-214AA (SMB) == ES2A, ES2B, ES2C, ES2D == Vishay

Voltage regulator diodes

nexperia

Ultrafast Diode

stth4r02

  • 200 V, 4 A High Effiency Ultrafast Diode
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SRGC10MH 1N4007 Specs

Feature SRGC10MH 1N4007
Type Standard Rectifier Standard Rectifier
Package SMA (Surface Mount) DO-41 (Through-Hole)
Peak Reverse Voltage (VRRM) 1000 V 1000 V
Avg. Forward Current (IF(AV)) 1 A 1 A
Forward Voltage (VF @ 1A) ~1.1 V ~1.1 V
Reverse Current (IR @ VRRM) ~5 µA (Typical) ~5 µA (Typical)
Operating Temperature -55°C to +150/175°C * -55°C to +175°C (Typ)

*Operating temperature for SRGC10MH can vary slightly by manufacturer.

voltage drop of diode

Diode Type Max Current Typical Vf @ 1A Notes VF mark
1N4001–1N4007 Silicon 1A ~0.7V General-purpose rectifier
1N5401–1N5408 Silicon 3A ~0.7–1.0V Higher current, bulkier
UF4001–UF4007 Silicon 1A ~0.7V Ultra-fast silicon version
1N5817 Schottky 1A ~0.45V Good low-drop Schottky
1N4148 Fast 0.3A ~1.0V General-purpose small-signal diode T4
1N5819 Schottky 1A ~0.5V Slightly higher Vf than 1N5817 S4
SS14 Schottky 1A (avg) ~0.5V Compact SMD version
MBRS140 Schottky 1A ~0.5V SMD Schottky, low forward drop
MR754 Power 6A ~1.0–1.1V High-power stud-mount diode
BYV29 Power 9A ~0.9–1.2V Fast recovery, TO-220
RHRP8120 Power 8A ~1.0–1.2V Ultrafast recovery, large package
SS34 3A 40V
MBR0530 Schottky 0.5A ~0.37–0.5V SOD-123 package 30V

MBR0530 — Schottky rectifier, SOD-123; VRRM 30 V; IF(AV) 0.5 A; IFSM 5 A (8.3 ms); VF 0.37–0.5 V @ 0.5 A, 25°C; IR ≤ 0.5 mA @ 30 V, 25°C; Tj −55 to +125°C.

1N5401

MBR0520L

BAV99S == High-speed switching diode

https://assets.nexperia.com/documents/data-sheet/BAV99S.pdf

Schottky rectifier

Part Type Max Forward Current (IF) Reverse Voltage (VR) Forward Voltage (VF) Package Notes
SS14 Schottky Rectifier 1 A 40 V 0.3–0.5 V DO-214AC (SMD) Surface-mount, common for low-voltage power
1N5819 Schottky Rectifier 1 A 40 V 0.3–0.6 V DO-41 (Through-hole) Through-hole, widely used in DIY circuits
MBR0530 Schottky Rectifier 0.5 A 30 V 0.45 V typical DO-214AC (SMD) Half the current of SS14, used in low-power applications

directions

To test if a diode is good using a multimeter:

  • Set the multimeter to diode mode (look for the diode symbol).
  • Connect the red probe to the anode and the black probe to the cathode.
  • Read the display:
    • A good diode shows a voltage drop (typically 0.5–0.8V for silicon diodes).
    • If it shows “OL” or no reading, reverse the probes.
    • In reverse, a good diode shows “OL” (open circuit).
    • If both directions show 0V or both show “OL”, the diode is faulty.

Rectifier Diode

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For lower power consumption and higher efficiency, the rectifier diode (D1 in Figure 1) should be a Schottky diode.

  • The breakdown voltage of the diode should be several volts higher than the output voltage (VBR > VOUT).
  • The current handling capability should be greater than the maximum output current (IF > IOUT,max).
  • The peak forward current should be greater than the peak current of the inductor (IFSM,peak > IL,peak).

alternatives: SS14 / SS34 / SS54

other more diodes

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diode compare

Feature 1N4007 SS34
Type Standard silicon rectifier diode Schottky barrier rectifier diode
Reverse Voltage (VRRM) 1000 V max 40 V max
Forward Current (IF avg) 1 A continuous 3 A continuous
Peak Surge Current (IFSM) ~30 A ~100 A
Forward Voltage Drop (VF) ~0.7 – 1.1 V @ 1 A ~0.2 – 0.5 V @ 3 A
Reverse Recovery Time (trr) Slow (~2–30 µs) Very fast (nanoseconds, <100 ns)
Power Dissipation Higher due to VF and switching losses Lower, very efficient
Frequency Use Low frequency rectification (50/60 Hz AC) High frequency SMPS, DC-DC converters
Package Through-hole (DO-41) Surface-mount (SMA/SMB/SMC)
Temperature Range –65 to +150 °C –55 to +150 °C
Typical Applications Power supply rectifier (mains, chargers) Buck/boost converters, freewheeling diode in switching regulators

For low-voltage DC power paths (e.g., 5V, 12V, battery systems, USB, DC-DC converters): → SS34 is much better (low drop, higher current, efficiency).

For high-voltage AC rectification (like 220V/110V mains power supplies): → 1N4007 is safer (handles up to 1000 V).

⚡ In most modern “power-through” / series protection roles at DC (5–24 V), SS34 wins because the low voltage drop keeps the system efficient and avoids unnecessary heating.

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  • BYV26A, BYV26B, BYV26C, BYV26D, BYV26E == Ultra-Fast Avalanche Sinterglass Diode

MPC555LFMZP40NXP - 3300V, 90A, Silicon Carbide (SiC) Schottky Diode, 2-lead T-MAX® package.

1N5619

B140HB - 1.0A SURFACE MOUNT SCHOTTKY BARRIER RECTIFIER

MICROCHIP LSM115JE3/TR13 - Diode 15V 1A Surface Mount DO-214BA

Rectifier Diode vs Schottky Diode

  • Rectifier diode: A general family; includes standard silicon rectifiers, fast recovery diodes, and Schottky diodes.
  • Schottky diode: A subtype of rectifier diode, with low voltage drop and fast switching, but limited voltage rating.

Conclusion
All Schottky diodes can be used for rectification, but not all rectifier diodes are Schottky.

ESD protection

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