1N4007 General Purpose Silicon Diode 1A – 1000V

1.00 EGP

The 1N4007 is a standard silicon rectifier diode capable of handling 1A continuous current and 1000V peak reverse voltage. It’s widely used in AC-DC power supplies, voltage rectification, and circuit protection due to its reliability, low cost, and robustness.

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Description

🔹 Key Features

✅ High Voltage Rating – 1000V Peak Reverse Voltage (PIV).
✅ 1A Forward Current – Suitable for general-purpose power applications.
✅ Low Forward Voltage Drop – ~0.6V to 1.1V (typical for silicon diodes).
✅ Fast Recovery Time – Efficient for 50/60Hz rectification.
✅ Durable Construction – Axial-leaded package for easy PCB or breadboard mounting.
✅ Widely Available – Industry-standard replacement for 1N4001-1N4007 series.


🔹 Technical Specifications

Parameter Details
Diode Type General-Purpose Rectifier
Max Forward Current (IF) 1A (Continuous)
Peak Reverse Voltage (PIV) 1000V
Forward Voltage Drop (VF) ~1.1V @ 1A
Reverse Leakage Current (IR) <5µA @ 25°C
Operating Temperature -65°C to +175°C
Package Type DO-41 (Axial Lead)
Typical Applications Power Supplies, Rectifiers, Protection Circuits

🔹 Pin Configuration (DO-41 Package)

  • Anode (A) → Positive side (marked with a stripe on the diode body).

  • Cathode (K) → Negative side (unmarked).


🔹 Common Applications

  1. AC to DC Full-Wave / Half-Wave Rectification

    • Used in bridge rectifiers for converting AC to DC.

  2. Reverse Polarity Protection

    • Prevents damage if power is connected backward.

  3. Freewheeling Diode (Flyback Diode)

    • Protects circuits from voltage spikes (e.g., relays, motors).

  4. Voltage Clipping & Signal Demodulation

    • Basic AM radio signal detection.

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