About 1N4004

1N4004 has a voltage capacity of 400V and a current capability of 1A. It belongs to the Through Hole DO-41 category, implying that the diode has leads that can be embedded into a circuit board. The text highlights that the diode is suitable for small-sized, low-power general-purpose rectification applications.

A rectifier diode is an electronic component that functions as a one-way valve for electrical current. The 1N4004 rectifier diode is widely used in various low-power rectification applications such as half- and full-wave rectifiers, power adapters, battery chargers, and voltage regulators. The diode’s ability to handle high voltage and current levels makes it a reliable and efficient component for DC power conversion.

Moreover, the 1N4004 has a low forward voltage drop, which results in less power dissipation and, therefore, less heat generation. This characteristic enables the diode to operate in a wide range of environmental conditions without deteriorating or malfunctioning.

Features

• Voltage capacity of 400V
• Current capability of 1A
• Through Hole DO-41 category with embedded leads
• Suitable for small-sized, low-power general-purpose rectification applications
• Low forward voltage drop, resulting in less power dissipation and heat generation

Specifications

Applications 

• Half- and full-wave rectifiers
• Power adapters
• Battery chargers
• Voltage regulators
• DC power conversion
• Wide range of environmental conditions