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SS19 SMD Schottky Diode Data

Key data for the SS19 1A 90V SMD Schottky diode including key electrical parameters, performance, features, outline, package type and many other key datasheet details.

The SS19 is a 1 amp Schottky barrier diode with a maximum reverse voltage of 90V. IT is contained in a surface mount package to enable it to be included within many designs using PCBs where assembly will be in environments employing modern manufacturing techniques.

The diode is packaged in a DO214 style package for automated placement onto a printed circuit board. The device has two connections, one at either end that are bet around under the device to make contact with the solder on the PCB pads.

The diode features a guard ring in the silicon of the device structure to prevent unwanted early voltage breakdown. Without the guard ring, the internal electric fields in the region of the junction would be much greater and cause early breakdown reducing the reverse voltage level for the device.

The SS19 is one of a series of diodes, SS12 - SS100 offering various levels of maximum reverse voltage. The SS1x series of diodes are surface-mount equivalents of the 1N581x and 1N582x series, often used in modern designs where surface mount components are required.

This higher voltage diode is not available from as many manufacturers as the lower voltage devices, but it is still freely available and appears as a 'current' component in distributor listings.




Key details and performance parameters for the SS19 Schottky diode.


SS19 Schottky diode datasheet parameters & data
 
Parameters Details
Diode type SMD 1A 90V Schottky diode rectifier
Package type DO214
Repetitive peak reverse voltage, VRRM 90
DC blocking voltage, VR 90V
RMS reverse voltage, VR(RMS) 63V
Forward continuous current, IF 1A
Non-repetitive forward surge current, IFSM 40 A for 8.3 µs
Power dissipation, PTOT
Junction temperature (°C) 150
Forward voltage VF 0.85V @1A
Reverse leakage IR 0.2mA @25°C

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Explanation of major diode parameters


Parameter Explanation
Repetitive peak reverse voltage, VRRM This is the maximum value of the short period peak reverse voltage that can be sustained.
Working peak reverse voltage, VRWM This is the maximum value of the continuous reverse voltage that can be applied to the diode.
DC blocking voltage, VR This is the maximum reverse DC voltage that should be applied across the diode.
RMS reverse voltage, VR(RMS) As many AC waveforms are quoted in RMS, this is the maximum reverse voltage that can be sustained where the voltage is expressed in terms of its RMS value.
Forward continuous current, IF This is the maximum forward current that can be sustained by the diode.
Average rectified current, IF This is the maximum average current value that can be handled by the diode. The parameter often states the load as this will affect the operation of the diode.
Non-repetitive forward surge current, IFSM This is the maximum surge current that can be handled - it should only be present for a short time.

Parameter Explanation
Power dissipation, PTOT The maximum power dissipation that can be sustained within the device.
Junction temperature (°C) This is the maximum temperature of the PN junction that can be sustained. Remember that the junction temperature can be much higher than the ambient temperature of the equipment.
Forward voltage VF This parameter gives the forward voltage drop for a particular current passed through the diode.
Breakdown voltage VBR This is the minimum voltage at which the diode may breakdown. If the current is not limited it will lead to the destruction of the device.
Leakage current IR This is the current that flows under stated conditions when the diode is reverse biassed.
Diode capacitance CD The diode capacitance, CD may also be referred to as the junction capacitance, CJ. All diodes have a certain capacitance across the PN junction. The value will be stated for a given reverse voltage.
Reverse recovery time If a diode is initially driven in forward bias, and the polarity suddenly switches to reverse bias, the diode will still remain conducting for some time. The reverse recovery time is the time required for conduction to settle into the reverse bias state.

These are the main Schottky diode parameters that have been included in our list. There are others, but these help quantify the main elements of the performance of the diode.

 

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Notes and supplementary information

 

  •   Availability & sources

The SS19 is available from a number of stockists and electronic component distributors many of which are given in the table below.


SS19 Component Distributor, Stock and Pricing

 


  •   Notable features

The SS19 is a Schottky Barrier Rectifier known for its high-efficiency design and low power loss, making it a preferred choice over standard silicon P-N junction diodes in many applications. Its key characteristics are derived from the metal-to-semiconductor junction, which eliminates the minority carrier storage time found in conventional diodes.

  • Low Forward Voltage Drop (VF​):   The device has a low maximum forward voltage drop, typically around 0.85V at 1.0A (for the 90V reverse voltage variant), which is significantly lower than the 0.7 to 0.9V of a standard silicon diode. This minimizes power loss (P=VF×IF) and improves overall circuit efficiency.

  • Fast Switching Speed:   Being a Schottky diode, it features a very fast switching action (negligible reverse recovery time, trr). This is critical for high-frequency circuits, like those in switched-mode power supplies, where slow switching would lead to high power losses and inefficiency.

  • High-Current Capability:   The SS19 is rated for a maximum average forward current, IF(AV), of 1.0A and a high non-repetitive peak forward surge current, IFSM​, of up to 40A, allowing it to handle sudden power spikes.

  • High Reverse Voltage Rating:   The SS19 has a Peak Repetitive Reverse Voltage (VRRM) of 90V, which is relatively high for a general-purpose 1A Schottky rectifier and suitable for many intermediate-voltage applications.

  • Surface Mount Package:   It is typically offered in a small, surface-mount SMA (DO-214AC) case, making it ideal for compact, high-density printed circuit board (PCB) designs.

  • High Thermal Performance:   Manufacturers often utilize a clip-bonded leg structure to provide high thermal performance and low electrical resistance, enhancing the device's reliability under load.

  •   Typical applications summary

Application Category Typical Use Case Device Feature Utilised
High-Efficiency Power Supplies Secondary rectification and output stage in Switched-Mode Power Supplies (SMPS) and DC/DC converters. The Low Forward Voltage Drop (VF​) minimizes conduction losses, and its Fast Switching Speed allows operation at high frequencies for greater efficiency and smaller passive components.
Inductive Load Protection Used as a Freewheeling Diode (Flyback Diode) across inductive loads like relays, motors, and solenoids. The Fast Switching Speed absorbs the large voltage spike generated when the inductive load is rapidly switched off, quickly protecting the switching transistor.
Polarity and Discharge Protection Preventing damage from accidentally reversed battery connections (Reverse Polarity Protection) or preventing a battery from discharging back through a charger or solar panel (Blocking Diode). The Low Forward Voltage Drop (VF​) minimizes voltage loss and power wastage in low-voltage, battery-powered systems while conducting forward current.
High-Speed Signal & Clamping Used in high-frequency circuits for signal rectification and in circuits requiring Voltage Clamping to protect components from voltage overshoot. The Fast Switching Speed and Low Junction Capacitance enable operation in high-frequency/high-speed digital environments without signal distortion.

Ian Poole   Written by Ian Poole .
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