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MBRS340T3G

MBRS340T3G

ON Semiconductor
A commercially common 3 A-class Schottky alternative from a different vendor for supply-chain or sourcing flexibility.
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Overview

The MBRS340T3G is a surface-mount Schottky power rectifier designed for use in low-voltage, high-frequency rectification applications. Housed in a compact SMC package, it handles up to 3 A of average rectified current with a maximum reverse voltage of 40 V. It features a guard-ring for stress protection and is characterized by a very low forward voltage drop of 0.5 V at its rated current.

Why Choose This Part

The component offers an excellent balance of thermal stability and high-speed switching performance with a 150 degree Celsius maximum junction temperature. Its SMC package with J-bend leads is optimized for automated assembly and provides high resistance to reverse avalanche energy transients. Furthermore, it is rated for high ESD robustness and passes ISO 7637 Pulse #1, making it a reliable choice for rugged power environments.

Applications

DC-DC Converters
Used as a freewheeling diode in buck and boost switching regulators to improve efficiency through low forward voltage drops.
Reverse Polarity Protection
Protects sensitive circuitry from accidental battery reversal while minimizing power loss compared to standard silicon diodes.
OR-ing Power Supplies
Combines multiple power sources in redundant systems with minimal thermal overhead.
High-Frequency Rectification
Ideal for secondary side rectification in compact switch-mode power supplies (SMPS).

Key Specifications

Speed Fast Recovery =< 500ns, > 200mA (Io)
Technology Schottky
Mounting Type Surface Mount
Package / Case DO-214AB, SMC
Supplier Device Package SMC
Current - Reverse Leakage @ Vr 2 mA @ 40 V
Voltage - DC Reverse (Vr) (Max) 40 V
Current - Average Rectified (Io) 3A
Operating Temperature - Junction -65degC ~ 150degC
Voltage - Forward (Vf) (Max) @ If 500 mV @ 3 A

Getting Started

When integrating this diode, ensure the PCB thermal pads are sized according to the SMC package footprint to manage heat dissipation at the 3 A limit. Engineers should verify the 2 mA reverse leakage current at 40 V is acceptable for low-power standby modes in battery-operated designs. No specific firmware or software toolchain is required as this is a passive discrete semiconductor.

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